Cleveland, Ohio, invites brave travelers for a stay in a haunted castle this spooky season. Franklin Castle, one of the city’s most haunted locations, offers overnight stays on Friday and Saturday nights.
Common parlor in Franklin Castle © J. Klein
Built in the 1800s, Franklin Castle underwent many sinister occurrences since its debut, from untimely deaths to arson. Learn more about the spirits still haunting the halls on a tour. Or stay overnight at Franklin Castle … if you dare. Choose from several suites, with nightly rates starting at $300.
Cleveland is home to many other haunted attractions to round out your paranormal experience. Founded in 1966, Buckland Museum of Witchcraft Magick & Occult features rotating exhibits with an array of artifacts related to witchcraft, the occult and the paranormal. Grab some grub at The Haunted House Restaurant. The scary movie-themed restaurant serves up dishes like Nightmare on Elm Street Corn and Poultrygeist sandwich. Throughout October, the restaurant hosts Halloween-themed events including costume contests and weekly trivia. Perfect for horror-loving adrenaline junkies, Cedar Point Amusement Park debuts The Conjuring: Beyond Fear this fall. The immersive experience is inspired by The Conjuring film series.
The Haunted House Restaurant © Andre Scott
Check out even more haunted happenings in and around Cleveland this Halloween season.
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