When the sun sets over Miami, a different kind of adventure begins — one filled with mystery, history, and a touch of the supernatural. From haunted mansions to eerie estates and moonlit waters, here are some of Miami’s most haunted places to explore this Halloween season.
🕯️ 1. The Haunted Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables
One of the city’s most iconic landmarks, the Biltmore Hotel is as famous for its beauty as it is for its ghostly residents. Built in 1926, this grand hotel hosted celebrities, mobsters, and even served as a military hospital during World War II. Legend says mobster Thomas “Fatty” Walsh was murdered here in 1929, and his spirit still roams the 13th floor. Guests report flickering lights, cold spots, and mysterious footsteps echoing through the halls — all adding to its eerie allure.
👻 2. The Deering Estate, Palmetto Bay
The historic Deering Estate is one of Miami’s most beautiful — and most haunted — properties. Built on ancient Indigenous land and near the Cutler Burial Mound, the estate carries deep spiritual energy. Visitors often describe strange sounds, ghostly shadows, and orbs floating through photographs. The estate even hosts its own Historic Ghost Tours, where brave guests can explore dark hallways and hear spine-chilling stories from paranormal experts.
🕸️ 3. Villa Paula: Miami’s Cuban-Spirit Mansion
Located in Little Haiti, the elegant Villa Paula was built in 1926 and once served as the Cuban consulate. Today, it’s one of the most haunted houses in Miami, with reports of piano music, the scent of roses, and sightings of a woman in white — believed to be Paula Milord, the original owner. Learn more about this eerie residence on Miami Haunts.
🌙 4. A Spooky Biscayne Bay Night Cruise
For a modern twist on Miami’s haunted history, set sail on a nighttime adventure with Miami Aqua Tours. Their evening cruises along Biscayne Bay glide past the glittering Miami skyline, Star Island, and the Venetian Islands — all while your guide shares stories of the city’s past and mysterious legends of the sea. Feel the ocean breeze and the thrill of the unknown as you float beneath the moonlight. It’s a perfect mix of spooky and scenic — one of the most unique things to do in Miami this Halloween.
🦇 Why You Should Explore Haunted Miami
Miami isn’t just beaches and nightlife — it’s a city filled with hidden stories and restless spirits. Whether you’re wandering the grand halls of the Biltmore, exploring the haunted paths of the Deering Estate, or cruising the bay under a starry sky, you’ll discover the city’s mysterious, magical side that only comes alive after dark.
🔗 Plan Your Spooky Adventure
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Biltmore Hotel – Stay overnight in Miami’s most haunted luxury hotel.
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Deering Estate – Join a guided ghost tour through historic grounds.
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Villa Paula – Learn about Miami’s most haunted mansion.
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Miami Aqua Tours – Book a Biscayne Bay night cruise and sail into the supernatural.
