Haunted Cities in Virginia

Some people travel to see the sights, collect antiques, or eat special food. Other people travel for the chance to spot a ghost or two. And Virginia has them all covered—even the ghost hunters. Williamsburg is not the only haunted city the state offers. Here are five others who also offer ghost tours. See why Virginia is for lovers. Ghost lovers.

What is the Most Haunted City in Virginia?

The most haunted city in Virginia is Williamsburg, known for its deep colonial history and numerous ghostly legends. As the former capital of the Virginia Colony, Williamsburg played a crucial role in the American Revolution and saw hordes of violence. But it is far from the only city in Virginia that can claim this esteemed and eerie title.

Staunton

This quaint town is chock full of ghost stories, starting with the Ubon Thia Victorian Inn. The place is said to be haunted by a woman who has resided there since the 1800s. She has been known to cause the inn’s hot water supply to bypass the room of a guest that she doesn’t like. Another B & B in Staunton has a ghostly reputation, “Thornrose House.” Its room, called “Caroline’s Room,” is the place for ghostly apparitions. Staunton ghost tours offer a look into Victorian Virginia that is not found anywhere else and are great things to do with the whole family.

Richmond

Man in Hallway — Copyright by US Ghost Adventures

One of the many haunted Richmond, Virginia’s capital, is the Edgar Allan Poe Museum. Built around 1754 as a private home, at least three ghosts are believed to reside or at least visit here. This includes two blonde children, thought to belong to the house’s original owners, and a shadowy figure thought to be Poe himself. Richmond ghost tours are best done with RVA Ghosts. You’ll learn about

Alexandria

This historic town is full of ghost sightings and stories. One of them involves a 200-year legend claiming that two hundred years ago, a man brought a young woman to stay with him at Gadsby’s Tavern. She died while staying there and the man left enough money for medical bills and burial and then disappeared. People have reported seeing a candle in the upstairs room where the woman died. Others have reported hearing footsteps and a woman’s cry. Learn Virginia’s haunted history from the experts on an Alexandria ghost tour!

Fredericksburg

Many legends and ghost stories abound in this historic town. A lady in white is often seen haunting a historic 1730s church, where George Washington himself worshipped. A Sioux princess is often viewed at the foot of the bed at Fall Hill Estate. She has also been seen walking through the wall. Check out Fredericksburg’s tours here.

Virginia Beach

Catch some sun and waves during the day, then later take a ghost tour. Reports exist of an ex-fireman haunting a local fire station, setting off alarms, and so on. It’s also said that a ghost-bride haunts the halls of the Princess Anne Country Club. Another ghost is said to be dark and a masculine entity wearing a cape. There is much to be learned in the ways of the dead down by the beach. Take a Virginia Beach ghost tour and experience why it is one of Virginia’s most sought after haunted cities.

Haunted Places In Virginia

This sampling of historic and haunted places in Virginia is just a small portion of ghostly happenings in the state. Stay tuned for more. From the colonial roots of Williamsburg to the beachside fun of Virigina Beach, Virigina’s most haunted places can be found all over the state.

Don’t take our word for it, take a look at the rest of our blog to see for yourself. There are more haunted cities in Virigina than perhaps any other of the 13 original colonies. Take a Williamsburg ghost tour to get started and go from there! You’ll be face-to-face with what can only be described as a spiritual playground.