Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Deep, dark secrets about a forgotten past lie among the manicured gardens and Victorian row houses of DC’s finest neighborhood.
Historical figures stayed here, documenting their experiences in letters & journals. Some have never left, haunting these grand homes to this day.
On this family-friendly nighttime tour, you will learn about this town and be enchanted by its past, present, and future. Halloween vibes all year long.
-Hear stories of a young boy trapped after his accidental death in the oldest residence in DC.
-Learn what happened in Civil War hospitals that make an apartment seem unliveable.
-Learn about the curse of Abraham Lincoln's son.
-Hear a story of a nanny's undying love for her charges - and her rules.
-See lights flicker at a house whose past resident hated electricity and whose ghost haunts our guides.
-End the tour at the famous Exorcist Steps and hear how this movie was based on a true local story. Do you dare to walk down the creepy stairs at night?
Additional Info
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.
What‘s Included
Family-Friendly Tour
Access to yard of the oldest and most haunted building in Georgetown
Licensed Guide
1 Hour 30 Minute Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour
Walk down the famed "Exorcist Steps" from the horror movie, The Exorcist.
Gratuity
What To Expect
Old Stone House
Stories of deaths and ghosts, rumors and murmurs in the Old Stone House
Why will no one live in these apartments for long? Could the building hold memories from when this was a Civil War hospital, full of moans and loss?
Options
Ghosts of Georgetown Walking Tour
Reviews
549 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Late Evening Jaunt into DC's Ghostly Past
Clary M,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Georgia did a wonderful job of regaling us with stories of Georgetown's ghostly history. I'm a relatively new resident of the District and not originally from NCR (DMV), so it was really great to learn more about DC's earlier history as well as its history from more recent times. High marks for an entertaining evening jaunt. I would recommend this to families with teens. Honestly, I don't think we did not experience a story that would frighten older children, but there I do believe it would require parents to be prepared to have followup conversations about causes of death.
Fun little tour not too spooky to give you nightmares
Sequoia M,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00I’m here solo and wanted to check out some sites in a group. I was able to join the same day and Scott our tour host was great! He was captivating and shared tons of stories and fun facts in an engaging way. I also got some good steps in. Really enjoyed this walking tour.
A DC must
April D,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fun interactive way to learn about the history of DC/Georgetown Our tour guide, Wayne was very knowledgeable and engaging.
BEST Haunted Tour in Georgetown!
Kelly R,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Georgia led us on the most amazing tour of haunted Georgetown! She kept the conversation lively and the information flowing; not to mention, she ended the tour with a dramatic flourish! This is definitely a MUST if you're visiting Georgetown!
More than a ghost tour!
Tina K,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s worth it. Our guide (Wayne K) was amazing. Demonstrated his knowledge during the presentation(s). The tour was not rushed and allowed for questions. In regards about the walk time and length of the walk, I felt it was just right.
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