13 Haunted U.S. Cities for Travel Assignments
Ghost tours, cursed hotels, restless cemeteries—if you thought healthcare travel was adventurous already, wait until you add a haunting to your contract. These 13 haunted cities are packed with legendary spirits, bone-chilling landmarks, and just enough creepy charm to keep your downtime thrilling.
Whether you’re a thrill-seeker chasing goosebumps or just curious about America’s spookiest stories, these destinations promise unforgettable side quests on your next assignment.
13 Haunted U.S. Cities for Your Healthcare Travel Adventures
Salem, Massachusetts
Salem is famous for its witch trial history, but healthcare travelers will find plenty to enjoy beyond the haunted past. Quaint streets, coastal views, and charming cafes make it an inviting place to live while on assignment, and the city’s compact size makes it easy to explore after shifts. If you’re a fan of the paranormal, the ghostly lore of Salem adds an extra layer of intrigue to your downtime.
Haunted Sites:
- Witch House: The only building directly connected to the 1692 trials, said to carry a lingering “Curwin Curse.”
- House of the Seven Gables: This historic mansion is reportedly haunted by ghostly apparitions in the old estate.
- Joshua Ward House: Formerly a boarding house for the ill, guests report eerie presences and unexplained sounds.
- Proctor’s Ledge: Site of the hangings during the trials, where some visitors claim to feel lingering energy.
- Salem Cemeteries: Tombstones and crypts are said to be haunted by restless spirits.
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Seattle, Washington
Washington is a top destination for healthcare travelers, and the Seattle area offers plenty of job opportunities and off-the-clock fun , plus paranormal sightings to boot. If you’re looking for mountain scenery, sea views, and true PNW culture, head to the upper left corner of the U.S. for your next assignment (and maybe even spot Sasquatch in the wild!).
Haunted Sites:
- Pike Place Market after dark: Shadows and whispers are said to follow visitors around the historic market alleys.
- Seattle Underground: A maze of tunnels under the city where spirits of early settlers reportedly linger.
- Butterworth Building: An old mortuary with numerous reports of ghostly apparitions and mysterious footsteps.
BONUS: Tacoma
- Pantages Theatre: Patrons have seen a mysterious “lady in white” roaming the balconies.
- McMenamins Elks Temple: Staff report furniture moving on its own and strange cold spots.
- Old City Hall: Ghostly figures reportedly appear in the hallways after dark.
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Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville combines the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains with a thriving arts and culture scene. Healthcare travelers can enjoy outdoor adventures, excellent restaurants, and friendly neighborhoods while exploring the city’s haunted hotels and historic estates. It’s a little slice of mountain magic with paranormal flair.
Haunted Sites:
- Biltmore Estate: Guests report seeing figures and hearing whispers in this grand historic mansion.
- Grove Park Inn: Hallways and suites are home to numerous ghostly legends.
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Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Gettysburg offers more than stories of American history—healthcare travelers on assignment near Baltimore, Harrisburg, or York can enjoy its small-town charm while exploring haunted battlefields. Ghostly sites like Devil’s Den and Sachs Covered Bridge make the perfect day trips, combining history, legend, and paranormal intrigue.
Haunted Sites:
- Devil’s Den: A rocky battlefield where the spirits of fallen soldiers are often reported.
- Sachs Covered Bridge: Visitors have reported eerie footsteps and apparitions on this historic bridge.
- Farnsworth House Inn: Former Civil War home now a hotel, where guests claim to encounter ghostly residents.
- Baladerry Inn: Reports of ghostly voices and cold spots are common in this charming historic inn.
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Savannah, Georgia
Savannah is a southern gem that combines historic charm with coastal beauty, making it a perfect assignment location for healthcare travelers. With walkable streets, vibrant local cuisine, and plenty of cultural attractions, downtime is as enjoyable as the workday. Add in the city’s ghostly reputation, and your evenings are packed with spectral intrigue and historic tales.
Haunted Sites:
- Bonaventure Cemetery: Famous for ethereal statues and ghostly sightings among the mossy oaks.
- Mercer-Williams House: Guests report the presence of former residents still wandering the halls.
- Moon River Brewing Co.: Set in a historic building with tales of spirits and unexplained phenomena.
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Charleston, South Carolina
Healthcare travelers will appreciate Charleston for its historic architecture, waterfront charm, and strong professional opportunities. The city’s ghostly side adds a unique flavor to evenings off-duty, whether you’re exploring haunted inns or strolling eerie old streets. Between work and leisure, Charleston offers a full, enriching experience.
Haunted Sites:
- Old City Jail: Spirits of former inmates reportedly haunt the darkened cells.
- Battery Carriage House Inn: Guests report apparitions and mysterious sounds in the historic inn.
- Circular Congregational Church: A spectral organist is said to play haunting melodies after hours.
