Do you enjoy a good horror movie and the thrill of being frightened? Or maybe you just enjoy a good ghost story! We have gathered a list of the top spooky places and haunted houses to visit this Halloween season around the Middle Tennessee area.
*Denotes a family-friendly attraction suitable for children under the age of 13. Check out our list of “not-so-spooky” kid-friendly attractions here!
Spooky Spots
Nashville Ghosts Haunted Tours*
Discover the ghostly side of Nashville’s music legends and haunted streets on an unforgettable ghost tour with Nashville Ghosts. Nashville Ghosts reveals the rich history that adds to the depth of the Music City’s otherworldly activity. Walk with us through Broadway’s active nightlife and discover the sinister secrets hidden in some of the city’s most popular locations.
Voted #1 best ghost tour in Nashville for over 20 years, Nashville Ghost Tours offers a blend of historic facts, local legends, and the true ghost stories of Music City USA. Explore the shadow-filled streets of Nashville on one of our world renowned ghost tours. On our Original Nashville Ghost Tour and Haunted Downtown Nashville Tour, our entertaining tour guides dress in Victorian costume and carry a lantern. For a more light-hearted haunted tour, try our Haunted Tavern Tours. Enjoy cocktails while listening to amazing, paranormal tales and playing Haunted Trivia for prizes. For a truly unique experience, try out our Nashville Hearse Tours. Ride in the back of an open-air hearse and hear the stories of Music City’s eerie past. Advance purchase required! Tours often sell out.
Nightly Spirits Nashville Ghost Tours*
Nashville is one of the most haunted cities in the Mid-South, with one of the best nightlife scenes in the country. Explore Music City with the best tour company in Nashville. We specialize in providing only the best and most authentic ghost tours in Nashville! You’ll learn about Nashville’s past, forgotten secrets, and the city’s rich cultural heritage. Our most popular tour combines a ghost walk through iconic downtown Nashville with a pub crawl, so you can enjoy some delicious drinks while learning about the city’s spookiest tales. Along the way, our guides, who are professional storytellers, will take you to some of the most haunted spots in town.
Nightly Spirits offers several different ghost tours catering to a wide range of ages and interests.
Looking for a fun and unforgettable way to spend your evening in Nashville? Ghost City Tours invites you to dive into the haunted side of Music City—where the echoes of the past are just as loud as the music pouring out of the bars on Broadway. Our ghost tours are the perfect nighttime activity for travelers, date nights, group outings, or anyone curious about the darker side of Nashville’s history.
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly adventure or something a little more bone-chilling, we have a tour for you. The Ghosts of Nashville Tour is perfect for all ages and runs nightly at 8:00 PM—it’s fun, educational, and just spooky enough to keep everyone on their toes. If you’re up for something darker, our Murder & Mayhem Tour at 9:00 PM is for adults only and dives deep into the sinister side of Nashville’s past—unsolved crimes, notorious hauntings, and spirits that still linger.
Explore the darker side of the charming town of Franklin, TN with Franklin Walking Tours. Learn the sinister secrets of Franklin’s past and see some of the town’s most haunted buildings.
Grim and Ghostly: You’ll hear ghost and crime stories ranging from the merely mischievous to the downright dark. Nightly at 7PM
Haunted Tour of Cherry Manor: For the FIRST TIME EVER, guests will be invited INSIDE Tennessee’s most haunted building, Cherry Manor. Tour guests have heard this house’s dark stories for decades, but have never gotten to enter until now! You’ll learn about the many people who met their end in this house, and hear first-hand stories about the frequent paranormal activity that continues to this day.
Step into the shadows at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage for a lantern-lit journey through the mansion, grounds, and cemetery. As dusk settles, wander the same paths once walked by the Jackson family and hear of the tragedies they endured, the unusual experiences of Andrew Jackson himself, and curious, unexplained happenings on the property. The air is thick with history—and perhaps a hint of mystery. Tours depart promptly… we wouldn’t want to leave any souls wandering behind.
Not recommended for children under 13 years old
A portion of all sales will support the Andrew Jackson Foundation’s mission to preserve the home place of Andrew Jackson, create learning opportunities and inspire informed citizenship.
No supernatural story in American history is more documented than that of the Bell Witch of Adams, TN. In fact, tales of this spirit were so widespread in the early 1800s they caught the attention of a general and future President, Andrew Jackson, who was from Nashville. Whether you’re seeking spine-chilling paranormal encounters, haunted hayrides, or a journey into forgotten history, our attractions offer something for every thrill-seeker. Dive into the mystery, uncover eerie secrets, and experience the supernatural firsthand with our one-of-a-kind tours.
The guided Cave Tours take guests through the cave owned by John Bell. Guests will see an ancient Native American burial site within the cave and many fascinating natural formations. Your guide will take you back in time to hear the story of the Bell Family hauntings, and then bring you back to the present with chilling stories of more recent activity in the cave. Also included in the admission is a 30 minute guided tour into our hand-hewed log cabin which is a replica of the Bell Family home. The John Bell Cabin is furnished with time period pieces and gives guests a first-hand look at how the Bell Family lived in the 1800s. The John Bell Cabin houses our collection of pictures, books, documents, and genealogy.
