The 15 Most Popular Ghost Walking Tours in Canada

1.Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 816 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $17Our pick

Walk through downtown Victoria after dark with guides such as Fiona, Naomi, Chris, and Kristia, hearing ghost stories tied to the city’s historic landmarks. The one-hour route begins near the Inner Harbour and ends in Bastion Square, with frequent stops, an easy pace, and a small group capped at 18 people.

“We toured with Fiona and she was flawless! Funny, knowledgeable and wonderful comic timing. The stories and location she chose really stuck in my mind.”

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2.Old Montreal: Traditional Ghost Walk of the Haunted City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 746 reviews · 1h 30m · from $24

Follow a costumed storyteller through Old Montreal for 90 minutes of grim history, haunted places, and theatrical ghost tales. Guides such as Alice, Constance, Lily, and Marguerite keep the pace lively in English or French. Meet at Place Royale, arrive early, and expect spooky fun rather than full-on horror.

“I like he fact that the stories were based of factual history and I learned a lot about the old city. The guide was very knowledgeable, dramatic, And held the groups attention. One criticism would be that Some stories ( especially those about prostitutes) were not child appropriate so the age of 8 may be too young for this tour.”

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3.Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 726 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26

At 8 p.m., meet your costumed storyteller at Place Royale for a 90-minute walk through Old Montreal. Guides such as Madame Morphine, Constance, Alice, Franklin, and Beatrice mix local history, crimes, fires, hangings, witchcraft, and ghost lore. The route ends near Bonsecours Market, leaving your evening open for dinner or drinks.

“This tour combined history with fun storytelling. It gave a great sense of what life was like in the 17 and 1800s. It was raining pretty heavily but we soldiered on, as did our amazing guide, Frank. He was a talented storyteller and very engaging. We had a private tour since no one else wanted to brave the weather. I would highly recommend it!”

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4.Haunted Night Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 341 reviews · 1h 15m · from $23

Meet a cloaked storyteller at 46 1/2 Sparks Street for a 75-minute evening walk through downtown Ottawa. Guides such as Monica, Jack, Clare, and Nart bring ghost stories, grisly history, and local mysteries to life around Grant House, Château Laurier, and a haunted high school. The walk runs rain or shine in English or French.

“Our guide Monica was excellent. Wonderful knowledgeable and charismatic story teller.”

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5.Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 284 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Follow an English-speaking guide from 46 Sparks Street through downtown Ottawa for 75 minutes of ghost stories and local history. Hear about Château Laurier and the Titanic, the haunted Rideau Canal, Bytown Museum, and Lisgar Collegiate Institute. Guides such as Monica, Margo, Nart, and Laura bring a personal storytelling style to this small-group evening walk.

“Guide Jack was super smart informed and very professional. The tour was well researched and he even did a story as a dedication to an Algonquin woman.”

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6.Dark History Nighttime Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 273 reviews · 1h 15m · from $20

Choose a 75-minute Toronto ghost walk through the financial district, old town, University of Toronto, or Distillery District. A cloaked English-speaking guide such as Cass, Dev, Jeff, or Cole leads you through outdoor tales of ghosts, hangings, wartime accidents, and local mysteries. Expect history first, scares second, and weather-ready walking.

“It started raining halfway through the tour, but the guide made an effort to find a dey place where she could still tell the stories, and she did a great job!”

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7.Ghost Tour of Toronto Original Haunted Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Walk through central Toronto with a professional storyteller and hear ghost tales tied to the city’s oldest buildings. The route begins at 10 Front Street West and ends at Mackenzie House near Dundas Subway Station, passing the former Lake Ontario shoreline, St. Lawrence Market, and a Gothic Revival cathedral. The group is limited to 12 people.

“Amazing. Thanks to Dev for the great experience. Very knowledgeable. We would highly recommend this ghost tour to others.”

