If you're ready for a fright, take a flight to one of these eerie cities that'll really get you in the Halloween spirit.1. New Orleans, Louisiana The city of NOLA is usually known for letting the good times roll during Mardi Gras, however, you won't be disappointed when you celebrate Halloween here. What to do: Visit the Museum of Death Take a ghost tour of the French Quarter Gaze at the Halloween decorations at fan-favorite houses like, The Skeleton House, Ghost Manor, and The Buckner Mansion View the Krewe of Boo parade Where to stay: Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza, there's nothing scary about this resort. 2. Austin, Texas Your spooky festivities in Austin will definitely be unique, with a slogan like “Keep Austin Weird” you know you'll be in for a special treat. What to do: Get some liquid courage and all the spooky vibes at Gibson Street Bar, known for their month-long event called Nightmare on Gibson Street Take a ride in a private hearse as you visit ghostly locations around the city with HauntedATX Visit the Pioneer Farms Pumpkin Nights for the best-themed photo-ops Celebrate Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead with the Viva la Vida Parade Catch a glimpse of the Austin bats under the Congress Bridge as they fly south for the winter in late October Where to stay: Club Wyndham Austin, after a night of spookiness, return to this safe, cozy, and spacious resort. 3. Orlando, Florida This magical city is most known for its vast array family-friendly attractions, but for Halloween season, discover all the best tricks and treats that Orlando has to offer. What to do: Scream and shout at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort Get really spooked at the A Petrified Forest Scare Trail outdoors Discover Orlando's hidden history and paranormal activity with an Orlando Haunts ghost tour Try killer drinks at this Halloween-inspired bar, Cocktails & Screams For a unique thrill, visit The Haunted Road, a drive-thru Halloween experience Where to stay: Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek, make this your Orlando home base for your spook-tivities. 4. San Francisco, California This Bay Area city has a ghostly presence and is known for being amongst the most haunted cities in the U.S. Try your luck at experiencing the supernatural this October. What to do: Take a night tour of Alcatraz Island where the federally maximum prison held some of the U.S. most dangerous criminals Venture into Terror Vault, a creative and immersive haunted experience Complete Crawloween, the SF Halloween Pub Crawl, and party your scares away Explore Mary Ellen Pleasant Memorial Park, the smallest park in the city, but possibly the most haunted Take a ghost tour of San Francisco City Hall, built on the grounds of an abandoned cemetery Where to stay: The Donatello, this elegant yet comfortable resort is centrally located in the city, a perfect hideaway from spooky nights. 5. Williamsburg, Virginia With history at every turn, encounter 18th century colonial ghost tales and learn about the haunted history at some of the oldest buildings in the United States. What to do: Experience The Original Ghosts of Williamsburg, a walking tour, known as the second oldest ghost tour in the U.S. Test your bravery at the Busch Gardens Williamsburg Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream Enjoy an authentic ghost tour of Colonial Williamsburg with exclusive access to historic outdoor spaces Take part in the adults-only interactive Rocky Horror Picture Show presented by Billsburg After Dark Where to stay: Club Wyndham Kingsgate, find your peace here after a frightful night of colonial ghost stories and scares. 6. Las Vegas, Nevada With a huge party scene year-round, it should come as no surprise that the Sin City does Halloween right. What to do: Gaze at all the oddities and paranormal pieces that line this old mansion, The Haunted Museum Allow your mind to be blown at Meow Wolf Las Vegas, an unpredictable and immersive art installation Journey through two terrifying haunted houses, Asylum and Hotel Fear Enjoy a special Halloween version of Vegas nightlife during HalloWeekend at Fremont Street Experience Where to stay: Club Wyndham Desert Blue, located only a mile away from The Strip chaos but far enough to enjoy a good night's rest. The scariest thing this Halloween season is being cramped in a hotel room; don't trap yourself in that position. Spread out and fully enjoy the best Halloween activities with suite accommodations that are all treats and no tricks. Plus, our treat to you – all of these resorts listed are 20% when you book by Halloween. Show us your scariest selfies and comfy in-suite photos by tagging us on social @ExtraHolidays and using #ExtraHolidays.
