Illustration of a town street at twilight with glowing windows, pumpkins, floating ghosts and a witch on a broom by the moon (The Halifax Ghost Walk)

The Halifax Ghost Walk

Guests embark on a 100-minute guided walking tour through historic city streets, starting at Citadel Hill and concluding on the waterfront by the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. The tour features tales of ghosts, spirits, forerunners, devils, and hangings drawn from Nova Scotia folklore. Each story is accompanied by local history to provide historical context to the hauntings.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

$30 regular adult price; $20 for youth/students/seniors (65+); $15 for ages 5–12. Tax included.

Hours

8:30pm every night; additional 6pm tours on September 26, September 30, October 6, October 10, October 17, and October 20; 6pm may be added during peak times; some tours start at 6pm or 7:30pm.

Going?

Location

Old Town Clock on Citadel Hill · Halifax, NS Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (4/5)

Best For

Ghost-story and history enthusiasts

Vibe

Spooky, theatrical and humorous

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book directly by emailing dustyshalifaxghostwalk@gmail.com, as reservations are required and third-party booking sites are not used.
  • Check ahead for tour times, as most tours begin at 8:30pm but select evenings feature additional 6:00pm or 7:30pm departures.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Additional 6:00pm public departures are listed for October 6, 10, 17 and 20, alongside the regular 8:30pm tours.
  • Bilingual English and French tours are available for private groups of 10 or more, depending on guide availability.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the walking tour?

The tour takes approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Where does the tour begin and end?

Most tours depart from the Old Town Clock on Citadel Hill and finish on the waterfront by The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.

Are private group tours available?

Yes, private tours and school groups of 7 or more (or 8 or more) people are offered year-round depending on weather conditions and guide availability, with bilingual English and French tours available for groups of 10 or more.

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