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Explore the eerie side of Halifax on a captivating 90-minute walking tour that unveils the city’s ghostly legends and haunting history. As dusk descends, an expert local storyteller guides you through the streets, sharing chilling tales from the Titanic's morgue to a mysterious face in a church window. Visit historic sites like a 270-year-old cemetery and hear of the spirits said to linger in the shadows. This small-group tour offers an authentic experience steeped in local folklore and documented events, perfect for history buffs and thrill-seekers alike.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the Grand Parade by the arch. They will be wearing a white polo shirt.
End your tour by the harbour front at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Itinerary
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1St. Paul's Anglican Church
Built in 1750, St. Paul's is the oldest Anglican church in Canada and is famous for the mysterious silhouette said to have been burned into one of its windows by the force of the 1917 Halifax Explosion. It remains one of Halifax's most enduring ghost stories.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The historic civic heart of Halifax since the 1700s, Grand Parade has hosted military ceremonies, public gatherings, and celebrations for over two centuries. Today it serves as the city's central square and the starting point for your haunted journey.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Located in one of Halifax's oldest stone buildings, The Press Gang is steeped in colonial history and maritime legends. Stories of ghostly encounters and unexplained activity have made it a favourite stop on the city's haunted tours.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Atlantic Canada's largest professional theatre is said to have a few performers who never left the stage. Actors and staff have reported mysterious footsteps, moving props, cold spots, and the lingering presence of former performers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Established in 1749, this historic cemetery contains more than 12,000 burials marked by only around 1,300 gravestones. The final resting place of soldiers, sailors, and prominent citizens, it is widely regarded as one of Halifax's most haunted locations.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Alexander Keith's Brewery
Founded in 1820, this iconic brewery is one of Halifax's oldest landmarks. Beyond its brewing history, tales of former workers and mysterious sightings have earned it a reputation as one of the city's more quietly haunted buildings.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (Pass by)
Overlooking Halifax Harbour, Canada's oldest and largest maritime museum tells the stories of the Titanic, the Halifax Explosion, and countless Atlantic shipwrecks. The waterfront provides a fitting conclusion to a tour shaped by the city's rich—and often tragic—maritime past.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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