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October 5, 2023
October is here, and that means it’s time for things to get spooky in Plymouth County! New England has always had a certain mystique about it when fall comes and the leaves turn. Massachusetts is especially famous for its witch trials, ghost stories, and infamous landmarks.
If you’re in the mood for some chills and thrills while visiting Plymouth this October, check out these spooky attractions.
Awarded a Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor, Plymouth Night Tour in Plymouth, Massachusetts is a must if you’re looking for spooky October fun. On this 2-hour tour, you’ll investigate haunted sites with your guide using equipment seen on your favorite ghost-hunting shows. Explore America’s oldest streets, alleyways, and cemeteries and keep an eye out for paranormal activity while learning about local history.
For some real Halloween thrills, Dead of Night Ghost Tours in Plymouth is a fantastic way to explore the historic parts of the town with a spooky twist. Having received both the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor and being featured on the Travel Channel, it’s a can’t-miss opportunity for paranormal enthusiasts.
Interested in taking part? Call to book your tour, then look for the lanterns! Their featured Twilight Lantern Ghost Tours are a leisurely walk through Plymouth’s most haunted places. You’ll visit locations of frequent ghost sightings and haunts while learning local legends and folklore. Be sure to bring your camera to see if you can capture evidence of paranormal activity.
Lizzie Borden is an infamous figure in Plymouth County’s history. The story goes that in 1892 she murdered her father and step-mother, and while she was acquitted of the charges, few believe her side of the story, even today. It’s an unsolved mystery that has been speculated about for over a century.
If her story fascinates you, you should visit the Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, Massachusetts. It’s the original house where the murders took place and is considered one of the most haunted houses in the nation. It operates as both a bed and breakfast as well as a museum. The museum offers tours that tell the known facts about the murders while also embracing the macabre and fantastical elements of the house’s story.
Burial Hill in Plymouth isn’t infamous, but it is one of the oldest burial sites in the nation which lends it a certain spooky mystique. Walk among tombstones that date back to the 1600s that mark where the likes of William Bradford and other first settlers are buried. Even if restless spirits don’t wander the winding paths, it’s still a great place to experience the ambiance of Halloween.
Plymouth County can be exceptionally spooky when October comes around. If you’re a person who enjoys the macabre, frights, or even just local folklore, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do during your visit. Prepare for some scares while in Plymouth!
