Sacramento Ghosts: Gunslingers and Ghouls Tour

Overview

One of the earliest towns to be founded in California was Sacramento during the Gold Rush. Old Sac is committed to restoring historical structures so that we can think back on the past. People from all over the world relocated to Sacramento with the hope of getting wealthy. But a number of tragedies, including floods, fires, and a troubled history, cast a shadow on those dreams.

We will visit haunted trains, boats, and tunnels throughout our tour. Discover what lurks below the city's streets. Learn about the disasters that took place in the region during the early days of rail travel. Meet two businessmen that created this city during the Gold Rush and learn about a young child whose heart-warming story has touched people's hearts all around Sacramento. Our exclusive Sacramento Ghosts tour covers all of this and more.

City: Sacramento

Sun 08 Jun

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Starting at $32.00

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Sun 08 Jun

Starting at $32.00

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What's Included

Thoroughly researched and accurate history

Professional and courteous guide

Authentic local ghost stories

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

California State Railroad Museum

Our next stop is the California State Railroad Museum. The museum was built by railroad enthusiasts in 1937. The museum contains 21 complete railroad cars, linked to exploitation and death, with the ghosts said to be appeased by something called the Hungry Ghost Festival.

Sacramento History Museum

We're actually going to this museum next! The only museum devoted to Sacramento history is the Sacramento History Museum, which debuted in 1985. It is a rather straightforward museum that mostly focuses on the development and gold rush of Sacramento. The museum houses the belongings of May, a young girl who unfortunately perished from encephalitis.

River City Saloon

This building once served as the city's hospital, and many of its tragedies are linked to the cholera epidemic that claimed countless lives in the 19th century.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (147)

H6582IUstaceyr

Dec 2023

Ethan was a great story teller! I spent the early part of the day visiting museums and exploring Old Sacramento. His ghost stories expanded on many of the history tales I had already been exposed to. I discovered the ghost tour from an Internet search and wasn’t sure how reputable the company actually is. I want to share that it’s a great experience and that you will enjoy the hour around Old Sacramento. I visited the haunted saloon after the tour ended and the bartender confirmed ghostly phenomena. Ethan has flare, passion, and style. Highly recommend!

933abbyr

Dec 2023

The host, Rusty, was a great storyteller! Definitely made me afraid of my hotel choice (The Delta King), and got the chance to see all kinds of creepy buildings, roads, and underground tunnel exteriors afterwards. Definitely a must-do and must-repeat. Thanks for making my first trip to California awesome! :) P.S. It's worth it to pay extra for the little ghost plushie and paranormal activity reader. Just be sure to ask for a new rental if your battery dies or you accidentally break it. :D

michelletC6260SE

Dec 2023

Rusty Sterling was an amazing tour guide! He called us and gave us detailed instructions to the meet up location and even when we were late because of parking he still made the time to check up on us. I appreciated it a lot! It was so cool learning about the history of Sac and ghost stories!