About Haunted Lunenburg Ghost Walk
Evening lantern-lit tour exploring the town's supernatural history, witches, and ghost sightings. Features well-researched stories based on Helen Creighton's folklore research.
Features & Highlights
Detailed Information
The Haunted Lunenburg Ghost Walk is a lantern-lit evening walk through the back streets of the old town, built on the folklore collection of Helen Creighton, who spent decades recording Nova Scotia's witch tales, hauntings, and sea superstitions first-hand. Based on the extensive folklore research of Helen Creighton, the tour weaves together tales of witches, ghost sightings, and supernatural encounters that have haunted this UNESCO World Heritage town for generations. As dusk falls over the colorful waterfront buildings, the tour guides—authentic locals with deep knowledge of Lunenburg's past—lead groups through atmospheric locations including the Mariner King Victorian Inn and a 270-year-old cemetery. The guides are local and the material is genuine folklore rather than invented spook-house filler, which is why the walk holds up for adults; it runs rain or shine, so bring a layer.
Practical Information
Planning your visit to the Haunted Lunenburg Ghost Walk is straightforward. Here is the essential information you need to know before you go.
Location & Contact
The tour departs from outside 15 King Street, Lunenburg, NS, and winds its way up to Hillcrest Cemetery on Gallows Hill. For inquiries or to verify details, you can contact the operators at 902-521-6867 or info@lunenburgwalkingtours.com.
Hours & Season
The ghost walk operates seasonally from June through October each year. Tour times vary by season: 8:30 PM (May–August) and 7:30 PM (September–October). Check the online booking calendar for the specific daily schedule and arrive about 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time.
Duration
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes, guiding you through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunenburg.
Tickets & Booking
- Adult (18+): $25 + tax
- Youth (6–17): $15 + tax
- Child (0–5): Free
- Family (2 adults + children 17 & under): $75 + tax
The tour accepts USD at par with CAD. Reservations must be made online via the "Reserve Now" feature on the official website, as tour times and availability are subject to change.
Tour Essentials
The lantern-lit walk is suitable for most mobility levels, but please note there are no washroom facilities available at the starting point or along the route. Tours proceed rain or shine, so dress appropriately for the weather. Parking is available nearby.
