Washington DC Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps 90-Minute Walking Tour
by DC By Foot
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This 90-minute walking tour in Washington DC explores the haunted history of Georgetown at night. It covers stories connected to the oldest residence in the city, including a young boy who died accidentally and remains trapped there. The tour also discusses the experiences of Civil War hospitals linked to apartments that seem unlivable. Participants hear about the curse involving Abraham Lincoln's son and the tale of a nanny whose spirit still enforces her rules. The route includes visiting the yard of the Old Stone House to learn about deaths and ghost stories tied to that building. Walking through the streets of Georgetown, the guide shares local legends about haunted houses and spooky curses with a family-friendly tone. The walk follows the historic high street, formerly a Native American trading road, now known for its shops and restaurants. The tour continues past an 18th-century home reportedly haunted by a past resident’s ghost and along the cobblestone streets near Georgetown University, noted for its dark spires at night. It concludes at the famous "Exorcist" Steps, where participants learn about the real story behind the horror movie. A licensed guide leads the tour, which includes access to the yard of the oldest haunted building and ends with walking down the Exorcist Steps.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Old Stone House
Visit the Old Stone House yard to hear stories about deaths, ghost sightings, rumors, and strange noises reported in the building.
10 min
Civil War Hospital Apartments
Learn why certain apartments remain unoccupied, possibly due to their history as a Civil War hospital filled with sounds of moans and loss.
10 min
Georgetown
Walk the streets of Georgetown at night while the guide shares local stories of curses, haunted houses, and spooky tales suitable for families, maintaining a Halloween atmosphere year-round.
30 min
Georgetown High Street
Walk along the historic high street, once a Native American trading road, now lined with restaurants and shops.
Haunted 18th-Century Home
View an 18th-century house believed to be haunted by a former resident who refused to leave his life's work.
10 min
Georgetown University
Walk past Georgetown University’s campus, noticing its dark spires under the night sky while traveling on cobblestone streets.
"The Exorcist" Steps
End the tour at the famous Exorcist Steps, where attendees learn about the true story behind the horror film and walk down the stairs.
10 min
Meeting point
We meet outside the spooky Old Stone House 3051 St NW.
End point
Tour ends at the Exorcist Steps (36th and Prospect St NW)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Washington DC Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps 90-Minute Walking Tour
by DC By Foot
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$98Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Washington DC explores the haunted history of Georgetown at night. It covers stories connected to the oldest residence in the city, including a young boy who died accidentally and remains trapped there. The tour also discusses the experiences of Civil War hospitals linked to apartments that seem unlivable. Participants hear about the curse involving Abraham Lincoln's son and the tale of a nanny whose spirit still enforces her rules. The route includes visiting the yard of the Old Stone House to learn about deaths and ghost stories tied to that building. Walking through the streets of Georgetown, the guide shares local legends about haunted houses and spooky curses with a family-friendly tone. The walk follows the historic high street, formerly a Native American trading road, now known for its shops and restaurants. The tour continues past an 18th-century home reportedly haunted by a past resident’s ghost and along the cobblestone streets near Georgetown University, noted for its dark spires at night. It concludes at the famous "Exorcist" Steps, where participants learn about the real story behind the horror movie. A licensed guide leads the tour, which includes access to the yard of the oldest haunted building and ends with walking down the Exorcist Steps.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Old Stone House
Visit the Old Stone House yard to hear stories about deaths, ghost sightings, rumors, and strange noises reported in the building.
10 min
Civil War Hospital Apartments
Learn why certain apartments remain unoccupied, possibly due to their history as a Civil War hospital filled with sounds of moans and loss.
10 min
Georgetown
Walk the streets of Georgetown at night while the guide shares local stories of curses, haunted houses, and spooky tales suitable for families, maintaining a Halloween atmosphere year-round.
30 min
Georgetown High Street
Walk along the historic high street, once a Native American trading road, now lined with restaurants and shops.
Haunted 18th-Century Home
View an 18th-century house believed to be haunted by a former resident who refused to leave his life's work.
10 min
Georgetown University
Walk past Georgetown University’s campus, noticing its dark spires under the night sky while traveling on cobblestone streets.
"The Exorcist" Steps
End the tour at the famous Exorcist Steps, where attendees learn about the true story behind the horror film and walk down the stairs.
10 min
Meeting point
We meet outside the spooky Old Stone House 3051 St NW.
End point
Tour ends at the Exorcist Steps (36th and Prospect St NW)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.