Best Montreal Walking Tours in 2026

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Montreal like you’ve never experienced it before… Griffintown is one of Montreal’s most historic neighborhoods – and one of its most haunted. The area has witnessed everything from dying Irish refugees during the Famine of 1847 to the Industrial Revolution to Montreal’s worst air disaster. Today, condominium towers are sprouting up in the Griff, but new residents are quickly learning that the district was once a rowdy shantytown – and it’s also ghost-ridden! The Haunted Griffintown Ghost Walk visits mysterious ruins, a polluted canal, former burial grounds and creepy old buildings that are said to be haunted. Led by a professional actor and storyteller, this ghost tour is sure to please ghost hunters, history buffs and Hallowe’en lovers with its creepy tales of the spirits and paranormal activity infesting and haunting Griffintown.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Montreal like you’ve never experienced it before… A theatrical guide (a professional actor and storyteller) will regale guests with ghost stories, mysteries and legends about Mount Royal, including haunted hospitals, abandoned castles, cemeteries teeming with undead spirits, and all sorts of paranormal activities on the mountain. Visitors will learn about the place of Mount Royal in Montreal’s history and lore. Haunted Mountain aims to satisfy a taste for local history, spine-tingling ghost stories and an unforgettable ramble on the slopes of Mount Royal! Guests are advised that this walk involves some moderate walking up and down dark pathways and staircases on the mountain. It is not universally accessible. For the best experience, clients should wear sturdy walking shoes and bring a flashlight.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 23.85

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2-hour tour) takes you through the Plateau neighborhood and traces the roots of Montreal’s Jewish community through early 20th century Yiddish and then English literature. By way of poetry and novels, this tour explores how Jews envisioned their life in Montreal and contrasts these utopic visions to the realities of life in the city. You’ll also discover the ways in which Montreal's Jewish community made the Plateau their home at the foot of the mountain, and made a lasting impression on its landscape.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Wander through the historic streets of Old Montréal with your professional guide, from the Royal Bank Tower on Saint‑Jacques Street to Bonsecours Market, discovering the secrets of Christmases past. See the historic district in a new light and get wrapped up in the holiday spirit!

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 20.12

The Irish Famine in Montreal Walking Tour revisits one of the darkest chapters in the city’s history, also known as Black ’47. Starting in June, 1847, Montreal was overwhelmed by wave after wave of Irish refugees fleeing brutal oppression at home, including a massive famine triggered by a potato blight and colonial British landowners, many of whom forced tenants off their lands. The walking tour provides in-depth history about the Irish Famine's impact on Montreal in 1847. Guests will visit key sites associated with this tragedy, including the Old Port and Lachine Canal, the Grey Nuns Motherhouse, the two locations of Montreal’s fever sheds and mass burial grounds, and the infamous Black Rock monument. The Irish Famine in Montreal Walking Tour is sure to please those researching family roots, history buffs, and tourists and locals interested in this dark episode in the city’s history.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Do you believe in the paranormal? Hosted by professional Ghost-hunter Dominique Desormeaux of 13 Spirits Paranormal, Haunted Montreal’s “Paranormal Investigation – Old Sainte Antoine Cemetery” takes guests on a dark adventure into the mysterious world of ghost-hunting. From 1799-1855, Sainte Antoine Cemetery was the site of approximately 70,000 burials, many of them interred in mass graves due to a series of Cholera epidemics that struck the city. Today, the old cemetery is hidden just underneath two of Montreal’s most stunning and popular urban parks – Dorchester Square and Place du Canada. They are a major hotspot for paranormal activity in Downtown Montreal.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Looking for another Montreal? Guided by a professional actor and storyteller, this haunted tour is sure to appeal to history buffs, ghost hunters and Allowe’en enthusiasts with its tales of frightening paranormal activity and ghosts haunting unusual places – in the heart of downtown Montreal. Listen to the nauseating and twisted “legend of the red cross”, as well as the new university residence of Concordia, the Grey Nuns’ former motherhouse where a mysterious crypt is located. Visit haunted houses, including a run-down squat on “Overdose” Avenue and a spooky old funeral home converted into one of Montreal’s trendiest nightclubs. Sometimes customers don’t ask for so much, especially if they dare to visit the women’s aisles and attic. And many more stories to discover!

