Haunted Nashville: the Spookiest Spots in the South

Scare easily? Looking for somebody to try? It’s no secret that the South is a prime source of Gothic tales and imagery. Stories of haunted homes and folk legends comprise much of our culture, and the fascination with the “other side” remains strong among locals and visitors. When you come to Music City, you’ll find no shortage of spooky spots in town. Seems almost every building and dark alley has a story, and you can hear them all.

When you plan your trip, consider adding a ghost tour to your itinerary. Here are three favorites.

Nashville Ghost and Haunts Tours: Downtown Nashville is rather lively at night, yet this walking tour is designed to expose the city’s “undead”! Nightly at 9PM, this entertaining walking tour takes visitors through the streets of Music City as stories of local legends and hauntings delight and fright. Tour groups are limited in size for an optimal program. Call 615-469-5825 for pricing, information, and reservations.

Haunted Tavern Tours: For a truly “intoxicating” experience, join this engaging walking tour of the city’s popular pubs and historic eateries. Each stop promises a fascinatingly eerie tale to complement a cold brew, and perhaps if you have more than one you may see a few ghosts yourself! Due to the nature of this tour, it is only offered to adults of drinking age. Call 888-844-3999 for pricing, information, and reservations.

Mt. Olivet Cemetery Tours: Some of the most interesting residents of Nashville live, shall we say, below ground. If you’re in the mood to tiptoe through the tombstones, you’ll enjoy this guided walk through the city’s best known cemetery. You’ll visit a grave designed like an Egyptian pyramid and meet some legendary characters who shaped Southern lore.

Be sure to bring a camera, you just might catch a ghostly souvenir!