Ghosts of Georgetown & The Exorcist Steps Walking Tour

Recommended by 95% of travelers

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Washington DC, USA

High interest

Booked 5+ times today.

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.8

· Daniel_T ·

Apr 2026

Easy walk. Very knowledgeable and pleasant guide (Georgina). Pleasant evening ambiance. Fun and nostalgic ghost stories. The streets of Georgetown are gorgeous

· Sheila_J ·

Mar 2026

This particular ghost tour is good for all ages. The narrator did a good job of ensuring that the stories were meaningful for adult and young adult without freaking out my six-year-old. Stories were relevant to the history of DC. More informative than others we have been on and enjoyed starting with the story at the old stone house

Overview

Discover the hidden history and local legends of Georgetown with a ghost tour. Today the upscale area is bustling with tourists, but it also has a darker past. Learn about supernatural occurrences and listen to true crime stories as you stroll past Victorian row houses, churches, and alleys of the city’s oldest neighborhood.

See Georgetown without the tourist crowds
Enjoy an offbeat nighttime tour with friends
Listen to spooky stories about the neighborhood
Visit locations with reported hauntings

What's Included

1 Hour 30 Minute Ghosts of Georgetown Night-Time Walking Tour
Walk down the famed "Exorcist Steps" from the horror movie, The Exorcist.
Family-Friendly Tour
Licensed Guide
Access to yard of the oldest and most haunted building in Georgetown

Gratuity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Old Stone House
3051 M St NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
We meet outside the spooky Old Stone House 3051 St NW.

End point

The Exorcist Steps
Washington, DC 20007, USA
Tour ends at the Exorcist Steps (36th and Prospect St NW)

Itinerary

Start your ghost tour of Georgetown by meeting your guide and group at the Old Stone House after dark.

As you walk past the cemeteries, churches, and alleys of Washington DC’s oldest neighborhood, delve into the hidden stories and supernatural occurrences that have shaped Georgetown from a small port to a major commercial center.

The tour takes you to the renowned "The Exorcist" Steps, where chilling tales unfold, and true crime stories come to life. Immerse yourself in the offbeat atmosphere of Georgetown at night, avoiding the tourist crowds and enjoying an unconventional experience with friends.

The tour concludes at The Exorcist Steps.

Old Stone House

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Colonial

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Georgetown

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wisconsin Avenue Northwest (Pass By)

Halcyon

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Georgetown University (Pass By)

"The Exorcist" Steps

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 669 reviews

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Ghost tour in Georgetown

Birgitta_L, May 2026

This tour will tell you a lot about Georgetowns history., You walk a lot, but our tour guide Wayne makes lots of stops, so it’s easy to follow.

Ghost tours of Georgetown

Judy_K, May 2026

Great guide Wayne. Very informative. Loved the stories and the walk could not of asked for a better day. Would definitely say this is a must

It is a fun experience....

NielsTobias_A, May 2026

It is a fun experience. Tours like this depend on the storytelling a Wayne is a great storyteller. Some people seemed genuinely frightened…

Fantastic and fun!...

Amber_L, Apr 2026

Fantastic and fun! Georgia was such an amazing guide and 10/10 recommend her! If you have some time at night you gotta do this!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you had a fun experience with Georgia. We truly appreciate the 10/10 recommendation!

A fun and informative time

Guy_P, Apr 2026

Sonia was a great guide. She shared not only stories about ghosts, but also took us to some historical sites in Georgetown. I highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Sonia and appreciated the mix of ghost stories and history. We truly value your recommendation!

Ghost Tour in Georgetown

Aixa_L, Apr 2026

It was interesting and educational. Vicky was very knowledgeable. She kept the group engaged and encouraged for participation.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and appreciated her engaging and informative style!

Fun and informative ....

Kimberly_K, Apr 2026

Fun and informative . Georgetown is beautiful at night and the guide Georgia is great! She has a wonderful knowledge of history, ghosts and all!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Georgia and loved Georgetown at night. We truly appreciate your kind words!

Easy walk. Very...

Daniel_T, Apr 2026

Easy walk. Very knowledgeable and pleasant guide (Georgina). Pleasant evening ambiance. Fun and nostalgic ghost stories. The streets of Georgetown are gorgeous

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Georgina and loved the atmosphere and stories. Georgetown truly is beautiful!

Vicky Is Wonderful

Alexander_C, Apr 2026

A great walk back through history. And like history, the path can be uneven and full of holes. Bring a flashlight.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the historical walk—great tip about bringing a flashlight!

Ghost Walk

Somer_A, Apr 2026

Wonderfully historical and spooky. We adored our guide and her great skill in story telling. One of the highlights of our visit to DC.

A DC must!

Andrea_W, Apr 2026

We really enjoyed Wayne’s knowledge and storytelling as we learned about all the haunted places around Georgetown. He made it really interesting with all the same details.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed Wayne’s storytelling and learned so much about Georgetown’s haunted history. We truly appreciate your kind words!

Engaging guides with a...

Amanda_H, Apr 2026

Engaging guide with a lot of information. I appreciated the iPad that provided photographs of experiences and history.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the tour and found the visuals and storytelling helpful. Happy to hear it enhanced your experience!

My husband and I attended...

