Washington Georgetown Spies and Ghosts Walking Tour 90 min

Georgetown’s ivy-covered mansions and storied streets hold more than elegant history. On this Washington Georgetown Spies and Ghosts Walking Tour, hear true tales of restless spirits, Cold War secrets, and dramatic betrayals as you explore one of the city’s most atmospheric neighborhoods.

Your 90-minute walk brings together haunted legends and real-life espionage. Stand outside the former home of “Wild Bill” Donovan, known as the father of modern American intelligence, and hear how Robert Todd Lincoln’s life intersected with three presidential assassinations. Visit the Old Stone House, described as DC’s oldest and most haunted building, and pass Martin’s Tavern, where JFK proposed to Jackie. The stories continue with a KGB officer’s mid-meal defection, the occult lore of Halcyon House, and a final stop at the famous Exorcist Steps.

With a live guide leading the way, this Georgetown Spies and Ghosts Walking Tour offers a vivid look at the secrets and legends woven into Washington’s past. Arrive 15 minutes early and get ready to see Georgetown in a different light.