Our Agents’ Favourite Haunted Escape Rooms for a Truly Spooky Halloween

Halloween is creeping up, and what better way to embrace the spooky season than by visiting some of the most haunted escape rooms in and around Toronto? Our agents love a good challenge, but when it comes to spooky places with a history of hauntings, even they get a little nervous. Here are five of their favourite spots to test your wits—and your nerves—this Halloween.

1. Casa Loma – Station M

Nothing screams spooky quite like a gothic castle, right? Casa Loma is already the kind of place where you expect to see something out of the corner of your eye (that hopefully isn’t there). In Station M, you’re solving puzzles in secret tunnels during WWII, but let’s be real—being in a castle’s hidden corridors at night might be the real test. Our agents aren’t saying the castle is haunted... but they’re not not saying it either. When you're done being creeped out, Casa Loma is a beautiful place to visit during the day. Explore the gorgeous gardens, get lost in its opulent rooms, or enjoy the view of Toronto from the top. It’s one of the few spots where you can feel like royalty—even if you were just running for your life the night before.

2. Black Creek Pioneer Village – Haunted Escape Room

You know what’s scarier than a haunted house? A haunted village. At night. Black Creek Pioneer Village lets you explore an eerie village frozen in time while dodging ghosts of the past. Our agents love the village's charm during the day but after dark? Not so much. Solve the puzzles quickly before you become a permanent resident! If you're looking for a more laid-back visit, the village offers a great escape from city life with its historic buildings, interactive exhibits, and family-friendly atmosphere. You can experience the past without worrying about bumping into any unwanted ghostly visitors

3. Spadina Museum – Escape Room

The Spadina Museum is full of elegance and history, but once you step inside, it feels like you’re walking into a time capsule with a spooky twist. Creaky floors and darkened corners—perfect ingredients for an escape room where you’re not sure what’s waiting around the next corner. Our agents love the museum’s vintage charm, but they admit hearing footsteps when no one’s there isn’t exactly their idea of fun. However, during daylight hours, the museum is a delight for history buffs, offering a glimpse into Toronto’s upper-class lifestyle in the early 1900s with guided tours that showcase stunning architecture and decor.

4. Dundurn Castle (Hamilton) – The Archives Escape Room

Dundurn Castle may be a short drive from Toronto, but trust us—it’s worth the trip. Beneath its picturesque exterior lies a wartime bunker with creepy puzzles and unsettling vibes. Our agents are sure they heard something moving in the shadows down there, but no one was brave enough to stay and find out. When it’s not Halloween, Dundurn Castle offers a more relaxed experience with its grand estate and beautifully restored 1850s rooms. Take a tour, enjoy the surrounding gardens, and soak in the history without worrying about something spooky lurking in the background.

5. Cobourg Jail – Post Mortem

Exploring an old jail at night is enough to give anyone chills, and Cobourg Jail doesn’t disappoint. Our agents may be great at finding dream homes, but this is one place they wouldn’t recommend settling down in. Dark cells, cold corridors, and the unsettling feeling that you’re not alone make this escape room a truly spine-tingling experience. If you prefer your historical tours without the scares, the jail offers fascinating daytime tours that dive into the lives of the prisoners who once called this place home. It’s a rare look into Ontario’s past—just don’t be surprised if the atmosphere still feels a little eerie.

So, if you want to get your heart racing this Halloween, these historical escape rooms in and around Toronto are the perfect mix of brain-bending puzzles and spooky thrills. Our agents will be cheering you on... from a safe distance!