The Stanley Hotel, Colorado: The inspiration for Stephen King's "The Shining," this hotel is reputedly haunted. Guests and staff report eerie experiences, adding to its chilling reputation.
Eastern State Penitentiary, Pennsylvania: This abandoned prison is infamous for its harsh conditions and the tales of suffering endured by its inmates. It's considered one of the most haunted places in America.
Winchester Mystery House, California: Built by Sarah Winchester, widow of the Winchester rifle heir, this mansion is known for its bizarre layout and strange features believed to be designed to confuse vengeful spirits.
Alcatraz Island, California: Known as "The Rock," Alcatraz was a notorious federal prison with a dark history of confinement and isolation. Many stories of eerie occurrences and ghostly sightings haunt its empty corridors.
The Villisca Axe Murder House, Iowa: Site of a gruesome unsolved murder in 1912, this house is believed to be haunted by the spirits of the victims. It's a chilling reminder of a tragic event.
The Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, West Virginia: Formerly an asylum for the mentally ill, this massive building is rumored to be haunted by the tormented souls of former patients. Its imposing architecture adds to its eerie ambiance.
The Myrtles Plantation, Louisiana: Known as one of America's most haunted homes, this plantation has a history of tragic deaths and eerie occurrences. Visitors often report ghostly sightings and unexplained phenomena.
Salem, Massachusetts: Famous for the Salem Witch Trials in the late 1600s, this town is steeped in dark history. The trials led to numerous executions and have left a lasting impression on the area.
Waverly Hills Sanatorium, Kentucky: Once a tuberculosis hospital, this facility is said to be haunted by the spirits of patients who died there. It's a popular spot for ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts.
The Lizzie Borden House, Massachusetts: Scene of the notorious 1892 murders of Andrew and Abby Borden, this house is now a museum where visitors can explore the rooms where the gruesome events took place.