For a hair-raising experience, join us on one of our haunted history tours in Franklin, Tennessee. The Haunted Franklin tour explores the ghosts and haunts that linger on the brick-lined streets and historic dwellings in charming Downtown Franklin. Departed socialites, a Civil War spy, failed businessmen, Confederate soldiers, and at least one dog roam downtown, and we spend an intriguing hour and a half with them. One is helpful, several appear lonely, and one seems to be afraid of the dark. We’ll visit 5-6 locations on our leisurely walk through Franklin. Bring your camera: you never know what you may catch. PARENTAL DISCRETION IS ADVISED. NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SMALL CHILDREN.
Not recommended for small children.
This Fall, enjoy a Haunted Ghost Tour unlike any other! Just a short drive from Nashville, The Haunted Canoe Trip at Canoe the Caney is one of Tennessee’s most thrilling haunted attractions. Bring your friends and climb aboard for a spine-tingling, after-dark, historic ghost tour.
Setting the stage for this chilling adventure, The Haunted Canoe Trip takes you into the spooky world of the Caney after dark. This haunting venture is an epic, spine-tingling ghost tour that first wanders to the old cemetery. Stay close as you hear the accounts of a flooded town with lost graves, ghostly encounters, unexplained voices, and eerie sounds. Unlike other staged haunted attractions, this ghost tour first takes you on a walk through an old military recreation base where you’ll quiver at the stories of ghostly hauntings and frightening things that have happened over the past 60 years as you continue slowly down the dark path through the base leading to the water’s edge. Once there, if you’re brave enough, you’ll board your canoe and paddle over the original location of the old 1800s sunken cemetery that is just a mere 15 feet below the water’s surface. This is where many believe lost graves still remain and those spirits trapped just beneath these dark waters of Cemetery Cove.
Haunted Houses
Slaughter House Haunted House
3445 Lebanon Pike, Nashville
Open now – November 2, weekends only
Established in 1986, Slaughterhouse is Nashville’s longest running Haunted Attraction. Now in it’s 39th season of Haunting Nashville. In 2014 new Owners Stacey and Ben Dixon of Full Moon Inc. moved the legendary haunt to 3445 Lebanon Pike in Hermitage. Finding it’s new home in the old Courtyard Cinema. You will explore the haunt traveling through 5 of the old theaters. The walk through time is about 40 min.
Nashville Nightmare Haunted House
1016 Madison Square, Nashville
Open now – November 9 (select nights)
Experience the world-famous Nashville Nightmare Haunted House, Nashville’s legendary Halloween event.
2025 Attractions
Horror High – Final Exam: At Horror High, the students have been dying to pass their final exams. But acing Poltergeist Physics or AP Zombification isn’t enough – before they graduate, their scare skills have to be put to the test. That’s where you come in. As you roam the hellish hallways and cursed classrooms, just know something’s lurking in the dark… waiting to terrify you right out of your skin.
The Boogieman: The bedroom sits untouched. Dusty, silent… except for the occasional whisper. The parents should have listened when the twins said a monster was hiding in their closet. It only came at night – in their dreams, they said. They called it The Snatcher, and claimed it whispered for them to follow. No one believed them. Now the twins are gone. You’ve stepped into the room they left behind. If you listen closely, you might hear them calling for help. From the attic? From the walls? No… from the closet. Step inside. Unless you’re afraid of the boogeyman…
Fairy Tale Hell: Once upon a time… something went horribly wrong. You’ve stumbled into a world behind the veil, a storybook realm cracked down the spine and bleeding through the pages. The grass is dead, the skies don’t make sense, and the creatures here were never meant to rhyme. Reality twists as the rules of the tale unravel. Doors lead nowhere, clocks tick backward, and nursery rhymes curdle into screams. Each step deeper pulls you further from the world you knew – and deeper into the story. Because this tale doesn’t end. It just ends you.
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Beast House
3976 Dickerson Pike, Nashville
Open now – November 2, weekends only
Beast House exposes the dark history hidden within this real, blood-soaked Mansion of one of Nashville’s most notorious figures – Isaac Ketchum, II – who tragically took the lives of his family here in 1899.
The history of the property you are stepping foot on is REAL. The Beast House is different, very different – it’s a step back in time within an actual haunted house. You are walking amidst the horrific past and feeling it first-hand – seeing the original burnt-out fireplaces, smelling the must of this 125 year old home and sensing for yourself the one-of-a-kind evil that once-lived within. His name was Isaac Kechem and this is his House…After operating as one of Nashville’s most iconic, country music venues for over 60 years, the highly-successful, Starlite Club suddenly closed its doors in 2014 – never to reopen. The property was sold in 2017 and the original, Beast House history was again brought to the forefront as it was transformed into arguably one of the most authentic Haunted Attractions in America – it is a terrifying walk into one of Nashville’s most intentionally-forgotten, horrific events of the past.
