Isn’t it fun to feel a little chill down your spine? While ghost stories and hauntings may not be everyone’s cup of tea, we know you landed here because you are looking for a few ways to get creeped out in Nashville, and we’ve got your back! We decided to figure out which eerie and creepy and crawly places are worth a visit for lovers of all things creepy. The following 10 spooky things to do in Nashville should keep you busy for quite a while, so make sure to set out on a few creepy adventures in our little corner of Tennessee!

1. You can stay right at home and enjoy the eeriness from your computer screen
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...because sometimes you don't want to wander a haunted wood. You just want a little jump, then the chance to go back to life as normal. Right? Right. The check out our list of creepy pictures from Nashville.
2. Visit the site of the most devastating train accident in United States history.
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Dutchmans Curve has a horrific reputation, and you can now visit the memorial in McCabe Park if you're looking for a quiet place to learn about the lives lost, and the history made.
3. Have you heard the terrifying story of the Ade Family Murders...?
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The Ade family murders are still unsolved, and creates quite a ripple of terror if you bring it up to the locals. What a strange thing it would be, if this cold case was cracked so many years later...?
4. We made a quick list of every historic haunted place around the city.
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Just in case you're looking for a scare that spans centuries, these haunted places in Nashville! will fit the bill perfectly.
5. If you're looking to visit Nashville, you may want to stay in one of these haunted hotels
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Or maybe you can just rent a room in one of these haunted hotels in Nashville. , even as a local. That would make for a fun little sleepover, you know.

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6. Fight your fears and explore a Nashville cave.
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Pictured is the Bell Witch Cave cave, a place of local folklore and most terrifying place you could wander - until you get to the rest of our list, of course.
7. You can still catch a glimpse of the foreboding Tennessee State Prison
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Located on the west side of town, the castle-like Tennessee State Prison has been immortalized in the movie, "The Green Mile" and continues to serve as a filming spot (with express permission!) for professionals.
8. Would you dare to walk this haunted trail?
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The Haunted woods in Lebanon may be a bit far out there - but it's way worth the drive. This eerie trail will take you a mile into the woods of Tennessee, the kinds of backwoods that really make you feel creeped out...
9. The story behind pretty insane. Like, really Tennessee's most haunted house insane.
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The Carnton Plantation is located in Franklin, Tennessee, and it is on the site of one of the deadliest battles in the Civil War. Wander the plantation and take a tour, then learn about the beautiful home that became wildly haunted.
10. There's nothing that will make your blood run cold quite like an experience in a haunted cemetery.
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There's nothing calming about wandering through a haunted cemetery but there IS something interesting about knowing a ghost story and seeking out the location of it. Would you dare...?

If you’re a little creeped out by all the spooky things to do in Nashville and find yourself looking to do something a little bit lighter, you should check out this exciting and gorgeous train museum!

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What are the most haunted places in Nashville?

As you learned above, Nashville has a whole lot of spooky history! And while we covered a lot, there are even more haunted places in Nashville that will send a chill up your spine. If you are more of a Casper kind of ghost enthusiast, you can visit the friendly poltergeist at Carter House in Franklin. Or you could possibly witness the ghost of Andrew Jackson at the Hermitage. Even the Tennessee State Capitol is rumored to be haunted!

Are there any urban legends in Nashville?

Alongside our many ghost stories, there is also a fair share of urban legends in Nashville and across Tennessee. We may not be as sure about the roots of these tales, but that doesn't make them any less hair raising! Of course there is the Bell Witch Cave and the rumors of a malevolent poltergeist, but there is also the tale of Skinned Tom, a bloodied ghost who haunts a cemetery, and the White Screamer, a massive Big Foot like creature that haunts White Bluffs Tennessee.

Are there any haunted restaurants or bars in Nashville?

If you're looking to sip a couple drinks with some ghosts, then look no further than this potentially haunted bar in Nashville. The Flying Saucer is one of the oldest bars in Nashville and due to that history, it has seen a lot. The bar is located in a former section of Union Station which many soldiers passed through. It is very possible that you may see an apparition, hear a voice, or witness some poltergeist-y activity as you walk through the space! And even if you don't have a direct encounter with a ghost, the drinks will more than make up for it!

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