1. The most famous residence in San Jose, it is considered one of the world's strangest houses. It was under 24 hour a day construction for thirty eight years. It has 160 rooms and 47 fireplaces. Barnsdall House Winchester House Hollyhock House Eames House

2. Standing on a lonely island in San Francisco bay, this former federal penitentiary now imprisons only the tortured souls of its former inmates. Alcatraz Sing Sing Folsom Fort Leavenworth

3. The spirits of Lon Chaney and Bela Lugosi have been spotted numerous times at this famous location. Graumann's Chinese Theater Hollywood and Vine The Brown Derby Restaurant The Hollywood Bowl

4. Another notable Hollywood haunt, no pun intended, is this hotel where the ghosts of former guests Marilyn Monroe and Montgomery Clift refuse to checkout. The first Academy Awards ceremony also took place here. The Beverly Hilton The Hollywood Roosevelt The Biltmore The Bonaventure

5. Abbot Kinney, an entrepreneur from the early twentieth century, was responsible for the development of this city, famous for its boardwalk and canals. Some say the spirit of Kinney can be still be seen inspecting his town. Hermosa Beach Santa Monica Venice San Marino

6. This Hollywood establishment was once known as Ciro's, a nightclub frequented by members of the Mob. Today it is host to many aspiring entertainers, who play to an appreciative audience, living and dead. The Comedy and Magic Club The Comedy Store The Whisky A GoGo The Viper Room

7. This famous ship, now permanently docked in Long Beach, is one of the most haunted spots in America. Some of the more active areas are the first class swimming pool, the engine room and the first class suites. The Mauretania The Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mary The Majestic

8. This theme park in Anaheim bills itself as the "Happiest Place on Earth." Yet the Haunted Mansion attraction isn't the only place one can spot the spirits of the undead. Knott's Berry Farm Disneyland Six Flags Magic Mountain Legoland

9. The Chateau Marmont is a posh, secluded hotel on the Sunset Strip in Hollywood. It is known as a hangout for the rich and famous,including this gifted comedian, who died here in 1982. Chris Farley Sam Kinison John Candy John Belushi

10. This mission is known for more than just its swallows who return there every spring. It is also famous for its ghosts. If you're there at the right time you can encounter the spirit of a young woman who died there during an earthquake in 1812, or a monk who is seen walking about attending to his duties. San Juan Capistrano San Luis Rey San Fernando San Diego de Alcala