Stories of witchcraft and revenge, of ghosts and disturbing presences, of pirates and vampires await you here, in the mysterious and hidden part of Ireland that no one has ever told you about.

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Much more than a travel trend, bespoke ghost tourism is an incredible and extraordinary adventure that leaves you breathless, in every sense, and which is intended only for the most fearless and courageous travellers seeking unique Ireland trips.

This trend, rapidly spreading throughout the world, is an invitation to discover houses, buildings, neighborhoods, and cities whose legends testify to the existence of ghosts and disturbing presences. While some keep a safe distance, others are willing to cross the globe for a thrilling, boutique travel experience. Yet, there is no need to stray far from popular European destinations; there is an island, known for its incredible charm, which hides a mysterious and disturbing side perfect for an exclusive European getaway.

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Trip to Ireland: who’s afraid of ghosts?

There is always a good reason to organize a trip to Ireland. The Emerald Isle, so called for that landscape heritage characterized by a thousand shades of green, is a concentration of wonders that pass through history, culture, art, and nature.

Travellers from all over the world come here to experience the great beauty of one of the most fascinating countries in Europe. Few people know, however, that in the shadow of the most iconic stops on your luxury Ireland tour, ghosts and disturbing creatures linked to supernatural stories hide. If all this doesn’t scare you, then take a pen and paper and note down the unmissable addresses for a thrilling addition to your custom Ireland itinerary.

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Ghostly experiences in Ireland: the addresses to reach
If the idea of wandering around a historic fortress in the company of a ghost doesn’t scare you and, on the contrary, excites you, then Ireland is the right destination. Even better if you do it on Halloween, when the atmosphere becomes even more spooky.

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Among the unmissable addresses on this exclusive Irish castle tour, we cannot fail to mention the fascinating Ballygally Castle. Located on the Causeway Coast in Northern Ireland, it is known for its scenic beauty, but also for a disturbing presence that has populated it for centuries: Lady Isobel Shaw. After being segregated by her husband in the building because she had not given birth to a male heir, she threw herself into the void from the top of the tower. Today the castle has become a hotel, and several guests on their Emerald Isle vacation swear they have seen or felt the presence of the Irish lady.

We now move to Kilkenny, a delightful medieval city located in the province of Leinster that has always attracted lovers of horror tourism. Its fame is connected to Alice Kyteler, a woman accused of witchcraft who managed to escape the stake, but left her maid to die. The inhabitants of Kilkenny are certain that Alice, or rather her ghost, still lives in the city. She has been spotted at Kyteler’s Inn, founded by the lady herself in the 14th century, and inside St. Canice’s Cathedral—a thrilling detour for those on personalized European getaways.

Reaching the Wild Atlantic Way, one of the most suggestive and wild routes often included in our bespoke travel experiences, it is possible to hear the voices of the Irish pirate Grace O’Malley’s prisoners who still ask for help in the dungeons of Westport House, County Mayo.

If you are a vampire lover, however, you absolutely cannot miss a visit to the evocative Dublin Castle. No ghosts have been spotted here, but it is worth remembering that the rooms of the fortress saw the birth of one of the greatest masterpieces of terror ever: Bram Stoker’s Dracula. To celebrate the master of Gothic horror, every year the city organizes the Bram Stoker Festival during Halloween.

And what better occasion than the scariest night of the year to discover all the spooky places in Ireland? Let aliveXperiences curate your perfect, spine-tingling adventure.