Desiree_U, Apr 2026

My husband and I attended the Ghosts of Georgetown tour, and had a fabulous time. Wayne was our guide, and he was informative, personable, kind, and funny. The tour was mixed with ghost stories and history, which was a perfect blend along with the sightseeing. I would recommend this tour, and Wayne as a guide to anyone interested in a spooky good time! ☺️

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you had a fabulous time with Wayne and enjoyed the perfect blend of history and ghost stories. We truly appreciate your recommendation!

History disguised as ghost stories

Hillary_Z, Apr 2026

The tour is provides wonderful gossip and local lore tied to the history of Georgetown presented in the form of ghost stories. You learn the lifestyle specific to the time and place of everyday people with hair-raising, eerie tales of the unexplained.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the mix of local history, lore, and spooky storytelling. It truly makes for a unique experience!

Highly recommend

Michelle_C, Apr 2026

Incredibly engaging and historically interesting. My jaw dropped a few times. My husband, a film nerd, absolutely loved the Exorcist ending. I would highly recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you found the tour engaging and memorable—love that the Exorcist ending was a hit! We truly appreciate your recommendation!

Great guide & atories

Jennifer_F, Apr 2026

Mariah was a reat guide, she really made the stories interesting and did a fantastic job answering everyone's questions! Also, I loved seeing beautiful Georgetown

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Mariah and loved exploring beautiful Georgetown!

Great story-telling......

Abby_U, Apr 2026

Great story-telling... The ghost sories wete very family-friendly and the tour was at an easy pace. Georgetown is a beautiful setting, too.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the family-friendly stories and easy pace. Georgetown truly is a beautiful setting!

Great tour! Got an in...

Drew_M, Apr 2026

Great tour! Got an in depth look at a lot of different houses around Georgetown, Vicki is an excellent tour guide!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and exploring the beautiful homes of Georgetown. We truly appreciate your kind words!

Great tour guide and well worth your time!!

Sara_K, Apr 2026

This was a great experience and an awesome way to explore Georgetown at night!! Our guide, Wayne told us so much history and ghost stories, he was a very experienced guide and was such a pleasure!! I would highly recommend this tour on your vacation list!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring Georgetown at night with Wayne. We truly appreciate your recommendation!

Interesting and very informative

fiorella_c, Apr 2026

Bundle up if it’s cold! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and charming. It was early April and a bit chilly, so layer up!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated your guide’s charm and knowledge. Great tip about layering up!

Better than the other ghost tour here in DC

Sheila_J, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the balance of history and family-friendly storytelling. Happy to hear it was a great experience for all ages!

Spooky & Interesting

Janine_M, Mar 2026

It was a wonderful blend of ghost tour with history. Trevor made it fun and interesting. A great way to spend an evening.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the blend of history and ghost stories with Trevor. Sounds like a perfect evening!

Highly Recommend

Marissa_S, Mar 2026

Our tour guide Sonia was the best! She was witty and super knowledgeable about all of the sites and histories. There was clear research behind the locations with pictures to go along with it. She was interactive and we had a fantastic time.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you had a fantastic time with Sonia and enjoyed her engaging, well-researched storytelling!

Silly quirky evening fun

Bryan_W, Mar 2026

Sonia was a delight. The cheesy jokes were flying and we got to take a walking tour of a beautiful neighborhood and make friends with our fellow wanderers. I’m not even a believer in supernatural anything and this was a bright spot in a trip full of them. Highly recommended. “The Tombs” is the final stop in the tour if you fancy a drink before calling it a night.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Sonia and her fun sense of humor. Sounds like a perfect evening—thanks for the recommendation!

It was very good and...

Gail_C, Mar 2026

It was very good and Trevor was a fantastic tour guide. We really enjoyed ourselves and would recommend this to anyone that is coming to DC.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Trevor. We truly appreciate your recommendation!

Very responsive , fun and knowledgeable staff

Tony_D, Mar 2026

Verify that Viator communicates booking with tour company. The staff at Georgetown Ghost tours were fantastic and incredibly accommodating in responding to calls and rescheduling our reservation

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad our Georgetown team was able to assist and accommodate you.

It was very fun, sonya is...

Molli_C, Mar 2026

It was very fun, sonya is a very good tour guide. She keeps you wanting to hear more of the story and has many jokes along the way.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Sonia and her fun, engaging storytelling!

Wayne is the best! Highly recommend

Gabrielle_I, Jan 2026

Wayne was AMAZING!!!!! My sister and I had an awesome evening strolling through gorge town learning about all of the spooky stories. I will take the tour again with others because it was that good!! Wayne was so hospitable, funny and most importantly, super knowledgeable. He was very engaging and led a fantastic tour!

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you! We’re so glad you had an amazing time and enjoyed the tour!

Interesting history and ghost tour

Carmen_L, Jan 2026

Really interesting history/ghost tour in Georgetown. Wayne was amazing. Funny, knows tons of interesting info about DC. Would definitely recommend if you are interested in history, paranormal, movies, or architecture (just bc the town is at beautiful).

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Georgetown history and ghost tour with Wayne. So glad you appreciated the mix of history, paranormal stories, movies, and architecture—thanks for the recommendation!

Wonderful tour!

Beth_L, Jan 2026

Scott was an amazing guide! He’s very engaging. He knew the town and really enjoyed what he does! We can’t wait to come back and do another tour with him!