Virginia boasts many haunted attractions, many of which have an extensive and often troubling history. For a prime example of this, look no further than Williamsburg’s Peyton Randolph House. Largely considered to be the most haunted house in Virginia (if not in all of America), this seemingly beautiful historical site is not for the faint of heart. Here’s more on this iconic location in Virginia, which is also the most haunted house in Williamsburg.

Seemingly charming — if not picturesque — from the outside, the Peyton Randolph House may be the single most haunted location in America.
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Portions of the house date back to 1715. This historic landmark was once the home of Peyton Randolph, the first President of the Continental Congress. The house also served briefly as a hospital during the Battle of Williamsburg.
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This house, which is full of fascinating history, may be most renowned for its paranormal activity. It is said that during guided tours, visitors unexpectedly fall ill before entering the house.
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Perhaps visitors are picking up on a foreboding nature that has cursed the house since its beginnings. Throughout the course of its existence, the house has seen more than 30 deaths, ranging from freak accidents to bizarre medical issues.
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Paranormal activity isn't a new phenomenon at the Peyton Randolph House. During his stay at the property in 1824, French General Marquis de Lafayette reported, "Upon my arrival, as I entered through the foyer, I felt a hand on my shoulder. It nudged me as if intending to keep me from entering. I quickly turned, but found no one there."
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There are countless tales of similar troubling occurrences, ranging from ghostly figures inside the house to disembodied voices. Needless to say, this site is a main stop of Colonial Williamsburg's Haunted Tours.
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Should you visit this historic site, be warned that you may encounter more than you signed up for.
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Check out this video tour of the mansion, and see for yourself if you dare set foot inside.

The most haunted house in Virginia, the Peyton Randolph House is located at 100 W Nicholson St, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Have you ever experienced something unsettling at the historic Peyton Randolph House? If so, be sure to share it with us! You can learn more about the Peyton Randolph House by visiting the official Williamsburg visitor’s site. For related content, you may be interested in learning how driving down this haunted Virginia road at night will give you nightmares. If a day in Williamsburg isn’t enough, book a stay at a charming Vrbo.

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Haunted Places in Virginia

Beth C. | November 08, 2021

What are some of the most haunted places in Virginia?

It's true that Virginia is positively brimming with paranormal activity. Historic cemeteries, old mansions, former hospitals dating back to the Civil War, and even trails throughout Virginia are no strangers to ghosts. For proof of this, look no further than the following list of the most haunted places in Virginia:

  • The Wythe House in Williamsburg
  • Fort Magruder Hotel & Conference Center in Williamsburg
  • The Boxwood Inn in Newport News
  • The Ferry Plantation House in Virginia Beach
  • Cold Harbor Battlefield in Mechanicsville
  • Central State Hospital in Petersburg
  • The Glencoe Inn in Portsmouth
  • In fact, we've outlined all of these attractions on a convenient road trip. Do you dare take this road trip to the most haunted attractions in Virginia?

Does Virginia have any haunted restaurants?

It may seem a bit unusual for a restaurant to be haunted, but many people claim that to be true of Gadsby's Tavern. It's not altogether surprising given that Gadsby's Tavern is also one of the oldest of its kind in the country.

  • Located in Alexandria, Virginia, this iconic restaurant dates back to 1785, and George Washington himself was one of its patrons.
  • Today, this National Historic Landmark is shrouded in mystery and paranormal stories.
  • One of the most famous centers around the Female Stranger, who is now buried across the street from the tavern. She was brought to Gadsby's after a trip to the Caribbean before falling ill. At the time, her husband asked that her name remain anonymous, for reasons we still don't understand today.
  • Learn more about what makes Gadsby's Tavern among the most haunted restaurants in Virginia.

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