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

A veritable open-air museum, Montréal has become a hotspot for street art in North America. Montréal even rivals international capitals famous for their magnificent graffiti and outdoor murals. Focusing mainly on the St-Laurent Boulevard axis and taking intriguing detours in surrounding streets and alleys, this colorful walking tour will allow you to admire some of the most lively and creative Montréal murals while highlighting the talent of the artists and collectives behind them.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Looking for another Montreal? A professional actor and storyteller will delight guests with stories DE ghosts, DE mysteries and DE legends about Mount Royal and its haunted hospitals, abandoned castles, cemeteries teeming with spirits of the undead. Haunted Montreal aims to delight fans interested in local history, stories DE blood-chilling ghosts and an unforgettable hike on the slopes of Mount Royal! Please note that this walk includes moderate ascents and descents in dark trails and stairs on the mountain. It is not accessible to all. For the best experience, it is advisable DE wear good DE walking shoes and bring a DE flashlight.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Looking for another Montreal? Griffintown is one of Montreal’s most historic – and haunted – neighbourhoods. This part of the city has witnessed everything from the Irish refugees during the famine of 1847 to the Industrial Revolution, to the worst air disaster Montreal has ever seen. Today condominium towers are multiplying there but new residents are aware that this area was once a noisy slum and ghosts are common! The tour of haunted Griffintown takes in mysterious ruins, a polluted canal, ancient cemeteries and frightening buildings that are reputedly haunted. Led by a professional actor and storyteller, this tour will delight ghost hunters, history buffs and Halloween lovers alike, with scary stories about the spirits and paranormal activities that drive Griffintown.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 27.93

Dive into the rich history of Old Montreal with a guided walking tour, tracing the city's roots back to 1642. Your journey begins by delving into the narrow streets and historic sites that have defined Montreal's evolution over the centuries. With your knowledgeable guide, uncover the stories behind key landmarks such as Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, an iconic site with deep religious significance, and Place d'Armes, a bustling square that echoes Montreal's storied past. Explore the Old Port of Montreal, once a vital hub for trade and commerce, and stroll through the district's charming cobblestone streets. Your guide will share captivating tales and insights, revealing the unique cultural tapestry that makes Old Montreal so special. This tour provides a deeply immersive experience, inviting you to ask questions and engage with the history, ensuring an unforgettable exploration of one of Canada's most historic areas.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 22.36

Dive into the Fabulous History of the Montreal Olympic Games! Immerse yourself in Montreal's rich olympic heritage at the magnificent Montreal Olympic Park and uncover the fascinating story behind one of the city's most memorable events! Our tour will take you to the olympic cauldron and rings from the 1976 Games, the Esplanade of the Olympic Park with its hundred fluttering flags, the former athletes' village, Nadia Comaneci Square and at the foot of the Montreal’s Olympic Stadium—the most controversial monument in Canada! In what context did Montreal host the Olympic Games? Why was the stadium unfinished at the opening ceremony? How did a 14-year-old gymnast become the queen of the Games? Don’t miss your chance to discover the city from an Olympic perspective with a passionate local guide! Solo travelers are welcome! Book your spot now!

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

Do you believe in the paranormal? Hosted by professional ghost hunter Dominique Desormeaux of 13 Spirits Paranormal, "Paranormal Investigation – Old Cemetery of Saint Anthony", takes guests on a dark adventure into the mysterious world of ghost hunting. From 1799 to 1855, St. Anthony’s Cemetery hosted approximately 70,000 burials, many of which were buried in mass graves due to a series of cholera epidemics that struck the city. Today, the old cemetery is hidden under two of Montreal’s most beautiful and popular urban parks, Dorchester Park and Canada Place, a favorite spot for paranormal activities in downtown Montreal.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 11.99

Travel back in time to the cobblestone streets travelled by early French missionaries, fur traders, and British conquerors on this self-guided walking tour in le Vieux Montréal (Old Montreal). You‘ll get an overview of the historical Place d‘Armes square, with its striking Bank of Montréal, famous Notre-Dame Basilica, and old Saint-Sulpice Seminary. We‘ll walk the narrow, cobbled stone streets of Old Montréal. You‘ll see Montréal‘s first church, Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours Chapel, stroll across the popular Place Jacques-Cartier square, and take in the Montreal Museum of Archaeology and History (Pointe-à-Callière). You‘ll pass the first hospital opened by the Grey Nuns of Montréal and, after walking along the animated Old Port promenade, reach the end of the tour at the Old Clock Tower. By the end of the tour, you‘ll better understand Montréal‘s colonial history and how it became an international destination where some of the world‘s most exciting annual events are held.

Montreal , Quebec

From $ 26.09

À la recherche d’un autre Montréal ? Montréal possède plusieurs établissements hantés où il est possible de prendre quelques verres tout en étant plongé dans un univers paranormal : discothèques chics, salles burlesques, bars, anciennes auberges, bistros, brasseries, tavernes et bien d’autres ! Montréal est de loin la meilleure métropole pour mélanger alcool et histoires de fantômes effrayantes ; un lieu idéal pour boire abondamment tout en s’interrogeant sur le passé brutal et sordide de la ville et ses fantômes qui résultent des pires crimes et circonstances. Dirigé par le conteur professionnel d’histoires de paranormales, la Pub Crawl de Montréal hanté permet de visiter 3 pubs hantés. Pour faire découvrir aux invités, non seulement le nombre d’endroits hantés où il est possible de prendre un verre, mais aussi leurs faire entendre les histoires de fantômes les plus infâmes de Montréal.