Original Haunted Walk of Ottawa
Overview
Experience the 90-minute walking tour of Ottawa that has been captivating visitors and locals alike for more than 20 years. The Original Haunted Walk is led by the best of local storytellers, dramatists, and amateur historians, sharing some of the most hair-raising and spine-chilling real-life ghost stories from the area. Follow along as they lead the way by lantern light to their favorite haunted spots.
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Entry/Admission - The Haunted Walk
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Haunted Walk, 46 1/2 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5A8 Canada
This tour departs from the Haunted Walks ticket office, located just steps from Parliament Hill in Downtown Ottawa.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada
The 90-minute storytelling adventure will surprise, amaze, and delight even the most skeptical in the group. Along the way, hear a number of stories. Find out about the tragic connection between the Titanic and the Fairmont Chateau Laurier; why the Rideau Canal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) is believed to be haunted by 1, 000 workers who died during the construction; and Ottawa's infamously haunted high school.
Also, learn about a Canadian solider who was saved from certain death by the intervention of a deceased family member. And discover why Ottawa's oldest building seems to be its most haunted.
The tour ends where it began, with souvenirs and refreshments available for purchase.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Haunted Walk, 46 1/2 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5A8 Canada
This tour departs from the Haunted Walks ticket office, located just steps from Parliament Hill in Downtown Ottawa.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Ottawa, Ontario K7A 2A8 Canada
The 90-minute storytelling adventure will surprise, amaze, and delight even the most skeptical in the group. Along the way, hear a number of stories. Find out about the tragic connection between the Titanic and the Fairmont Chateau Laurier; why the Rideau Canal (a Unesco World Heritage Site) is believed to be haunted by 1, 000 workers who died during the construction; and Ottawa's infamously haunted high school.
Also, learn about a Canadian solider who was saved from certain death by the intervention of a deceased family member. And discover why Ottawa's oldest building seems to be its most haunted.
The tour ends where it began, with souvenirs and refreshments available for purchase.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wheelchair accessible — if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Traci_D
October 2021
The stories were great! Believable for sure! We had taken the canal cruise also and a couple of the stories were related. Our guide was great!
The stories were great! Believable for sure! We had taken the canal cruise also and a couple of the stories were related. Our guide was great!Gerald_G
October 2021
Booking with Viator was a nightmare😕 Took over 45 minutes to get it straight. Internet then two phone calls.
Booking with Viator was a nightmare😕 Took over 45 minutes to get it straight. Internet then two phone calls.Tammy_K
October 2021
It was an interesting walk through Ottawa. We did it with three teenagers and we come to the conclusion it's better to see Ottawa at night then during the day. Less people...lol
It was an interesting walk through Ottawa. We did it with three teenagers and we come to the conclusion it's better to see Ottawa at night then during the day. Less people...lolWilliam_K
November 2021
Learning about Ottawa, first visit since a kid. Worth the time and walking through at night helps set the mood
Learning about Ottawa, first visit since a kid. Worth the time and walking through at night helps set the moodKarla_R
May 2022
It was super fun, its like a history tour but with something Different and interesting to know, super recomended!
It was super fun, its like a history tour but with something Different and interesting to know, super recomended!Tina_C
April 2022
We had a blast and Eddie was such an amazing orator. Such a cool experience, especially when it got dark. Highly recommend!
We had a blast and Eddie was such an amazing orator. Such a cool experience, especially when it got dark. Highly recommend!