Most Haunted Places in Ireland
Castles, abbeys, and Dublin landmarks account for most of Ireland's 18 catalogued haunts. Castle Leslie leads the country's EHP rankings, followed by Glasnevin Cemetery and the Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin, while reader comments single out Knocktopher Abbey and the Belvedere Hotel. Historic buildings make up the bulk of the list, with a handful of hotels and inns rounding it out.
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EHP Rating: 80.0
Castle Leslie
Monaghan, Monaghan
Norman Leslie, who died during World War I, is seen in the Red Room. The basement is said to house a man with a scary expression on his face and Lady Constance, a former resident, can be found in the Mauve bedroom. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 77.8
Glasnevin Cemetery
Dublin, Dublin
A dog is reported at the grave of John McNeill Boyd; it is said that this dog was the Boyd's faithful companion who starved to death alongside Boyd's grave. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 71.4
Knocktopher Abbey
Knocktopher, Kilkenny
Guests here pick up many light anomalies on camera. The place gives an overall creepy feeling and some people even report night terrors if they decide to sleep over. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Ducketts Grove
Carlow, Carlow
The family that occupied these remains were said to have been cursed by a woman whose daughter had an affair with one of the relatives. The daughter, who died in a horse riding accident, is said to lurk here as a banshee. Her voice can be picked up on recording …
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EHP Rating: 66.7
Shelbourne Hotel
Dublin, Dublin
A little girl likes to turn on faucets and move objects. One medium says that she's the ghost of Mary Masters, a child who became ill and died here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 61.5
The Belvedere Hotel
Dublin, Dublin
The original owner's mother, Mary, is said to haunt here. It is said that she died somewhere inside. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 57.1
Ardgillan Castle
Fingal, Dublin
A woman is said to appear on the bridge every Halloween. She is believed to have disappeared while swimming that day. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 57.1
Montpelier Hill
South Dublin, Dublin
Many occult practices happened here in the past. The most famous ghost here is that of a black cat seen at the Steward's House; it was supposedly sacrificed for a Satanic ritual. Women dressed as nuns and shadows are also seen here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 55.6
Kilmainham Gaol
Dublin, Dublin
Men, women, and children were all locked away here. Petty theft could get you locked away, and executions were common. Before it was closed, some inmate managed to escape. How? Unknown forces would literally open their cell doors! The prison was forced to shut down because of how haunted it …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Charles Fort
Cork, Cork
A heartbroken lover is seen here. She is referred to as "The White Lady" because of the white gown she is seen in. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Charleville Castle
Offaly, Offaly
A child named Harriet fell from the staircase and died. She is heard laughing and screaming, appears in photographs, and is seen playing with another child. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Leap Castle
Offaly, Offaly
Many lost souls of prisoners are said to still be here. Some of the most famous ones include "It", an entity with a decaying face accompanied by the smell of sulfur or rotting flesh, numerous shadows near the Priest's House, "The Red Lady" who is seen carrying a dagger, two …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Loftus Hall
Wexford, Wexford
The ghost of Anne Tottenham is seen here and her full body apparition has been caught on photograph. An elderly woman's image has also been caught on photograph. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 50.0
Malahide Castle
Malahide, Dublin
The ghost of a jester, named Puck, had a short-lived love affair with a woman responsible for provoking rebellion. Since his murder, Puck has been seen in his full outfit, sometimes appearing in photos. The son of Lord Galtrim died when a battle broke out on his wedding day; his …
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EHP Rating: 50.0
St. Michan's Church
Dublin, Dublin
The vaults below this church contained mummified bodies and human remains. Voices can be heard whispering down there, as well as reports of being grabbed by invisible hands. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 40.0
Kinnitty Castle
Offaly, Offaly
A monk is said to be very active with the staff and visitors, sometimes even being mistaken for a living person. Most of the activity here occurs in the Geraldine and Elizabeth rooms; objects shake and rattle. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 33.3
Ross Castle
Kerry, Kerry
The tower is said to be where the ghost of Sabrina, a woman who died from a broken heart, can be found. Her father, known as the Black Baron for his temper, is also said to be here. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
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EHP Rating: 20.0
Renvyle House Hotel
Galway, Galway
Before it burnt to the ground, servants reported feeling like something menacing was always watching them. One haunted room involved a boy who was said to have committed suicide. After the fire, a man is sometimes seen in the mirror. (Submitted by Chris Berglund)
