moderate
1 hour 30 minutes
Moderate mobility required: able to climb multiple flights of stairs and stand for extended periods
Step inside the Octagon House in Irvington, NY, for a 90-minute immersive ghost tour that brings the haunting legend of the Lady in White to life amid historic architecture and period rooms. Discover why this unique storytelling experience captivates visitors searching for history and mystery.
Please arrive no more than 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to ensure smooth check-in and parking availability.
Prepare for walking up and down three flights of stairs and standing during the 90-minute tour.
Free parking is available onsite but limited; carpooling is recommended to conserve spots.
Non-flash photography is allowed, but selfie sticks, tripods, and large equipment are prohibited inside the house.
The Octagon House was built in the mid-1800s and is one of the few remaining eight-sided homes in the United States, deeply tied to Irvington’s architectural heritage.
Tours emphasize preservation, asking visitors to respect the home’s delicate furnishings and minimize impact on this private residence.
Supportive shoes are necessary to navigate stairs and historic floors safely.
Historic homes can be chilly in spring; layering keeps you comfortable.
spring specific
Capture the atmospheric interior without disturbing the tour with flash photography.
Staying hydrated is important, but no food or drink allowed inside the home itself.
summer specific