The Best Ghost Tours in Nova Scotia

Looking for ghost tours in Nova Scotia? You’re in the right place. Nova Scotia has a long and sometimes dark history, which makes it the perfect setting for a ghost story or two. Shipwrecks, historic battles, and centuries-old superstitions have left their mark — and some say a few lingering spirits.

If you love a good scare or just want to see a different side of the province, a ghost tour is the perfect way to spend an evening. You’ll wander through old streets and shadowy corners, hear stories of tragedy and mystery, and maybe even feel a chill that isn’t from the ocean breeze.

From the haunted halls of Halifax to the ghostly legends of Lunenburg and Annapolis Royal, these tours are sure to send a shiver down your spine.

Valley Ghost Walks

Explore the haunted tales of the Annapolis Valley on these family-friendly ghost walks. Led by “Jerome the grave keeper” and his ghostly crew, you’ll walk through the streets, cemeteries and other haunted places, hearing stories of local history and lore.

As the name suggests, Valley Ghost Tours run in the Annapolis Valley and rotate between Wolfville, Kentville, Halls Harbour, Windsor and the Landscape of Grand Pré depending on the day. Each tour shares a mix of local legends and spirits that add a spooky twist to the Valley’s scenic beauty.

Recommended for ages 10+, Valley Ghost Walks are a unique way to experience the area’s past with a paranormal twist.

Tours run from Apple Blossom weekend (last weekend in May) through to Halloween.  Advance purchase is recommended, but a few cash-only tickets are available at the start of the tour.  

Cost: $25 adult, $20 student, $45 for a group of 2, $120 for a group of 6 info
Dates: May 29 – October 31, 2025
Times: 7:45 or 8:00 pm (varies by location)
Location: Varies by tour (check schedule)

Halifax Ghost Walk 

The Halifax Ghost Walk is one of the city’s most popular and enduring ghost tours, attracting both locals and visitors year after year. Often called one of the top Nova Scotia ghost walks, it blends eerie storytelling with the city’s fascinating — and sometimes tragic — history.

With Halifax’s past as a military stronghold, a burial site for Titanic victims, and the centre of the devastating Halifax Explosion, it’s no surprise the city is full of ghostly tales. On this 1.5-hour tour, you’ll begin at the Old Town Clock and wind through the historic streets of downtown. Along the way, you’ll stop at haunted landmarks and old graveyards while hearing stories of restless spirits woven seamlessly with the city’s past.

Guided by Dusty, an excellent storyteller who brings both humour and suspense to the experience, the tour is as entertaining as it is eerie. It’s a fascinating way to learn about the city’s history — and even locals will walk away with new stories to tell.

The tour is perfect for families with older kids (recommended 5+, my kids were 8), but due to the nature of the tour, pets are not permitted.

Cost: $30 adults, $20 youth/student/senior (65+), $15 children (5–12)
Dates: May 2 – November 2, 2025
Times: 8: 30 pm during summer, 7:30 in the fall, runs for 1.5 hours
Location: Old Town Clock, Halifax

Haunted Lunenburg

With a history steeped in maritime tragedy and eerie folklore, Lunenburg is the perfect setting for ghostly tales. The Haunted Lunenburg walk reveals the chilling stories that have earned this historic town its reputation as one of Canada’s most haunted places.

You’ll stroll along shadowy streets and hear chilling accounts of the town’s past — from the haunting origins of Widow’s Watch to unexplained apparitions at St. John’s Anglican Church, built atop a crypt.

The walk continues to the infamous Gallows Hill, a site notorious for hangings, and passes through the hilltop cemetery, adding more spooky atmosphere to the haunted walk. 

This 1.5 hour tour is suitable for most mobility levels, although there is a section that goes up a hill to the cemetery. It runs nightly from June through October, and is one of the most popular things to do in Lunenburg.  

