Washington DC: Georgetown Spies and Ghosts Walking Tour

Hear spine-tingling tales of haunted homes & infamous betrayals. From presidential curses to ghost sightings & Cold War double agents, this tour takes you beyond monuments & into the shadows.
Step into the shadows of Washington, DC with this one-of-a-kind walking tour through Georgetown, where ivy-covered mansions hide Cold War secrets and restless spirits linger behind historic facades. This isn’t your typical ghost tour; it’s a gripping blend of real-life espionage, haunted legends, and untold stories from America’s most secretive neighborhood.

You’ll explore Georgetown’s storied streets and hear spine-tingling tales of haunted homes, secret CIA safehouses, and infamous betrayals. Visit the former home of “Wild Bill” Donovan, founder of the OSS and godfather of American intelligence. Stand outside Robert Todd Lincoln’s residence and learn how his life was eerily intertwined with three presidential assassinations. Step into the past at the Old Stone House, DC’s oldest building and one of its most haunted, and uncover chilling colonial ghost lore.

Along the way, stop by Martin’s Tavern, rumored to host secret Cold War meetings (and where JFK proposed to Jackie!), and revisit the dramatic defection of KGB officer Vladimir Yurchenko, who vanished mid-meal just a block away. Hear strange legends surrounding Halcyon House, a mansion tied to occult architecture and eerie hauntings. The tour ends at the iconic Exorcist Steps, where cinematic horror, psychological warfare, and urban legend collide.

From presidential curses to Cold War double agents and ghost sightings that defy logic, this tour takes you beyond monuments and into the shadows. Whether you’re a history lover, paranormal enthusiast, or curious traveler looking for something different, this Georgetown spies and ghosts tour offers an unforgettable, story-rich experience. Perfect for fans of ghost tours, true crime, secret history, and all things mysterious in Washington, DC.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.