Old Montreal: Ghost Walking Tour with Storyteller Guide

Summary

Walk eerie Old Montreal streets at night with local stories and legends

You’ll follow a local storyteller through Old Montreal’s shadowy streets, hearing tales of crime, hangings and mysterious disappearances. Expect laughter mixed with chills as you explore hidden alleys from Place Royale to Bonsecours Market. This 1.5-hour ghost tour reveals more than just legends — it lets you feel the city’s secrets at night.

What’s the experience like?

We’d just left Bonsecours Market when our guide — she called herself Marianne, but joked she had “other names after midnight” — stopped under this crooked old lamp. She asked if we believed in ghosts, but before I could answer, some guy behind us sneezed so loud it echoed down the alley. Marianne grinned and said, “That’s how they get you.” The cobblestones felt slick from earlier rain, and honestly, I was already a little jumpy.

I didn’t expect to laugh so much on a ghost tour in Old Montreal. Marianne spun these wild stories about crimes and fires — one about a baker who vanished (she pointed to a window where “someone” once watched for him). There was this burnt-toast smell drifting from somewhere, mixing with the cold air. At one point she whispered about witchcraft trials right on Place Royale, and I swear the wind picked up just then. Maybe that was in my head?

We wandered through narrow lanes I’d never noticed before, past shuttered shops and flickering lights. Marianne would pause to let us catch up or ask questions — someone asked if any ghosts ever showed up for real, and she just winked. The whole thing lasted about an hour and a half but felt shorter; by the time we circled back toward Bonsecours Market, I realized I’d barely looked at my phone once. I still think about that odd chill when she told her last story — not sure if it was the weather or just nerves, you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore haunted Old Montreal at night

• Meet guide in Old Montreal
• Walk through haunted Old Montreal
• Hear stories of ghosts and crime
• Visit Places Royale and Bonsecours Market
• Learn about criminals and witchcraft

Top questions

How long is the Old Montreal ghost walking tour?

The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

Is the ghost tour suitable for children?

The tour is not recommended for children under 10 years old.

Are there any accessibility options for this tour?

The tour is wheelchair accessible and allows service animals.

What areas of Old Montreal does the tour cover?

The route includes streets and alleys from Place Royale to Bonsecours Market.

Does the tour include a local guide?

Yes, you’ll be guided by a professional storyteller who leads the group throughout Old Montreal.

Can I use public transportation to reach the meeting point?

Yes, there are public transportation options available nearby.

Is alcohol or smoking allowed during the tour?

No alcohol, drugs or smoking are permitted during the tour.

What’s included

Your evening includes a 1.5-hour walking tour led by a local storyteller who guides you through Old Montreal’s haunted sites and shares stories of crime, witchcraft and mysterious events along the way.