Winchester Mystery House
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San Jose · California · Houses & castles
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A maze-like Victorian estate where unusual architecture meets celebrated ghost lore.
Historical background
The Winchester Mystery House is a mansion in San Jose, California, that was once the personal residence of Sarah Winchester, the widow of firearms magnate William Wirt Winchester. The house became a tourist attraction nine months after her death in 1922. The Victorian and Gothic-style mansion is renowned for its size and its architectural curiosities and for the numerous myths and legends surrounding the structure and its former owner.
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The story behind the stop
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Plan your visit
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Prepared October 2, 2026. Opening hours, prices, access, and tour availability are not monitored in real time.
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