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8.Haunted Night Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 144 reviews · 1h 15m · from $23

Follow a cloaked English-speaking guide from Ontario Street through downtown Kingston and old Sydenham Ward. Hear stories of haunted hotels, hidden burial grounds, grave robbings, and courthouse hangings. Guides such as Alison, Liam, Rachel, Maya, and Rebecca are known for clear storytelling and careful pacing. The tour runs outdoors in all weather.

“Very interesting. Love the scenery! Amazing stories! Guide was courteous and watched out for everyone's safety. Need more info on the different places though.”

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9.Banff Ghost Walks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · from $30

Start at Good Earth Coffeehouse on Banff Avenue at 7 p.m. for a 1-hour-40-minute outdoor walk through Banff’s historic center. Guides such as Sam, Jack, Mike, and Harriet mix ghost stories with local history, old photographs, hotel legends, and unsolved crimes. The walk is easy, but cool weather, rain, mosquitoes, and an 8-year minimum age matter.

“Girls weekend! Eight of us on a Friday night ghost walk with Mike. Excellent guide, great history info, a few soine tinglers and one ‘skunk’ down by the river! Five stars! Thanks for a great evening!”

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10.Orignal Haunted Walk of Kingston 75-Minute Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 113 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Join a professional storyteller in downtown Kingston for a 75-minute evening walk from 200 Ontario Street. You’ll hear ghost tales linked to City Hall, the old market, Hochelaga Inn, Chalmers United Church, and St. George’s Cathedral. Guides such as Rebecca, Tamara, Allison, and Arianne bring different levels of drama and humor to the route.

“Allison was really good and we enjoyed all the interesting stories!! Definitely recommend when in you're in Kingston.”

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11.Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour in Montréal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Walk through Montreal’s Griffintown with Haunted Montreal guide Jason, Cara, Donovan, or another member of the team. Over about 90 minutes, you’ll hear ghost stories tied to different parts of the district while learning about its lesser-known past. The tour is in English, capped at 35 people, and ends on Rue William.

“Fantastic fun with lots of history! Whether you enjoy ghost stories or not, this was a great tour of Griffontown and a bunch of historical info thrown in. :)”

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12.Banff: Paranormal History Walking Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 46 reviews · 1h 45m · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Banff Good Earth Coffeehouse patio for a 105-minute evening walk through Banff’s haunted past. Expect historic streets, haunted hotels, unsolved mysteries, ghost-town stories, and striking night views. Guides have included Jack, Jen, Mike, Max, Lisa, and Sam. Wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes.

“Mike was great! really informative and with a great sense of humour! we had a thoroughly good night and highly recommend everyone who believes or not to book a ghost tour!!”

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13.Haunted Old Montreal Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 39 reviews · 1h 30m · from $24

Walk Old Montreal with a professional actor and storyteller as you hear eerie tales tied to Place d’Armes, the old courthouse, Champs-de-Mars, and Chateau Ramezay. The 90-minute tour covers Marie-Joseph Angélique, prison cells, executions, fires, and reported hauntings. It runs in English or French, outdoors, rain or shine, with no jumpscares.

“Great your! I credible guide. Love the history of Montreal Infused with some haunting”

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14.Canmore Ghost Walks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.) · from $31

Join an interpretive guide such as Courtney or Max for a 1-hour-40-minute evening walk through downtown Canmore. Hear ghost stories, local history, folklore, and unsolved mysteries at key outdoor stops. Groups are limited to 10, with the tour beginning at Canary Coffee at 7:00 pm.

“The stories were all great, I felt it gave me a greater appreciation of the town with a spooky edge.”

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15.Haunted Walk Experience at the Mackenzie King Estate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Meet your cloaked, lantern-carrying guide at Mackenzie King Estate in Gatineau Park for a 75-minute evening walk through the grounds. Hear spooky stories tied to former Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King and the property. The English tour costs $25.36, includes parking, and welcomes up to 15 people.

“Our guide Jessie was excellent! We had such a fun night. It was great to rediscover the MacKenzie King Estate in a night setting. Very spooky stories. Well organized, easy walk, beautiful place. Thanks again!”

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