Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Colorado’s Stanley Hotel is as breathtaking as it is haunted. Once the inspiration for Stephen King’s The Shining, this grand 1909 hotel is said to host hundreds of lingering spirits — from playful children to its piano-playing matriarch, Flora Stanley. Whether you come for the history or the hauntings, the Stanley offers an unforgettable blend of luxury, mystery, and mountain magic.

Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville is one of the most breathtaking garden cemeteries in the country, but its beauty comes with a side of chills. With a history tied to a former quarantine house and more than 138,000 souls laid to rest, this Victorian landmark is packed with legends of eerie whispers, drifting green orbs, and a ghostly woman who wanders the children’s graves at dusk. It is a spooky-but-stunning stop for families exploring Louisville’s haunted history.

Built on the ashes of tragedy, the Lincoln Theatre in Decatur, Illinois is one of America’s most haunted stages—where the curtain never truly falls. 👻