The Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour offers an immersive 1.5-hour exploration of Montreal’s eerie past. Led by a professional actor and storyteller, this wheelchair-accessible tour takes participants on a spine-chilling journey through the haunted remnants of Griffintown’s dark history. From the tales of Irish immigrants to the city’s worst air disaster, the tour promises to uncover the mysteries and tragedies that have left their mark on this historic neighborhood. With flexible booking options and a free cancellation policy, it’s the perfect way to discover the haunted side of Montreal.
About Your Stay
- The Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour is a 1.5-hour guided tour exploring the haunted history of Griffintown, featuring ghostly tales and tragic events.
- The tour is wheelchair accessible, available in French and English, and departs from the Rockaberry Café.
- Flexible booking options, free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance, and no upfront payment required.
- Highlights include a haunted canal, former Irish immigrant burial grounds, and a brewery linked to Montreal’s worst air disaster.
- The tour focuses on outdoor exploration, with no indoor visits or jump scares, and provides insight into Griffintown’s dark history and paranormal activity.
Tour Overview
The Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour offers an immersive exploration of Montreal’s most haunting neighborhood. Priced at $22.95 per person, the 1.5-hour tour is available in both French and English.
Wheelchair accessible, the tour departs from the Rockaberry Café and showcases the area’s ghostly past. Guests can expect to learn about historical events like Black ’47 and Montreal’s worst air disaster.
The tour experience includes visits to mysterious ruins, a polluted canal, and creepy buildings, all guided by a professional actor and storyteller. Cancellations are free up to 24 hours in advance.
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Booking Information
Guests can take advantage of the tour’s flexible booking options.
The tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, allowing for last-minute changes. Guests can also reserve their spot without upfront payment, opting to pay later.
To check availability, visitors can browse the starting times offered.
Visitors can check availability by browsing the starting times offered for the Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour.
With these hassle-free booking policies, guests can plan their Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour with ease and confidence, knowing they can adjust their plans if needed.
Tour Highlights
A professional actor and storyteller guides visitors through Griffintown’s most famous ghost stories, including the captivating tale of Headless Mary.
The tour highlights include:
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Exploring a haunted canal and former burial grounds where thousands of Irish immigrants were laid to rest during the Famine of 1847.
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Visiting a haunted brewery, the site of Montreal’s worst air disaster during WWII, where 15 people lost their lives.
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Learning about the area’s dark history, such as the Black ’47 tragedy and Griffintown’s reputation for industrial accidents and paranormal activity.
Historical Context
Griffintown’s haunting past stems from its history as a neighborhood known for dying Irish refugees during the Famine of 1847 and industrial tragedies.
The area was ravaged by the devastating Black ’47 event, where over six thousand Irish immigrants died from typhus and were buried in mass graves – their resting places disturbed by later industrial activity.
Griffintown’s dark past: Over 6,000 Irish immigrants buried in mass graves, their rest disturbed by industry.
Montreal’s worst air disaster also occurred here during WWII, when a Liberator Bomber crashed, killing 15 people.
These tragic events have left an indelible mark on Griffintown, contributing to its reputation as a hauntingly historic neighborhood.
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Though the tour doesn’t include any indoor visits or jump scares from actors, it offers a captivating exploration of Griffintown’s haunting past.
Guests will:
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Visit mysterious ruins, a polluted canal, and creepy buildings that bear witness to the neighborhood’s dark history.
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Learn about historical events like the Black ’47 tragedy, where over six thousand Irish immigrants died from typhus and were buried in mass graves disturbed by industrial activity.
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Discover the story of Montreal’s worst air disaster, a Liberator Bomber crash during WWII that claimed 15 lives.
For dining options, Rockaberry Café offers a recommended menu for guests before the tour.
Explore Griffintown’s Haunted Past
As guests embark on the Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour, they’ll explore the neighborhood’s chilling past, uncovering stories of tragedy and the supernatural.
Griffintown was once home to horrors like the deadly typhus outbreak of 1847, where thousands of Irish immigrants were buried in mass graves.
The tour also explores the site of Montreal’s worst air disaster, a WWII bomber crash that killed 15 people.
Eerie ruins, a polluted canal, and haunted buildings set the stage for tales of headless apparitions and other paranormal occurrences that continue to haunt this historic district.
Mysterious Ruins and Creepy Buildings
Amidst the industrial landscape of Griffintown, visitors will uncover a series of mysterious ruins and creepy buildings that harbor haunting tales.
The tour explores:
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A polluted canal once used to dispose of industrial waste, where ghostly figures are said to emerge from the murky waters.
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The crumbling remains of a former brewery, known for its tragic history and unexplained occurrences.
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Abandoned structures that were once home to impoverished Irish immigrants, their echoes still reverberating through the hollowed halls.
These eerie sites set the stage for a chilling exploration of Griffintown’s haunted past.
Dining Options Before the Tour
For guests looking to dine before the tour, Rockaberry Café offers a recommended menu. The café features a variety of options to fuel your ghostly exploration.
| Menu Item | Description | Price |
| — | — | — |
| Breakfast Sandwich | Egg, cheese, and your choice of meat on an English muffin | $4.99 |
| Blueberry Muffin | Freshly baked muffin with juicy blueberries | $2.99 |
| Coffee | Regular or decaf, small, medium, or large | $2.49 – $3.49 |
Guests are encouraged to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the tour start time to enjoy their pre-tour refreshments.
Questions About Your Stay
Is the Tour Suitable for People With Mobility Issues?
The tour is wheelchair accessible, making it suitable for people with mobility issues. The meeting point and tour route are designed to accommodate those with physical disabilities.
Can the Tour Be Booked for Private Groups?
The tour can be booked for private groups. Customers can reserve the tour for their exclusive group and select a convenient time slot. Private group bookings offer a more personalized experience for guests.
Are There Any Age Restrictions for the Tour Participants?
The tour has no age restrictions, and people of all ages are welcome to participate. Children must be accompanied by an adult, but the tour content is suitable for all ages.
Do the Tour Guides Speak Any Other Languages Besides French and English?
The tour guides speak French and English, but no other languages are mentioned. The overview states the tour is available in both French and English, indicating those are the only languages offered.
Are There Any Recommended Hotels or Accommodations Near the Meeting Point?
The tour overview does not mention any recommended hotels or accommodations near the meeting point at Rockaberry Café. Guests will need to arrange their own lodging accommodations separately from booking the Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour.
Final Verdict On This Stay
The Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walking Tour offers a captivating exploration of Montreal’s eerie past. With flexible booking options, participants can enjoy a spine-chilling journey through the haunted remnants of Griffintown’s dark history, guided by a professional actor and storyteller. Whether you’re looking for a thrilling experience or a glimpse into the city’s mysterious past, this tour is not to be missed.
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