Whaley House Museum

Two blocks from the Old Town perimeter sits the city’s oldest brick building (circa 1856), officially certified as haunted by the US Department of Commerce (whaleyhousesandiego.com; adult/child $13.30/9.50). At night, they offer ghost tours and after-hours paranormal investigations. Check out the collection of period furniture and clothing from when the house served as a courthouse, theater and private residence. After 5pm, admission is by tour only.