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The Greater Syracuse Area
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mmerse yourself in the heart of the state with the Greater Syracuse Area,
a chilling centerpiece along our terrifying Trail. Check into your downtown hotel and
embark on a journey to uncover the eerie secrets of the city—explore a haunted theatre,
delve into the mysteries of an abandoned quarry, unravel the untold history of the
Erie Canal, and venture into an offbeat Irish Pub. With each step, you'll
encounter spine-tingling tales and unexpected thrills, revealing the
hidden depths of Syracuse's haunting allure.
Start your getaway with a stay at this haunted inn and meal at a haunted pub:
The Glen Haven Hotel 51 Wayside Irish Pub 50
Homer, NY / 607-299-4526 Elbridge, NY / 315-689-0040
The 4-story building housing The Glen Haven The Munro House, built in the
Hotel has had a checkered past. In the early 1800s, has a history of ghostly
1900s it opened as a tearoom, soon transitioning activity since the 1960s. Sightings
to a speakeasy, a guest house, and finally a include "Sara," a transparent woman
tavern. The current hotel seems to be a true believed to have perished on the
“haven” for both the living and the dead — third floor, and "Harry," a friendly
spirits lost in a fire of the original building ghost causing poltergeist-like events.
and on the nearby lake. The sounds of running Other spirits, like the Inn's owner
children are often heard from empty rooms Squire Munro, and an unknown
and occasionally a scream from the basement is traveler, are said to linger. Visitors
heard late at night. The jukebox plays strangely report feeling touches, pokes, and
specific songs and visitors have felt hands on cold spots, seeing glasses fly off the
their shoulders, people sitting on them, and bar and pictures drop off the walls.
more. Can you survive the strange occurrences Dine in and ask the staff to share
that only take place at night? their tales.
Visit these nearby locations for a guided
tour or seek out the spirits on a ghost hunt:
The 1890 House Museum 49
Cortland, NY / 607-756-7551
Explore Cortland's historic past at the 1890 House Museum.
With a rich history of reported ghostly encounters, visitors and
staff have witnessed unexplained phenomena such as footsteps,
moving shadows, and doors opening and closing on their
own—believed to be linked to the spirits of historical figures
who once inhabited Cortland's Castle. Interested in a ghostly
encounter? Contact the Museum or join haunted programming
throughout the year for a spine-chilling experience.
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