The Most Haunted U.S. Cities

While the U.S. is pretty young compared to other countries, that doesn’t stop our country from having a rich history with the supernatural. In fact, many of our most historic cities are equally known for their paranormal reputations as their historical significance. During your visit to America’s most haunted cities, you will find that historical tours abound by day and ghost tours rule the streets at night. If you want to experience the supernatural for yourself, a visit to any of these most haunted cities in the US will give you an experience you won’t soon forget.

Salem, Massachusetts—Salem is always top on the list of the most haunted cities in America. Not only is it one of the oldest settlements in the U.S., it was also the scene of the famous Salem Witch Trials. Today the town is filled with stores and tours that commemorate its past and there are countless tours and ways to experience the supernatural happenings for your self.

Charleston, South Carolina—With its history dating back to 1663, Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the most famous historic and haunted cities in the U.S. It’s strong ties to the supernatural stem from it’s past steeped in plantation culture and slavery, as well as the Revolutionary War and the first battle of the Civil War at Fort Sumter in 1861.

New Orleans, Louisiana—Situated in the bayous of Louisiana, New Orleans is one of the most famous of haunted cities. Tucked away among the many restaurants and bars of Bourbon Street you’ll find the supernatural around every corner of the city. In addition to its historical sites and haunted spots, New Orleans is also home to one of the largest communities that practice Voodoo. Whether you want to encounter a ghostly spirit or make a wish on Marie Laveau’s grave, this is the city for you to truly experience the supernatural.

Galveston, Texas—Wiped out by a massive hurricane in 1900, Galveston is a coastal city in Texas that is known for sandy beaches and its restless spirits. The notorious hurricane of 1900 still ranks as one of the worst disasters of all time and was responsible for the loss of 6,000 to 8,000 lives.

Chicago, Illinois—The haunted side of Chicago is heavily influenced by its past as a haven for gangsters during Prohibition and the Great Fire of 1871. Chicago also had the honor to be the home of the 1893 World’s Fair. While that is normally an honor, this event was used by one of America’s first serial killers to lure victims to his house of horrors that was only 2 miles away from the World’s Fair.

San Francisco, California— A city that grew at an incredible rate thanks to the 1848 gold rush, San Francisco, California, is a city known for its haunted spots. As a result of the explosive population growth at the time, a cholera epidemic swept through the city in 1855. During this time San Francisco was a wild town where vigilantes, immigrants and criminals all mixed together to a violent end all too often. The Great Earthquake of 1906 and the resulting fire also caused a massive loss of life for the citizens of San Francisco. This history combined with being the location of Alcatraz, a famous prison, is what helps make San Francisco one of the most haunted cities in the U.S.

The most haunted cities in America are found coast to coast in all regions of our great country. However, they are all places where historical events happened that caused many souls to restlessly wander through time. Don’t forget to explore the supernatural side during your next vacation.