The most blessed time of all has finally arrived: Halloween. (And yes, Halloween is a monthlong affair.)
And yes, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate the vampires, zombies and werewolves of lore. But for history fans, the Bay Area also has no shortage of real-life storied spots with haunting backstories — or places that just make for a downright spooky visit at this time of year.
From haunted manors and ghostly ships to castles, lighthouses and more, read on to see what historical sites are hosting Halloween tours, events and experiences this month around the Bay Area. (And if you want those jumpscares too at a more immersive horror experience, we’ve got a guide to those coming soon too.)
The USS Hornet Museum
All aboard this giant warship, now a floating museum in Alameda. The USS Hornet Museum has a range of year-round exhibits, including one about its time as an aircraft carrier during World War II…