haunted NYC tour Litchfield Villa — New York City is full of ghastly places.

By Marnie Kunz
Runstreet founder, NYC running coach

NYC has its ghosts — and this October, we’re running with them. If you’ve ever wanted to take a haunted NYC tour, now’s your chance to do it Runstreet-style. In addition to housing skyscrapers and millions of people, New York City includes haunted brownstones, eerie mansions, and restless spirits hidden in plain sight. From Manhattan’s West Village to Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx, the city’s history is packed with ghost stories. This self-paced New York ghost tour will take you on a captivating journey through the twisted depths of the city’s turbulent past.

This October, join the Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour Challenge to get our free Runstreet Haunted Google Map with 20 spooky landmarks across all five boroughs. Then lace up, run to the sites, and tag @Runstreet + #RSHauntedNYC on Instagram. Whoever hits the most spots by the end of October wins a free Runstreet training plan + swag.👻

Whether you’re chasing PRs or poltergeists, this haunted NYC tour is your chance to explore the city’s creepiest history while getting your miles in.

Join the Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour - Here’s How

Here’s how to join the Runstreet Haunted NYC Challenge:

Sign up. Register through the form below to get the Runstreet Haunted NYC Google Map with all 20 haunted stops.☠️
Run (or walk) to spooky spots. Visit as many landmarks as you can between October 1 and Halloween - October 31.
Snap and tag.👉 Take a selfie at each stop and tag @Runstreet on Instagram + use #RSHauntedNYC in your posts to join the challenge.
Win prizes. The runner who visits the most haunted stops by Halloween will score a free Runstreet training plan + swag pack.🧟‍♀️

haunted NYC tour gowanus canal — The Gowanus Canal has more than pollution in its murky waters.

The Runstreet Haunted NYC Challenge is free to join! All paces are welcome, from walking to running. Runs are self-guided — choose your own route, add in your miles, and chase some ghosts along the way.

Haunted NYC Spots on the Tour

These are some of the spookiest, most iconic stops on the Runstreet Haunted NYC Challenge map. The map includes iconic haunted places in all NYC boroughs, from Staten Island to the Bronx, with the highest concentration of spots in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Here’s a sneak preview of what’s in store:

haunted NYC tour Washington Square Park — Washington Square Park. Photo by Marques Jackson Photography.

🕯️ Washington Square Park (Manhattan)

No ghost tour of New York would be complete without visiting Washington Square Park, one of NYC’s most haunted public spaces. The picturesque park was once a potter’s field where over 20,000 bodies were buried in mass graves. Runners have reported eerie chills and mysterious orbs near the arch at night.

🏚️ House of Death — 14 W 10th Street (Manhattan)

This quiet Greenwich Village townhouse has a dark reputation as one of the most haunted houses in NYC. It’s said to be haunted by 22 different ghosts, including the spirit of literary legend Mark Twain, making it one of the hottest haunted destinations in New York City.

🌉 Brooklyn Bridge (Brooklyn/Manhattan)

Beyond its postcard views, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the spookiest monuments in NYC. The iconic bridge carries many dark secrets, including ghost stories of workers who suffered horrific deaths during its construction. Some say their spirits still linger on the bridge’s wooden planks and under the stone arches.

🏠 455A Sackett Street — “Boy in the Wall” (Brooklyn)

Locals whisper about the ghost of a young boy whose remains were discovered inside a wall at this Gowanus brownstone. Neighbors say his restless spirit still lingers, and residents have reported strange noises coming from inside the walls, making this one of Brooklyn’s creepiest hidden haunts.

haunted nyc tour sackett street Brooklyn — 455A Sackett Street has had many strange occurences.

🏰 Litchfield Villa (Brooklyn)

This ornate Italianate mansion sits at the edge of Prospect Park, and legend has it that some of its wealthy residents never left. Footsteps and strange voices have been reported inside — perfect fuel for your haunted miles in the park.

⛪ Green-Wood Cemetery Gothic Archway (Brooklyn)

The dramatic Gothic Arch at Green-Wood Cemetery’s entrance is both beautiful and unsettling. With more than half a million burials inside the gates, including Civil War soldiers and infamous murder victims, the cemetery is a cornerstone of Brooklyn’s haunted lore.

