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Summary

9 Spots Where You Can Get Haunted In Ontario... If You’re Game

You'll never be alone at these places.
Lead Writer, Travel

These places may look normal on the outside, but chilling secrets lurk deep within the walls.

You can take a trip to some of Ontario's haunted spots for an extra spooky experience.

Dark tales of hangings, firey deaths, tragic love, and more loom over these spine-tingling buildings.

Dine in restaurants with ghostly patrons, or sleep in an Airbnb inhabited by angry-looking spirits.

Make sure you have Ghostbusters on speed-dial before heading out to any of these haunted places.

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Dundurn Castle

Price: $14 per adult

Address: 610 York Blvd., Hamilton, ON

Why You Need To Go: Don't let the stunning exterior fool you. According to the Hamilton Public Library archives, a gruesome and violent history surrounds this castle. Once home to Sir Allan MacNab, premier of pre-Confederation Canada, the building has seen multiple hangings, plagues and illnesses. Visitors have reported singing, moving objects, and strange drafts.

The Haunted House Airbnb

Price: $160 per night

Address: Penetanguishene, ON

Why You Need To Go: You won't be sleeping alone at this Airbnb. The old-fashioned mansion is inhabited by real ghosts, and guests have been spooked by a man starring into the mirror and an angry-looking woman.

Agnes Etherington Art Centre

Price: Free

Address: 36 University Ave., Kingston, ON

Why You Need To Go: From disembodied voices to a piano mysteriously playing by itself, this gallery is home to more than art.

Black Creek Pioneer Village

Price: $11 + per person

Address: 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: According to The Haunted Walk, Black Creek Pioneer Village is a real-life haunted place. The 170-year-old Half Way House is allegedly the spookiest spot in the village.

Fairmont Château Laurier

Price: Prices vary

Address: 1 Rideau St., Ottawa, ON

Why You Need To Go: According to Toronto.com, the luxury hotel in Ottawa is haunted by the ghost of a Titanic victim.

Joseph Brant Museum

Price: $10 per adult

Address: 1240 North Shore Blvd. E., Burlington, ON

Why You Need To Go: A ghost by the name of Elisa has been seen emerging from a museum display case, according to the Hamilton Public Library archives. Flickering lights and apparitions have also been reported at this spot.

Brockamour Manor

Price: Prices vary

Address: 433 King St., NOTL, ON

Why You Need To Go: The history of this historic B&B is steeped in tragedy and romance. It was once home to Sophia Shaw, who lost her fiancé Isaac Brock during the War of 1812. According to Niagara This Week, it has been said that Sophia's ghost still roams the halls.

Prince George Hotel

Price: Prices vary

Address: 200 Ontario St., Kingston, ON

Why You Need To Go: Now operating as several pubs, this building has a tragic past. According to The Queen's Journal, Lily, an inhabitant of the building, perished in a lantern fire while waiting for her lover to return. Now, her ghost haunts the third floor while she watches the harbour for her long lost lover. Other ghosts have been reported, including one that frightened an employee so badly, he immediately quit.

Keg Mansion

Price: Prices vary

Address: 515 Jarvis St., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: According to City News, the Keg Mansion has a spooky past including a maid who hanged herself. Apparently, stall doors in the women's bathroom unlock themselves, and the sound of footsteps upstairs have been heard. The restaurant is currently open for takeout. 

Before you get going, check our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.

  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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