Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour
Overview
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?
What's Included
- Family-Friendly Tour
- Access to yard of the oldest and most haunted building in Georgetown
- 1 Hour 30 Minute Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour
- Walk down the famed "Exorcist Steps" from the horror movie, The Exorcist.
- Licensed Guide
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
3051 M Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Washington
DC 20007, USA
Tour ends at the Exorcist Steps (36th and Prospect St NW)
What To Expect
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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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- 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 (EDT).
- Family-Friendly Tour.
- Access to yard of the oldest and most haunted building in Georgetown.
- 1 Hour 30 Minute Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour.
- Walk down the famed "Exorcist Steps" from the horror movie, The Exorcist.
- Licensed Guide.
- Gratuity.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Washington DC. 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 2024What's Included
- Family-Friendly Tour
- Access to yard of the oldest and most haunted building in Georgetown
- 1 Hour 30 Minute Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour
- Walk down the famed "Exorcist Steps" from the horror movie, The Exorcist.
- Licensed Guide
- Gratuity
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
