Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game

4.9(16)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Questo

About this activity

Explore the dark side of Old Town Toronto in this self-guided outdoor game powered by the free Questo app.

Download, head to Nathan Phillips Square, and start anytime, no guide, no schedule, no waiting.

The city you know is not the city you'll find here. This 10-stop, ~75-minute walking game covers 3 km through Toronto's historic core, unravelling real stories hidden in plain sight: 710 public hangings beneath the King Edward Hotel, 118 lives lost on a burning cruise ship, a ghost haunting the Hockey Hall of Fame, and the shocking laws that imprisoned women for being "incorrigible."

At each landmark, a puzzle challenge unlocks the next chapter. You'll move through Old City Hall, the TD Centre, Fairmont Royal York, St. James Cathedral, and St. Lawrence Market, each one with a story that Toronto's official history skips over.

Solve the puzzles, follow the clues, and discover why Old Town Toronto is far stranger, and darker than it looks. Suitable for ages 14+, no experience needed.

What's included

✓Puzzles at Nathan Phillips Square, TD Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame & more
✓Self-guided dark history game through Old Town Toronto
✓Real history at every stop — Chinese Head Tax, 1904 Great Fire, public hangings
✓Gripping story driven by Toronto's real dark history and hidden secrets
✓Flexible scheduling — start anytime, pause and resume, play at your own pace

Not included

✕Live tour guide (fully self-guided via the free Questo app)

Meeting and pickup

The game starts at the 3D Toronto sign. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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