5 Ghost Walks to Enjoy Outside of Mississauga This Summer
Published July 19, 2019 at 6:22 pm
Are you a fan of ghost stories? If you are, there are plenty of ghost walks just outside of Mississauga. Ghost walks give you a chance to learn some haunting tales while also getting a little bit of a history lesson at the same time. Usually, the guides also dress up in old Victorian apparel and even carry a lantern to bring the spooky atmosphere to life. Here are the best ghost walks you can visit outside the city this summer!
5) Ghost Walks: Downtown Hamilton
The downtown area of Hamilton has some of the best ghost stories in the city! This walk will take you to the Royal Connaught, Right House, Hamilton Place, St. Paul’s Church and the Gothic Pigott Building. During the walk, you’ll learn about the Colourful Women of Hamilton, the believed ghosts of women wearing different coloured dresses, and even a story about the city’s connection to a suspect in the infamous Jack the Ripper case. The next walks will be held in August, and you can book your place right now!
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This walk takes you through Toronto’s most haunted neighbourhood. You learn stories of judges being embarrassed by ghosts; couples scared away by the city’s rebel mayor ghost, and a morgue attendant who never left St. Michael’s Hospital even after his death. The walk will also make stops at the Mackenzie House, Massey Hall and under the marquee of the Elgin & Winter Garden Theatre. The tours are available every Friday and Saturday night from now until November 2.
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3) Ghost Walks: Niagara on the Lake
This walk will take you through one of Canada’s most haunted towns. Find out chilling stories about the Olde Angel Inn, Niagara Courthouse and Prince of Wales Hotel. You’ll also get to experience some of North America’s oldest legends; a mystery at the Apothecary, the theatre ghost scaring audiences and a mansion that makes cameras go crazy. You’ll also learn about the seances, secrets and dark history at the centre of the only war fought in Canada. The walks are available every night from now into August.
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2) The Original Haunted Walk of Kingston
This walk is believed to be one of the best ghost walks in Canada. This 90-minute walk begins in the lobby of the Prince George Hotel (200 Ontario Street) and takes you through the quiet streets of the city at night. If you choose this tour, you’ll learn about hangings at the courthouse, body snatchings, and a haunted guest house.
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If you’re alright with taking a trip far outside the city, this one is worth it! On this 90-minute tour through the streets of Old Quebec City, you’ll hear stories of murder, executions, mysterious ghost sightings, tragedies and hauntings over 400 years of the city’s history. The entire town has a beautiful gothic feel, which only helps add to the spooky atmosphere. You can book your place on the walking tour every night from now until Halloween.
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