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Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

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
  • 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
  • Live tour guide (fully self-guided via the free Questo app)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

100 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON M5H 2N2, Canada

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Toronto
ON M5E 1C3, Canada

You will be guided step by step to St. Lawrence Market by the Questo app. Follow the instructions closely and you'll get here.

What To Expect

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Toronto City Hall (pass by)

Originally installed for the 2015 Pan American Games as a temporary attraction meant to be dismantled in November 2016 at the earliest, the City of Toronto decided to continue to operate the sign after it became popular with tourists and residents.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Old City Hall (pass by)

Toronto's Old City Hall was one of the largest buildings in Toronto and the largest civic building in North America upon completion in 1899. It was the burgeoning city's third city hall. It housed Toronto's municipal government and courts for York County and Toronto, taking over from the Adelaide Street Court House.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Toronto-Dominion Centre (pass by)

The Toronto-Dominion Centre, or TD Centre, is an office complex in the Financial District of downtown Toronto owned by Cadillac Fairview. It serves as the global headquarters for its anchor tenant, the Toronto-Dominion Bank, and provides office and retail space for many other businesses. The complex consists of six towers and a pavilion covered in bronze-tinted glass and black painted steel. Approximately 21,000 people work in the complex, making it the largest commercial office complex in Canada.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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The Pasture (pass by)

Between the towers are two large expanses, collectively known as Oscar Peterson Place. The northern space contains a more formal tract of granite, while the southern space contains the lawn and features The Pasture, a sculpture by Saskatchewan artist Joe Fafard, who died in early 2019.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Fairmont Royal York (pass by)

Through a history of nearly 90 years, the Fairmont Royal York has played host royal guests, heads of state, celebrities, superstars of sport, and millions of others. It has been a crucial lynchpin in the history of Toronto luxury.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Hockey Hall of Fame (pass by)

Its first permanent building opened at Exhibition Place in 1961. The hall was relocated in 1993, and is now in Downtown Toronto, inside Brookfield Place, and a historic Bank of Montreal building. The Hockey Hall of Fame has hosted International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) exhibits and the IIHF Hall of Fame since 1998.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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The Omni King Edward Hotel (pass by)

The King Edward Hotel was designed by Chicago architect Henry Ives Cobb and Toronto architect E.J. Lennox for developer George Gooderham's Toronto Hotel Company, and was granted its name by namesake King Edward VII. The structure opened in 1903 with 400 rooms and 300 baths, and it claimed to be entirely fireproof.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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The Cathedral Church of St. James (pass by)

The Cathedral Church of St. James is an Anglican cathedral in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is the location of the oldest congregation in the city, with the parish being established in 1797.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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King Street East & Jarvis Street (pass by)

St. Lawrence Hall opened in 1850 and was Toronto's first large meeting hall. Named for Canada's patron saint, it was for many years the centre of cultural and political life in Toronto, hosting many balls, receptions, concerts, exhibitions and lectures.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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St. Lawrence Market (pass by)

The St. Lawrence Market South building is a major public market building in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is located on the southwest corner of Front and Lower Jarvis Streets. Along with the St. Lawrence Market North and St. Lawrence Hall, it comprises the St. Lawrence Market complex.Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Puzzles at Nathan Phillips Square, TD Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame & more.
  • 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.
  • Self-guided dark history game through Old Town Toronto.
The following is NOT included:
  • Live tour guide (fully self-guided via the free Questo app).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Toronto Ghost Hunt: Dark History Self-Guided Game will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Puzzles at Nathan Phillips Square, TD Centre, Hockey Hall of Fame & more
  • 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
  • Self-guided dark history game through Old Town Toronto
  • Live tour guide (fully self-guided via the free Questo app)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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