7 of the spookiest spots you need to check out in Mobile now

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Now that spooky season is in full swing, we’ve got a full roundup of haunted places for you to explore Alabama’s oldest city, Mobile… if you dare.

1. Secret History Tours of Mobile

Discover secrets while strolling the streets of downtown Mobile. From the Dark Secrets at Iron Hand to the Speakeasy Cocktail Tour, this is a unique way to explore the historic aspects and haunted landmarks of Mobile.

• Times: Tours begin at 7:30PM
• Price: $35
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Visit Mobile has plenty of events—spooky or not—to let you in on everything the Port City has to offer.

2. The Boyington Oak Tree

Legend has it that Charles R.S. Boyington, who was wrongfully accused of murder in 1835, was executed under an oak tree in Church Street Cemetery. A tree grew from his grave with twisted branches resembling a hangman’s noose.

Locals believe Boyington’s spirit resides within the tree (hence the name). Curious visitors come see the eerie legend for themselves.

• Location: 107 S Bayou St, Mobile, AL 36602
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3. Malaga Inn

Built in 1892 as twin townhomes, The Malaga Inn has passed from owner to owner throughout the years. In the 1960s, the townhomes undergoed rennovations into the beautiful historic hotel that it is today.

Look out, though. Guests have reported strange encounters with unknown figures in the night.

• Location: 359 Church St, Mobile, AL 36602
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4. Church Street Cemetery

The historic Church Street cemetery dates back to the 1800s and is known as the final resting place of many spirits. Mysterious encounters have been captured in photographs and stories throughout the years.

• Location: Government St, Mobile, AL 36602 (Behind Ben May Public Library)
• Open daily 8AM-4PM
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5. Whispers of Magnolia

Whispers of Magnolia offers an opportunity to discover more about the early citizens of Mobile at the city’s largest cemetery. Throughout the tour, you’ll hear stories of some of the cemetery’s unseen inhabitants.

• Meeting spot: 1202 Virginia St, Mobile, AL 36604
• Times: Saturday, October 21, every 1.5 hours starting at 11AM | Sunday, October 22, every 1.5 hours starting at 12:30PM
• Price: $10
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6. The Richards-DAR House

This Civil War-era home was constructed in 1860 for Captain Charles G. Richards and his wife Caroline. The home remained in their family until 1946, when the Ideal Cement Company purchased it. 

In 1973, The Richards-DAR house was donated to the city of Mobile to be maintained as a historic museum. Visitors and staff have reported strange occurrences such as mysterious whispers in empty rooms and footsteps echoing through the halls.

• Location: 256 N Joachim St, Mobile, AL 36603
• Hours: Monday + Friday, 11AM-3:30PM, Saturday, 10AM-4PM, Sunday 1-4PM
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7. Bragg-Mitchell Mansion

Built in 1855 by Judge John Bragg, the Bragg-Mitchell Mansion holds a rich and eerie history.

Judge Bragg died in 1878, and the mansion has been in the hands of four other families since. In 1965, the home was donated to become a new science museum. Instead, local leaders focused on restoring the mansion back to its former beauty. 

The Bragg-Mitchell Mansion has been open to the public since 1987 and during that time, visitors have claimed to see the ghost of a woman staring out the window into the field out back. Come see it for yourself this spooky season.

• Location: 1906 Spring Hill Ave, Mobile, AL 36607
• Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10AM-4PM
• Website

For all you ghost hunters, history buffs or anyone just looking for a scary good time, you can explore Mobile through tours of remaining attractions that tell the stories of 300+ haunting years.

There’s more where that came from—prepare for your trip down south with these ways to explore, or check out Visit Mobile’s events calendar.

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