Beechwood Cemetery Evening Tour: Tales from the Mausoleum｜Canada

Discover a side of Beechwood Cemetery few ever see. As evening settles over Ottawa, step through the gates for a rare, after-hours experience at Canada’s national resting place.

Follow winding pathways past crypts and ornate headstones as daylight fades and the cemetery is cloaked in darkness. Towering trees cast long shadows, and historic monuments seem to come alive in the quiet dusk. Along the way, hear tales of Beechwood’s earliest days, ghostly legends, and strange encounters reported by staff and visitors. Some stories may send a chill up your spine, while others invite quiet reflection on mysteries from the past.

The highlight of the evening comes at the end, with a rare opportunity to enter the Mausoleum after dark. Inside this remarkable space, you’ll hear one last, spine-tingling story, a moment set aside for those who are curious and brave.

For your comfort and safety, we recommend bringing a flashlight and dressing for the weather. Whether you’re drawn by history, the thrill of ghost stories, or a desire to explore Ottawa in a new light, this tour will reveal Beechwood Cemetery’s secrets in a way you’ll never forget.