Cost:  $25 adults, $15 youth (6–17), $75 per family (2 adults + kids)
Dates: June – October
Time: June–August at 8:30 pm; September–October at 7:30 pm (1.5 hours)
Location: Begins at 15 King Street, Lunenburg

Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour

Step into the eerie tunnels of the Halifax Citadel on this candlelit tour. The tunnels alone, with their cold stone walls and unsettling echoes, are enough to send shivers down your spine — add a costumed guide and chilling ghost stories, and you’re in for a memorable night.

As you explore, you’ll hear real-life stories of ghostly encounters, including sightings of soldiers standing guard, the mysterious figure of a man in a red cloak, and the eerie presence of a woman who is said to reveal herself in mirrors. Some visitors have even reported the chilling sensation of a little girl holding their hand.

The Halifax Citadel Ghost Tour is available in English, with private French tours by request.

Cost:  $17.49 per person, plus taxes and Eventbrite fees. 
Dates: Thursday, Friday, Saturdays from July 4 – October 25, 2025
Time: 8:00 pm, lasts 70 minutes
Location: Front Gate, Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

Haunted Walk Antigonish

Take a lantern-lit tour through the town and St. Francis Xavier University and learn about the eerie history and ghostly tales of Antigonish. This 1.5-hour walk uncovers eerie stories of bocans, apparitions, goblins, and some of the town’s most chilling legends.

The Haunted Walk Antigonish tour begins in front of Mulroney Hall on campus and winds through the town to the historic Pioneer Cemetery off Main Street. It’s a perfect fall activity for those who love spooky storytelling. 

Cost: $25 adult, $20 student/senior (65+)/youth (12 – 18), $75 for a family of four 
Dates: June to November (Thursday – Sunday)  
Time: Time varies between 8 – 9:30 pm, runs for 1.5 hours, check website for latest time
Location: Mulroney Hall on St. FX campus

Haunted Sydney Ghost Tours

Join costumed storytellers and explore the eerie stories of the city’s historic north end with Sydney’s Haunted Ghost Tour. This 90-minute tour dives into real tales of skeletons found in cellars, a notorious murderous mayor, and a chilling triple hanging. Unlike other ghost tours in Nova Scotia, this one runs exclusively in the summer. Tours take place on Tuesday evenings during the summer months.

Cost: $13 per person, ages 10+
Dates: Tuesdays during the Summer (June – end of August)
Time: 7:00 pm, runs for 90 minutes
Location: St. Patrick’s Church Museum

The Shadow of Sherbrooke Village

Step back in time in Sherbrooke Village during this unique theatrical ghost tour. Don a cloak and lantern and follow a guide through the 19th-century village as you uncover tales of local legends, superstitions, and maritime folklore.

Unlike many other haunted tours in Nova Scotia, The Shadow of Sherbrooke Village is more interactive and immersive — you’ll move from building to building, piecing together clues and hearing stories that bring the village’s past to life. The quiet streets, flickering lantern light, and costumed guides make it feel like you’ve truly stepped into another era.

Groups are limited to 12 people, called ‘wayfarers’, so be sure to book ahead of time. The tour takes place rain or shine, and is fully accessible. 

Cost: $35 per person
Dates: Twice weekly in September and October
Time: 2 hours in length
Location: 42 Main Street, Sherbrooke Courthouse

Annapolis Royal

Take a candlelit journey through Canada’s oldest English graveyard at Fort Anne National Historic Site. This spooky graveyard tour shares chilling tales from one of the country’s oldest settlements and has been running for decades, making it one of the most iconic haunted tours in Nova Scotia.

As you wander past centuries-old headstones, your guide will share stories of soldiers, settlers, and notable figures who shaped Annapolis Royal’s past. The quiet setting of the graveyard under the night sky makes this one of the most atmospheric experiences in the province.

Cost: $20 adult, $10 youth (13-18), $5 children under 10
Dates: Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays in September
Time: 1.5 hours
Location: Parking Lot of Fort Anne National Historic Site, Annapolis Royal, NS 

Map of the best ghost tours in nova scotia

Planning a spooky night out — or a full haunted road trip? Use this interactive map to find ghost tours across the province. From Halifax’s haunted streets to eerie Lunenburg and Annapolis Royal, you can see where each tour takes place and plan your route.