No souvenir-shop spookery. Just 13 serious sites with troubled histories, credible accounts and field-tested logistics for travelers who like to tackle spooky season head-on.

The Lone Star state may be home to many spooky destinations, but the most-haunted site in the U.S. was the Queen Mary ship, ...

At The Outsider in downtown Manistee, classic comfort meets creative flair with smash burgers so flavorful they’ve become a ...

In downtown Burnsville, the ghost-seeking crowds gather near Roland’s Bar at the NuWray Hotel. Henry, a scenic designer by ...

When twilight descends on Key Biscayne on October 25, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park transforms into a spine-tingling wonderland of frights and delights. The Friends of Cape Florida's annual ...

From the infamous Amityville Horror House to the Villisca Axe Murder House, the US is home to some horrifying places with ...

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Think your local bar is lively? Try sharing it with a ghost. In Alabama, two popular spots — a bar and a restaurant — have become famous for more than just food and drink. Locals, staff and even ...

Editor's note: This article was originally published on Jan. 25, 2014. We are republishing it as part of our fall coverage. A woman and three children who claimed to be possessed by demons. A ...