Up for a spooky stroll? Here are the 12 best ghost tours in Canada

Whether you’re a history buff or a budding ghost hunter, Canada is filled with spooky sites to discover from coast to coast.

If you’re on the hunt for a quick scare this Halloween, check out these ghost tours and haunted walks across the country.

Whether you’re a history buff or a budding ghost hunter, Canada is filled with spooky sites to discover from coast to coast. Looking for a way to add some frights to your fall or can’t resist a scary story? Here are the 12 best ghost tours and walks across Canada — plus a bonus road trip option if you’re in southern Ontario.

This award-winning tour of Canada’s oldest city takes you to scary spots like Victoria Street, the “most haunted” street in St. John’s. You’ll also get to check out buildings and cemeteries while your tour guide shares tales of public hangings, duels, murdered soldiers and more. St. John’s Haunted Hike also has a popular paranormal investigation series at the LPSU Hall that is sold out for the season.

Niagara-on-the-Lake has a bloody past that includes the War of 1812, and tours through this area have some of the most-reported alleged sightings of paranormal activity. Niagara-on-the-Lake Ghost Walks include stops at the Olde Angel Inn, the Courthouse, the Royal George Theatre and the Prince of Wales Hotel. If you plan far enough ahead, you can also book a tour of Fort George, a site that’s as famous for its ghosts as it is for its place in Canadian history.

With such a rich history it’s no surprise that Victoria, British Columbia has hundreds of ghostly encounters to explore on this tour, from true crime to tragic accidents. Get ready for a scare, as Victoria is touted as the “most haunted” city in the Pacific Northwest. Ghostly Walks will take you to spots like the Supreme Court building, and will share stories of the public executions that took place at the jail that once stood there.

Beneath the ski resorts and quaint mountain town charm lies Banff’s dark, hidden history, explored in the Banff Ghost Walk. Stroll through the historic streets and learn about the haunted landmarks, unsolved local mysteries and alleged paranormal encounters at some of its hotels. The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, one of the “most haunted” buildings in Canada, is located here. It’s the alleged home of the ghost Sam, a bellman who passed away in the 1970s but still reportedly wanders the halls offering a helping hand to its guests.

Halifax’s history includes a harbour explosion, pirates and ties to the Titanic, so it’s no surprise that the oldest ghost tour in North America, The Halifax Ghost Walk, is one to add to your list. Beginning at the Old Town Clock on Citadel Hill, you’ll walk through the streets of Old Halifax to spots like the Historic Properties and the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic while learning about hauntings, buried treasure and more.

By day, Old Montreal is a charming slice of history with its restaurants, cafes and churches. When the sun sets, experience the city’s dark and sordid past with Montreal Ghosts. As you walk through cobblestone streets and alleys, you’ll not only hear the chilling tales of witchcraft, unexplained phenomena and crime in 17th century New France, but you’ll also see them brought to life by professional actors.