After Thanksgiving festivities have come and gone, it’s time to get spooky for the rest of the October leading up to Halloween.
Get ready to embrace the supernatural as we unveil the seven most popular haunted tours and eerie attractions around Ontario.
Whether you're a thrill-seeker, a history buff, or just looking for a frightfully good time, these spooky experiences are sure to get your heart racing—and maybe your legs, too! From haunted mazes to ghost tours, these attractions promise a spooktacular October.
Join us on the original Haunted Walk of Toronto Ghost Tour for an eerie peek through the city's past. Suitable for ages 12 and up, this guided adventure explores Toronto's most haunted locations, such as Toronto Haunted Harbour and the Distillery District, sharing tales of the supernatural still rumoured to be among us. Did you know that the infamous Mackenzie House is said to be haunted by its namesake, William Lyon Mackenzie?
Dive into the dark and haunted history of Ottawa with the Haunted Ottawa Jail Tour. This tour delves into the unsettling stories of the former Carleton County Gaol. Fun fact: Al Capone spent time behind these bars! Explore the horrifying tales of inmates, their attempts to break free, and the paranormal phenomena that continue to haunt this historic site. Recommended for ages 14 and older.
Take a guided night tour through Kingston's historic streets and hear chilling tales of ghosts, mysterious deaths, and hauntings. Visit the infamous Kingston Penitentiary, a former prison with a dark past that will haunt you for days. Suitable for ages 10 and up.
Toronto's legendary haunted scream park offers multiple scare zones, haunted houses, and terrifying mazes. Prepare to be petrified by professional scare actors at every corner. Fun fact: a second location opens in Vaughan this year—we dare you to try both! Recommended for ages 13 and older.
Explore the historic Fort Henry in Kingston as its been transformed into a frightful experience for the whole family. Witness ghostly apparitions, gruesome scenes, and eerie storytelling that bring the fort's dark history to life. All ages are welcome.
For over 30 years, Nightmares Fear Factory in Niagara Falls has been a hub of suspense. Step inside an unassuming building, and the nightmare begins. This experience specializes in psychological terror, using suggestion and the fear of the unknown to utterly terrify you. You'll navigate through dark corridors, face horrifying apparitions, and confront heart-pounding scares that challenge your courage to make it through to the end. The website reports that nearly 200,000 haven’t lasted the whole tour, to date. Will you be one of them? This haunted house is geared for adults, but children 6 and over can enter at their own risk. No refunds.
Halloween Haunt at Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan is a journey through a world of fear. This haunted attraction immerses visitors in a chilling experience filled with terrifying surprises at every turn. With elaborate sets and live actors galore, it's the ultimate destination for those seeking a night of spooky fun. Recommended for ages 13 and older.
