Winchester Mystery House

Winchester Mystery House Historic 160-room Victorian mansion built by Sarah Winchester, heiress to the Winchester Repeating Arms fortune. Located in San Jose, CA.

Daily Tours • Weddings & Special Events Available For over 100 years the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, has stood as a testament to the ingenuity, singular vision and lore that surrounds its namesake, Sarah Pardee Winchester, heiress to the Winchester Repeating Arms fortune. Originally known as Llanada Villa, today it stands as an architectural wonder, a time capsule of a bygone

era and one of America’s most celebrated - and mysterious - historic mansions. Sarah Winchester was a true woman of independence, drive, and courage who lives on in legend. Whether driven by grief, guilt, or something more unknowable, she continuously built onto her home without a master plan, creating a sprawling labyrinth. She left behind a house shrouded in mystery—one that continues to capture the imagination of all who enter. Renowned for its architectural curiosities, groundbreaking innovations (many ahead of their time), and long-standing reputation for paranormal activity, the Winchester Mystery House continues to intrigue and inspire all who walk its halls.

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We’re turning 103 on June 30th 🎉 To celebrate 103 years of tours, we’re once again partnering with the beloved local fav...
06/26/2026

We’re turning 103 on June 30th 🎉 To celebrate 103 years of tours, we’re once again partnering with the beloved local favorite Peters' Bakery. All guests from June 27th through June 28th will receive a complimentary cupcake at the end of their tour as a thank you for 103 years of history!

For the first time ever, visitors will be able to view a rare piece of Sarah Wi******er’s personal wardrobe at the mansi...
06/25/2026

For the first time ever, visitors will be able to view a rare piece of Sarah Wi******er’s personal wardrobe at the mansion 🧳

Beginning June 30, in celebration of our 103rd anniversary, Wi******er Mystery House will debut an extraordinary artifact: an intricately crafted blouse believed to have belonged to Sarah Wi******er herself.

On loan from Campbell Historical Museum and Ainsley House Foundation, the blouse was originally donated to them by Minnie Yeager Hall in 1991. The Yeager family owned a ranch on nearby Moorpark Avenue, just around the corner from Sarah's home. Minnie claimed the blouse was gifted to her by Sarah when she was a child to play dress-up, creating a fascinating connection between the heiress and one of her young neighbors.

The blouse will be displayed for a limited time in Sarah Wi******er's bedroom on our tour, carefully preserved in a climate-controlled case with UV protection and security.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience an incredibly rare and tangible piece of Sarah Wi******er's legacy. ✨

📍 On display for a limited-time beginning June 30, 2026

Happy Father's Day from Wi******er Mystery House 🩶
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day from Wi******er Mystery House 🩶

140 years ago today, Sarah Wi******er purchased a small home sitting on 45 acres of farmland in San Jose 🏡 What started ...
06/19/2026

140 years ago today, Sarah Wi******er purchased a small home sitting on 45 acres of farmland in San Jose 🏡 What started as a quiet house would slowly grow over 36 years into the 160-room mansion we know today 🏰

Source for Original Farmhouse Image: Historical Atlas of Santa Clara County (Thompson & West, 1876)

06/16/2026

San Jose’s famous haunted mansion will be displaying a rare blouse believed to be owned by Sarah Wi******er in honor of its anniversary celebration.

Out of all the stained glass in the mansion, the Grand Ballroom windows are the only ones that contain words. The left f...
06/15/2026

Out of all the stained glass in the mansion, the Grand Ballroom windows are the only ones that contain words. The left features a quote from Shakespeare’s Troilus and Cressida, and the right from Richard II 📖

What they meant to Sarah and why she chose them is still a mystery today. What’s your best theory?

Spencer Grey is back this Summer! Step into the unknown for a night of magic and mind reading at Wi******er Mystery Hous...
06/12/2026

Spencer Grey is back this Summer! Step into the unknown for a night of magic and mind reading at Wi******er Mystery House on July 11 and 18.

Led by a professional mentalist, this interactive performance blends illusion, intuition, and audience participation within one of the world’s most mysterious settings. Featuring intriguing artifacts connected to the house’s history and lore, the experience challenges what’s real, what’s perceived, and what remains unexplained.

When: Saturday July 11th and Saturday July 18th
Showtimes: 6:30 PM & 9:00 PM
Duration: 60 Minutes

Tickets: $49.99 per person – limited availability! Recommended for adults, suitable for ages 10 and up. Tickets on sale now at winchestermysteryhouse.com

The Wi******er House is glowing in purple for the start of the FIFA World Cup tomorrow ⚽ Let the games begin! Who are yo...
06/10/2026

The Wi******er House is glowing in purple for the start of the FIFA World Cup tomorrow ⚽

Let the games begin! Who are you rooting for this year? Visit San Jose

In honor of America’s upcoming 250th birthday, join Wi******er House Historian Janan Boehme for a presentation exploring...
06/05/2026

In honor of America’s upcoming 250th birthday, join Wi******er House Historian Janan Boehme for a presentation exploring the events, inventions, and social shifts that transformed America during Sarah Wi******er’s lifetime - 1839 through 1922.

June 27th. 12PM and 3PM. $5 entry.

Tickets on sale now: https://bit.ly/4tRTUDW

Happy Pride Month from Wi******er Mystery House 🌈✨
06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month from Wi******er Mystery House 🌈✨

Address

525 S Winchester Boulevard
San Jose, CA
95128

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+14082472000

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