Looking to celebrate the spooky season somewhere different this October? We've got you covered with some of the spookiest city breaks around! From ghostly tales to spine-chilling haunted tours, these destinations are a real scream. Get ready for a Halloween adventure like no other...

Prague

Prague is the Gothic fairytale centre of Europe, so it’ll come as no surprise that it exudes a mysterious allure. Looking for spooky spots? You’ll find plenty among its stunning architecture, macabre corners and winding lanes. Add the Old Jewish Cemetery, the Torture Museum, Sedlec Ossuary and the Charles Bridge to your must-visit list.

Don’t miss: Walking ghost tour

As dusk draws in, Prague’s spook-tacular walking tour begins. You’ll weave through the web of medieval backstreets on a journey through the city’s dark history, exploring ancient architecture and listening to ghoulish ghost stories.

Venice

In a city known for its winding canals and romantic restaurants, Venice is increasingly embracing this spooky season and tapping into its haunted past. Legend has it that the Dario Palace is one of the most haunted houses in the world, with over ten fateful events taking place there! For something more light-hearted and fun, why not hit up one of the masquerade balls?

Don’t miss: Treasure hunt escape ‘The cursed palace’

Cobbled streets meet spooky treats on this spine-tingling adult treasure hunt. Get ready to discover obscure monuments, solve riddles and delve into mysteries. And the best bit? The end-of-the-game aperitif!

Barcelona

The Catalan capital really knows how to do Halloween, with spook-tacular parties for the grown-ups and fancy dress and face-painting fun for the kids. Why not step into the shadows of the city’s Ghosts and Legends tour? Its ghostly stories will send shivers down your spine.

Don’t miss: Poble Espanyol

Over at Poble Espanyol, little monsters are always welcome. It’s all about family-friendly frights here, with workshops, activities, spooky decorations and even a circus.

Paris

Paris at Halloween is a real delight! The city's gothic vibe comes alive with haunted tours, eerie street decorations and creepy catacomb visits. Wander through ghostly Montmartre, explore haunted mansions or grab your costume and hit the nightclubs in traditional Parisian party style.

Don’t miss: Devilish fun at Paris Disney®Halloween Festival

Got the kids in tow? It’s all thrills, chills and spills at Paris Disney®this spooky season! Think dead-fun decorations, mischief-making character parades and hair-raising rides. It’s bound to make all ages tremble!

Budapest

Budapest? More like Boo-dapest! Get ready for a hair-raising Halloween in the Hungarian capital, with fun-packed pumpkin carving workshops, guided ghost tours and fancy-dress parties. Spine-chilling spots more your thing? The winding Buda Labyrinth is full of eerie delights.

Don’t miss: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour

Gothic-adorned narrator? Tick! One dimly lit Castle District? Yep. A group full of fellow scare-seekers? You bet. Stroll beneath the stars and experience tales of battles, vampires and Hungarian folklore on this nighttime adventure.

Rome

Although Halloween isn’t a traditional Roman celebration, it’s become increasingly popular, with night clubs all decked out in spooky decorations and tourists and locals alike donning some form of ghostly attire. It’ll come as no surprise that Rome has its fair share of haunting history, and luckily all the must-see sights like the Colosseum and the Pantheon are still open throughout this time. After somewhere extra spooky? Visit the peculiar Museum of the Souls of Purgatory.

Don’t miss: Capuchin Crypt

If you’re looking to set the scene for a spooky weekend in Rome, look no further than the Capuchin Church of St. Maria della Concezione on Rome's Via Veneto.

Fangs for stopping by!