OUR FAVORITE HAUNTS
We own a haunted house, so yes — we’re biased. But we also love this industry. Chicago, northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin have a lot of great haunted attractions. Here are some of the ones we think are worth knowing about.
HAUNTS NEAR REALM OF TERROR.
If you’re looking at haunted attractions around Realm of Terror, these are some of the other major names you’re likely to run into across Lake County, Chicagoland and southern Wisconsin.
Realm of Terror
Live actors, cinematic environments, virtual waiting and a full Halloween midway. Compare admission for your date, find directions and check arrival information.
Plan your visit to Realm → Gurnee · about 11 miles from RealmSix Flags Fright Fest
Rides, scare zones, shows and haunted attractions inside a full theme-park Halloween event.
See the practical comparison → Zion · about 24 miles from RealmDungeon of Doom
A haunted attraction in Zion with a longer, multi-section walkthrough.
See the practical comparison → Schiller Park · about 36 miles from Realm13th Floor Chicago
A large haunted attraction in Schiller Park, part of the 13th Floor brand.
See the practical comparison → West Chicago · about 39 miles from RealmSonny Acres
A full fall destination with rides, farm activities, food, a haunted hayride and a haunted barn.
Compare the Halloween experience → West Chicago · about 40 miles from Realm5 Points Haunted House
A newer independent haunt inside a 100+ year old barn with a 15,000-square-foot 2026 attraction.
See the practical comparison → Downers Grove · about 43 miles from RealmDisturbia
An elaborate indoor haunted attraction serving the western suburbs.
See the practical comparison → Mount Pleasant, WI · about 44 miles from RealmAbandoned
A multi-haunt complex serving the Kenosha/Racine and southern Wisconsin market.
See the practical comparison → Montgomery · about 48 miles from RealmMassacre Haunted House
A major active Illinois haunt with a large indoor footprint and a new 2026 Asylum expansion.
See the practical comparison → Aurora · about 49 miles from RealmBasement of the Dead
An established suburban Chicago haunt with a reputation for an aggressive, actor-driven experience.
See the practical comparison → Lockport · about 53 miles from RealmHellsGate
A highly ranked destination haunt with a distinctive arrival experience and capped attendance.
See the practical comparison → Oak Lawn · about 55 miles from RealmMidnight Terror
A haunted attraction in Oak Lawn, southwest of Chicago.
See the practical comparison →REALM OF TERROR REVIEWS.
Realm of Terror ranked #3 on Haunted House Chicago's 2025 Top 13 and #1 on HauntedIllinois.com's 2025 Illinois list. The awards page links to the original rankings.
See the independent rankingsCHICAGO HAUNTED HOUSE GUIDE.
Browse the regional guide for more locations and event formats.