Picture Christmas markets glowing at dusk, centuries-old castles, cozy pubs with crackling fireplaces, scenic train rides through rolling green countryside, and beautifully decorated hotels that feel like something out of a holiday movie. Fall and winter have a way of making these destinations even more magical.

If you love a good ghost story or just enjoy that delicious shiver of history meeting the supernatural, Edinburgh is your perfect destination. Between its medieval closes, echoing vaults, and centuries of dark tales, the city is practically built on haunted ground. I recently returned from a trip to Scotland, and here are the five spine-tingling spots from its capital city, Edinburgh, that left the biggest impression on me.