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Take a self-guided haunted walk through Georgetown using a smartphone app—the tour starts at Healy Circle and covers the Exorcist steps, Old Stone House, Martin’s Tavern and more. Download the WalknTours app, enter code exorcist1028, and go at your own pace, day or night.
Take a self-guided haunted walk through Georgetown using a smartphone app—the tour starts at Healy Circle and covers the Exorcist steps, Old Stone House, Martin’s Tavern and more. Download the WalknTours app, enter code exorcist1028, and go at your own pace, day or night.
A low November fog clings to brick facades and narrow alleys as a lone phone screen cuts a pale arc of light across Healy Circle. The tour begins at the John Carroll statue outside Healy Hall; the university’s stone architecture and ironwork seem to lean in, as if eager to share stories of students and senators who once moved these streets.
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A low November fog clings to brick facades and narrow alleys as a lone phone screen cuts a pale arc of light across Healy Circle. The tour begins at the John Carroll statue outside Healy Hall; the university’s stone architecture and ironwork seem to lean in, as if eager to share stories of students and senators who once moved these streets.
Georgetown was founded long before Washington, D.C. grew around it—its cobbles and rowhouses reflect colonial trade, 19th-century commerce along the Potomac, and the university’s 19th-century expansion. That layered history feeds the neighborhood’s folklore: Civil War-era rumors, political scandals, and the cinematic notoriety of the Exorcist steps have all become part of local lore. Walk the same slope where film crews and parishioners once stood, pause outside Martin’s Tavern to hear Kennedy-era anecdotes, and stop at the Old Stone House to imagine life in pre-federal America.
Practically, this is a self-guided, outdoor audio tour delivered through the WalknTours app; it runs roughly 60–90 minutes at a walking pace and lets users go anytime. Download the app, register, and enter code exorcist1028 at the John Carroll Statue to begin. Wear sturdy shoes for uneven sidewalks, bring headphones for the narration, and keep to public sidewalks—many stories point to private residences. The best atmospherics come at dusk, but the route is safe by day. The tour never expires, so listeners can retrace sections to fact-check details or linger where a story catches them. With smartphone narration and historical context, the walk is equal parts local history primer and spine-tingling night walk.
easy.
1–1.5 hours.
Light walking on city sidewalks; suitable for most fitness levels
No. This is a self-guided audio tour available 24/7—start at the John Carroll statue when it suits you.
Download WalknTours, create an account, open the Georgetown tour and enter the experience code exorcist1028 to unlock content.
Georgetown is generally safe, but standard night-time precautions apply: stay in well-lit areas, avoid empty streets if alone, and be respectful of residents.
The tour is suitable for most ages, but sidewalks and the Exorcist steps are steep and uneven; consider skipping stairs or using an alternate path if mobility is limited.
Georgetown predates the federal city and grew as a port and commercial center; its university, taverns and rowhouses preserve layers of 18th–19th century life that feed local folklore.
Stay on sidewalks and public paths, avoid trespassing on private property, and minimize light and noise at night to reduce disturbance to residents and wildlife.
WalknTours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A low November fog clings to brick facades and narrow alleys as a lone phone screen cuts a pale arc of light across Healy Circle. The tour begins at the John Carroll statue outside Healy Hall; the university’s stone architecture and ironwork seem to lean in, as if eager to share stories of students and senators who once moved these streets.
A low November fog clings to brick facades and narrow alleys as a lone phone screen cuts a pale arc of light across Healy Circle. The tour begins at the John Carroll statue outside Healy Hall; the university’s stone architecture and ironwork seem to lean in, as if eager to share stories of students and senators who once moved these streets.
Georgetown was founded long before Washington, D.C. grew around it—its cobbles and rowhouses reflect colonial trade, 19th-century commerce along the Potomac, and the university’s 19th-century expansion. That layered history feeds the neighborhood’s folklore: Civil War-era rumors, political scandals, and the cinematic notoriety of the Exorcist steps have all become part of local lore. Walk the same slope where film crews and parishioners once stood, pause outside Martin’s Tavern to hear Kennedy-era anecdotes, and stop at the Old Stone House to imagine life in pre-federal America.
Practically, this is a self-guided, outdoor audio tour delivered through the WalknTours app; it runs roughly 60–90 minutes at a walking pace and lets users go anytime. Download the app, register, and enter code exorcist1028 at the John Carroll Statue to begin. Wear sturdy shoes for uneven sidewalks, bring headphones for the narration, and keep to public sidewalks—many stories point to private residences. The best atmospherics come at dusk, but the route is safe by day. The tour never expires, so listeners can retrace sections to fact-check details or linger where a story catches them. With smartphone narration and historical context, the walk is equal parts local history primer and spine-tingling night walk.