Haunted Houses for Teens in Boston

1. Gallows Hill Presents: After Hours Ghost Hunt 

Salem​

For teens obsessed with ghost-hunting TV shows, this the the chance to use real paranormal investigation equipment and collect evidence in haunted Salem.

2. The Terror of Abbadia Mare Tour 

Hammond Castle, Gloucester

Visit this unique and surreal haunted attraction, just a few minutes north of the Haunted Happenings of Salem. The museum shuts down each year to prepare for its annual "Halls of Darkness" event. The evening tour through this real castle features candlelit hallways and plenty of spooky scenes. 

3. Spooky World presents Nightmare New England

Litchfield, New Hampshire

The largest haunt in all of New England is definitely not for the skittish! The original Horror Theme Park has been entertaining Boston teens and adults since 1991, with haunted houses, terrifying characters, and one of the best haunted hayrides in New England. Spooky World has 80 acres of scary fun located just 45 minutes north of Boston.

4. Witch's Woods

Nashoba Valley, Westford

Every Fall, Nashoba Valley Ski Area transforms into one of the best haunts near Boston. Attractions include a haunted hayride and four haunted houses, as well as an amazing jack-o'-lantern display. Witch's Woods is perfect for teens looking for Halloween thrills, and it's only 40 minutes northwest of Boston.

5. Chambers of Terror

Salem

Each October, visiting Salem with kids is a New England tradition. For families with adventuresome teens, there are some serious haunted houses to explore. Chambers of Terror is one of Salem's top attractions and a must-visit for a good Halloween scare! 

Just-Spooky-Enough Halloween Activities for Boston Kids

 
Kids can tour the house or do a haunted trail walk at Alden House. Photo courtesy of Alden House

6. Haunted House at Alden House

Alden House, Duxbury

Families with kids of all ages will enjoy this night of spooky fun at Mayflower passenger John Alden’s former home. Children can take tours of the house or the haunted trail walk, and get their faces painted. Costumes encouraged.

7. Tales of the Night at Drumlin Farm 

Lincoln

Kids can explore candlelit paths and visit with the nocturnal wildlife. Older kids will love grabbing a treat from the spook shack before hopping aboard the haunted hayride through Boyce Field.

8. Frightful Fridays at Gore Place 

Gore Place, Waltham

What could be spookier than ghost stories in a grand, 1806 mansion? Take your kids to Gore Place for an evening of scary tales set in the elegant and stately home. This hour-long event provides a unique and entertaining opportunity to see Gore Place at night.

9. Into the Woods Halloween Happenings with the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary 

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield

The weekend before Halloween, the Ipswich Riverbanks will transform into a magical forest when the sun goes down. Glowing luminaries and carved jack o' lanterns will light the way on this guided walking tour to learn about creatures of the night. 

10. Halloween Haunted Trail 

Maudslay State Park, Newburyport

Theater in the Open’s annual haunting of Maudslay is for one weekend only, so mark your calendar. Join a cast of all ages for a one-hour walk through eerie vignettes, spooky sketches, and haunting scenes, all in the autumn grandeur of Maudslay State Park. You'll discover parts of the park you never knew existed. 

Haunted Houses and Halloween Fun at Boston Amusement Parks

11. Fright Fest at Six Flags New England

Agawam

New England's largest theme park goes all-in for Halloween fun at Fright Fest. Six Flags New England adds spooky characters and haunted houses to the already thrilling rides and attractions. While the haunted houses might suit teens and some tweens, there's also Kids Boo Fest for families with smaller children.

12. Screeemfest at Canobie Lake Park

Salem, New Hampshire

There's another Salem near Boston, where families can enjoy extra-spooky thrills at Canobie Lake Park's Screeemfest. Haunted Houses and ghoulish touches turn this beloved amusement park into an all-out haunt, with attractions for all ages.