St. Augustine has been named Florida’s standout Halloween town by HGTV, which included the historic city among America’s best places for the season.

The recognition points to St. Augustine’s haunted history, ghost tours and centuries-old landmarks. Those elements give Halloween visitors ways to explore the city’s historic setting through spooky-themed experiences.

For travelers planning an October visit, the distinction centers on the city’s long-established history and the ghost-tour offerings connected to it, rather than a single new Halloween attraction.