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New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans delivers a mix of vibrant culture, world-class cuisine, and unforgettable history — perfect for healthcare travelers seeking both work and adventure. The French Quarter’s haunted places and the city’s voodoo legends provide the perfect eerie backdrop after a shift, ensuring downtime is never boring.
Haunted Sites:
- LaLaurie Mansion: Infamous for Madame LaLaurie’s crimes, the mansion is said to be haunted by tortured spirits.
- St. Louis Cemetery No. 1: The resting place of Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau and other restless souls.
- Haunted French Quarter buildings: Many historic buildings report strange noises, apparitions, and unexplained activity.
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Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington’s coastal charm and growing healthcare opportunities make it ideal for travelers seeking both adventure and professional growth. Between shifts, explore the city’s haunted battleships, old streets, and local history—a perfect mix of work-life balance with a spooky twist.
Haunted Sites:
- USS North Carolina: Crew members long gone are said to patrol the decks as spirits.
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St. Augustine, Florida
Healthcare travelers will love the combination of sunny beaches, historic charm, and bustling healthcare opportunities in St. Augustine. While the city itself has jobs nearby in Jacksonville or Daytona, its ghostly landmarks make it the perfect weekend getaway for paranormal enthusiasts.
Haunted Sites:
- St. Augustine Lighthouse: Visitors report ghostly sightings and mysterious sounds after dark.
- Old Jail: Haunted by the spirit of a former inmate, Charlie Powell.
- Castillo de San Marcos: Soldiers from the past are said to linger around the historic fort.
- Huguenot Cemetery: Mysterious figures and whispers are a common occurrence here.
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Chicago, Illinois
The Windy City is not only a hub for healthcare careers but also a playground for those who enjoy urban legends and haunted history. Chicago offers world-class museums, restaurants, and cultural experiences — plus plenty of chilling nighttime excursions to legendary haunted hotels and cemeteries.
Haunted Sites:
- Congress Plaza Hotel: Rooms reportedly host ghostly apparitions and unexplained events.
- Resurrection Cemetery: Home to the famous “Resurrection Mary,” seen hitchhiking in a vintage dress.
- Hull House: This historic settlement has multiple ghosts, including the Lady in White and the Fountain Girls.
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Sleepy Hollow, New York
Immortalized in Washington Irving’s “Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” this quaint village is both a cultural and paranormal hotspot. Healthcare travelers on assignment near White Plains, New York City, or nearby suburbs can enjoy serene scenery, historic homes, and local eateries, all while exploring spooky spots that inspired one of America’s most famous ghost stories (just don’t lose your head!).
Haunted Sites:
- Old Dutch Church and Burying Ground: Resting place of Ichabod Crane and other spectral sightings.
- Philipsburg Manor: Ghosts reportedly roam this historic estate at night.
- Headless Horseman Bridge: The legendary bridge where the Headless Horseman story comes alive.
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Virginia City, Montana
Virginia City preserves the Old West like nowhere else. Healthcare travelers on assignment in nearby Butte, Helena, or Bozeman can enjoy mountain vistas, tight-knit communities, and outdoor recreation while exploring ghostly saloons and hotels where the spirits of miners and pioneers are said to linger.
Haunted Sites:
- Bonanza Inn: Guests report ghostly apparitions and mysterious noises in the hallways.
- Fairweather Inn: Visitors claim to see spirits of former residents wandering the rooms.
BONUS: Bannack
- Hotel Meade: Paranormal sightings of early settlers are common.
- Bannack Schoolhouse: Some say the spirits of former students still linger in this abandoned building.
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Portland, Maine
Healthcare travelers will enjoy Portland’s coastal charm, great seafood, and welcoming communities. Between shifts, explore the historic Eastern Cemetery or head to Cape Elizabeth’s lighthouses, where local legends say the spirits of seafarers linger. It’s a picturesque city with enough paranormal intrigue to keep adventurous travelers entertained.
Haunted Sites:
- Eastern Cemetery: Colonial-era ghosts reportedly wander the historic grounds.
- Victoria Mansion: Sightings of ghostly figures and unexplained noises have been reported.
- Portland Head Light: Spirits of long-lost sailors are said to appear near the lighthouse.
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Avoid Nightmares on Your Assignment
You can visit all the haunted cemeteries, ghostly inns, and shadowy lighthouses you want, but the real nightmares on your travels are worrying about logistics, contracts, or housing that goes bump in the night.
That’s why we compiled 13 Tips to Keep the Nightmares Out of Traveling, your guide to avoiding bone-chilling pitfalls on your healthcare travel assignments.
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From witch trial towns to ghostly battlefields, eerie lighthouses to haunted hotels, these 13 haunted U.S. cities can help you collect more stories, history, and adventures on your travel healthcare journey.
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