Charleston comes to mind when you think of historic cities in the South, and also across the country. It should come as no surprise that within the hundreds of years of Charleston's history, there are scary stories of ghosts, pirates, and haunted houses. We've put together a list of the most haunted places in Charleston for you to read about, or even visit, during this spooky season.

Take a look into the sights and frights of the Lowcountry.

Battery Carriage House Inn

We wanted to begin our list with a place so haunted that Southern Living Magazine named it one of the South's 12 Most Haunted Places.

The Battery Carriage House Inn has a long story behind its historical importance, but has been an active hotel since the 80's where only the brave choose to stay. The house has been passed through many owners and families, and even a Yankee Colonel possessed the home after the Civil War. It is believed that the Civil War left more than just damage to Charleston, but ghosts and supernatural energy that can be witnessed at the Battery Carriage House Inn.

With such a unique and complex history, the Battery Carriage House Inn is known to be one of Charlestons most "paranormally" active locations with numerous spirits roaming about the property. Certain rooms are said to be more haunted than others. If you're crazy enough to do it, stay the night in Room #3, #8, or #10, but the most ominous of the three would be the spirit of Room #8. The floating headless torso that haunts Room #8 is one you do not want to run into.

Read more about the ghosts of the Battery Carriage House Inn here.

📍 20 South Battery, Charleston, SC 29401