Halloween is near! Ready for a spooky adventure? Here are the Top 10 Real Haunted Places in America to explore this season.
Emily's Bridge, VermontA scenic bridge with a haunting past. Emily’s tragic fate on her wedding day left her spirit wandering in a wedding dress. Visitors report sobbing and eerie footsteps. Cost: Free.
Lincoln Park Zoo, ChicagoOnce a cemetery with 35,000 graves, some say 12,000 bodies remain under the zoo. Ghosts dressed in Victorian clothing wander the park. Doors slam, lights flicker, and reflections vanish in mirrors.
Queen Mary, CaliforniaDocked in Long Beach, this ship hosts spirits like Jackie, a playful child in the pool area. Crew members’ voices echo in the engine room. Guided tours available.
Savannah, GeorgiaKnown as one of the most haunted cities in America, Savannah’s history includes battles, yellow fever, and devastating fires. Soldiers’ spirits roam cemeteries and streets. Ghost tours: 40+ available.
Adams Grove Church, AlabamaThis 1853 church is private property but haunted by a pastor’s ghost, shadowy figures, and eerie organ music. Crying sounds echo from within the empty building.
Sheffield Island Lighthouse, ConnecticutBuilt in 1868, the lighthouse’s keeper died mysteriously. Archaeologists report ghostly music, cries for help, and phantom fog horns.
Red Onion Saloon, AlaskaA former brothel, this saloon is haunted by Lydia, a friendly spirit who waters plants and leaves lilac scents. Another ghost, John, is less kind and shoves visitors.
Driskill Hotel, TexasAustin’s elegant 1886 hotel hosts founder Jesse Driskill’s ghost, who smokes cigars by the window. A painting on the fifth floor gives off an unsettling presence.
Crescent Hotel, ArkansasBuilt in 1886, the Crescent Hotel is home to Theodora, a friendly ghost, and a former doctor haunting the basement. Featured on Ghost Hunters for its paranormal activity.
Eastern State Penitentiary, PennsylvaniaA former prison turned Halloween attraction. Solitary confinement drove inmates mad, and their spirits linger. Visit during “Halloween Nights” for spooky activities.