🏛️ Morris-Jumel Mansion (Manhattan)

Built in 1765, this Washington Heights landmark is the oldest surviving house in Manhattan, and one of its most haunted. Visitors often make a residence claim, insisting that former resident Eliza Jumel still roams the halls — her ghost reportedly appears in a violet gown.

🏰 The Dakota (Manhattan)

Best known as the home of John Lennon, the Dakota is one tourist attraction that’s also infamous for ghost sightings. Residents and staff have described seeing a “friendly ghost boy” and other unexplained figures in its halls.

👉 These are just a handful of the 20 haunted landmarks on the full #RSHauntedNYC map. Sign up below to get the complete list and start your spooky miles!

Bonus Haunted NYC Locations

The Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour Map doesn’t stop at Manhattan and Brooklyn — it also includes spooky sites in Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. With 20 haunted landmarks across all five boroughs, you’ll uncover ghostly tales and hidden history in every corner of the city. Get to know the spooky side of New York with our Runstreet virtual tour.

👻 Sign up now to get the full haunted map with all 20 stops.

Why Join the Runstreet Haunted NYC Challenge?

haunted nyc tour runners in costume — Join us for a creepy fun time. Photo by Marques Jackson Photography.

If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate Halloween while getting your miles in, the Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour offers a spooky thrill as you journey through the Big Apple’s hidden history. Here’s why you don’t want to miss it:

A Fun Halloween Spin on Running
Trade the treadmill for ghost stories. This challenge brings a festive, spooky twist to your fall training routine in New York City.
Explore Hidden History + Haunted Tales
Discover eerie mansions, haunted brownstones, and legendary ghost sites across all five boroughs. You’ll discover places you might never stumble upon otherwise.
Stay Active + Connect with the Runstreet Community
Running is better together. Share your haunted runs, tag @Runstreet on Instagram in your posts, and see how many sites other challengers can conquer.
Free to Join, Open to All Paces
Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or just getting started with walking or running, this challenge is designed for everyone. Lace up, grab the map, and set your own pace.

👻 Ready to run with the ghosts of NYC? Sign up now to claim your free Haunted NYC Map and join the challenge!

Don’t Miss the Haunted NYC Tour Challenge 👻

Spots are already filling for this spooky adventure, and the challenge kicks off on October 1. Sign up today to get your free Haunted NYC Map with 20 ghostly landmarks across all five boroughs.

This is your chance to explore hidden New York history, connect with fellow runners, and add a haunting twist to your fall miles. Whether you hit 2 sites or all 20, you’ll be part of the Runstreet community, bringing NYC’s ghost stories to life.

👉 Sign up now to join the Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour!

Giveaway Details

The Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour isn’t just about ghost stories and miles — you can also win big!

Winner Prizes

One lucky runner will score a free Customized Runstreet Training Plan tailored to your goals, plus a Runstreet swag pack.

How to Enter

Sign up for the Haunted NYC Tour Challenge to receive your free haunted Google Map.
Run to the haunted spots and share your photos or videos on Instagram.
Tag @Runstreet and use #RSHauntedNYC so we can track your entries.

Challenge Dates

The challenge runs from October 1 through October 31, and the winner will be announced on November 1 on the @Runstreet Instagram.

👻 The more haunted spots you visit and share, the better your chances of being crowned the Runstreet Haunted NYC Champion!

Get Your Free Haunted NYC Map + Start the Tour

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Runstreet Haunted NYC Tour and enjoy spine-tingling stories on your next run. Sign up today to grab your free Haunted NYC Map with 20 eerie landmarks across all five boroughs, and get ready to run (or walk) with the ghosts of New York.

Share your haunted runs and tag @Runstreet on Instagram and use #RSHauntedNYC for a chance to win prizes, connect with the Runstreet community, and explore the city in a whole new way. 👻 Whether you’re chasing miles or chasing spirits, this haunted NYC tour is your ticket to a spooky, unforgettable adventure.

Sign up now, while you can!😈

Marnie Kunz is a NASM-certified personal trainer and USATF- and RRCA-certified running coach based in Brooklyn, NY. Marnie likes helping people get and stay active to enjoy a better quality of life. When she's not doing fitness things, Marnie enjoys exploring with her dog, a mischievous rescue Akita.

Haunted NYC Tour: 20 Spooky Places in All 5 Boroughs + Map