Dead Land Haunted Woods
7040 Murfreesboro Road, Lebanon
Open now – November 1, weekends only
Established in 2009, we offer a one-of-a-kind experience with 3 terrifying outdoor attractions. Each features an unguided trail in the dark woods with many scare actors along the way. Along with our attractions, we set the mood for Halloween fun with our fresh concessions, warm bonfire, and a fun gift shop, all with a family-friendly atmosphere. We’re proud to have grown to become one of Middle Tennessee’s most popular haunts—come and check out our attractions and be prepared to be scared out of your mind!
Malice Haunted Attraction
1777 Nix Road, Belfast (Near Lewisburg)
Open now – November 1, weekends only
Additional weekend dates include November 7 & 8. These are BLACKOUT nights – we turn off the lights and you get a glowstick to light your way. You thought it was scary with the lights on…?
December 13 & 14: Come back out for our end of season Friday the 13th toy drive Benefiting Hopetown of Lewisburg, Tennessee, Jason’s Got his Santa hat on. Your toy donation is your ticket into the woods. We spruce up the woods with a bit of Christmas cheer with all your iconic characters from the Grinch to Krampus. Bring a toy $25 value.
Malice is an outdoor attraction located just on the outskirts of Lewisburg at the dead end of Nix Road in Belfast, Tennessee. One hour south of Nashville, we have a new larger parking lot, a midway interactive queue line area with stage and performers. As you enter the woods you will encounter clear paths lined with wood chips and lit trails to keep you on track to each detailed scene. Our scenes have lighting, ambient sounds, and appropriate smells that trick your mind into thinking it’s reality. You won’t find Hollywood-themed characters here. All of our characters are conjured up from the minds of our creative actors that love what they do and will give you the best show possible. Come celebrate our 5th year and let us entertain or scare you. We look forward to seeing you!
Raven’s Hollow Haunted Forest*
563 E Main St, Mt Juliet
October 3 – 31 (select dates)
Ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages, welcome to the most fun you’ll have all October! Along the haunted trail we have several new spectacles, tableaus and effects that are sure to get you in the mood for Halloween! We don’t have jump scares or actors wandering around the forest, but we have plenty of scenes with props and animatronics that will give you a sense of eeriness without having to leave the young ones at home.
We are all corralled down at CIRCLE P RANCH where our ghoulish occupants have put down their coffin roots and stay dormant until October, when they start to stir, awakened by the smell of pumpkin spice wafting through their hideous nostrils!
This year you will see happy haunts such as the ghostly hearse, witches, Poe’s raven, the headless horseman, Dracula’s mausoleum, a skeleton choir and an old west haunted mine!
The ghosts, witches, corpses, phantoms, wraiths, vampires monsters, and s’mores are all expecting you so don’t keep them waiting!
Millers Thrillers Haunted House
1431 Carters Creek Pike, Columbia
October 4 – 31, weekends only
Millers Thrillers is a very dark and creepy unguided haunted trail. There are multiple attractions such as the Zombie Paintball Hayride (ages 8 and older) where you can shoot zombies, like a real live video game! Hillbilly Hollar, which is an outdoor fright experience. And while waiting in line, you can enjoy the entertainment zone, featuring stage shows and concessions.
Suitable for ages 8+. Not recommended for children under the age of 8.
Rigor Mortis Haunted House
1030 Smithville Hwy, McMinnville
Open now – November 2 (select nights)
Creepy Hollow Haunted Woods
2133 Joe Brown Road, Spring Hill
Open now – November 1, weekends only
If you are looking for some haunted fun that doesn’t focus on blood and gore, look at Creepy Hollow Haunted Woods. We work hard at creating exceptional original scenes that will startle you and make you jump. Nashville Scene Magazine has rated our Haunt as the most customer interactive in the area. We add different scares every year so there is always something new to see. With an evening full of exciting scare scenes, photo shoot areas to add to your memories, bonfire, and queue line entertainment, Creepy Hollow Woods is your one stop Haunt. We are the first Haunted Attraction that lets you relax around the bonfire and enjoy our delicious concessions and be entertained until it is your turn to go through. Because we are an indoor/outdoor Haunt, you get the best of both worlds with adrenaline rushes and spine chilling thrills!
Devil’s Dungeon
510 Davidson St., Nashville
Open now – November 1 (select days)
Slashville Haunts beckons you into the heart of darkness with Devil’s Dungeon, a nightmare unlike anything you’ve ever encountered. For over 25 years, Slashville has haunted the shadowy corners of Middle Tennessee, perfecting the art of terror for decades. Among its roster of spine-chilling attractions, Devil’s Dungeon stands as the longest-running, having first opened its blood-curdling doors in 2000.
Now, a quarter-century later, Devil’s Dungeon has become a twisted legend, a cornerstone of Nashville’s horror scene. This hellish experience drags you into a nightmarish world, where grotesque monsters lurk around every corner, their chilling whispers clawing at your sanity. The immersive sets are crafted with a sickening level of detail, blending reality and nightmare in ways that will leave you questioning what’s real. State-of-the-art technology pulses through every shadowy hallway, manipulating your senses and trapping you in a maze of terror from which there’s no escape. Enter if you dare—but know this: once you step inside, you might never escape the horrors that await.
