Wilmington’s haunting history comes alive through spine-chilling attractions that reveal the Port City’s darker side. From historic plantation grounds to downtown mansions, local haunted experiences blend coastal Carolina folklore with genuine supernatural intrigue.
Brave souls can explore ghostly destinations like Poplar Grove Plantation and the Bellamy Mansion, where centuries of coastal legends intersect with paranormal investigations and hair-raising walking tours through Wilmington’s most haunted locations.
Discover Wilmington’s spookiest supernatural experiences below!
Featured Haunted Houses in Wilmington
- Bellamy Mansion Ghost Hunt
- Nightmare Factory
- Phobia Haunted Trail (Leland)
- Poplar Grove Plantation
- Wilmington Ghost Tour
Bellamy Mansion Ghost Hunt
What to Expect
Fourth-floor paranormal investigation zone with documented spirit encounters
Description
Historic 1859 Bellamy Mansion offers an immersive paranormal investigation experience in a 22-room Antebellum home. Guests explore multiple floors with documented spirit activity, including reports of a Victorian woman's apparition, unexplained footsteps, and mysterious cold drafts. Guided ghost hunt includes professional paranormal equipment and investigative techniques.
Where: Wilmington | More Info: Bellamy Mansion Ghost Hunt
Nightmare Factory
What to Expect
Interactive industrial horror experience with full sensory engagement
Description
Nightmare Factory transforms an abandoned industrial complex into a terrifying walk-through haunted attraction. Set in a fictional turn-of-the-century factory with a dark history, this immersive experience features live actors, Hollywood-quality special effects, and multi-sensory scares that engage sight, sound, and touch.
Where: Wilmington | More Info: Nightmare Factory
Phobia Haunted Trail (Leland)
What to Expect
Two interconnected horror trails with psychological fear themes
Description
A two-trail haunted attraction where guests navigate through terrifying scenarios designed to confront deep psychological fears. The experience features a CarnEvil clown-themed trail and The Institute trail, where live actors create immersive horror environments that challenge perceptions of reality and test visitors' courage.
Where: Leland | More Info: Phobia Haunted Trail
Poplar Grove Plantation
What to Expect
Nighttime paranormal investigation tours of historic manor
Description
Poplar Grove Plantation offers paranormal investigation tours that uncover the stories of deceased family members and their lingering spirits. During select October evenings, ghost hunters can explore the historic manor and search for supernatural evidence from the property's past residents.
Where: Wilmington | More Info: Poplar Grove Plantation
Wilmington Ghost Tour
What to Expect
Immersive historical ghost tour with multiple themed experiences
Description
A chilling walking tour through Wilmington's historic district reveals the city's dark past, featuring haunting stories of pirates, wars, and local legends. Guides lead participants through a one-mile route, uncovering supernatural tales of the Cape Fear region's most notorious locations, including the Cotton Exchange and Thalian Hall.
Where: Wilmington | More Info: Wilmington Ghost Tour