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Revenue managementDynamic pricingChannel managementOTA managementBooking.com managementListing optimizationVacation rental marketingTwo hours exploring Georgetown's dark secrets — hear ghost stories as you walk through the historic neighbourhood, ending at the Exorcist Steps.
This two-hour walking tour takes you through Georgetown's atmospheric streets, where you'll hear tales of ghostly apparitions and local history. The tour covers significant sites, revealing stories about a young boy trapped after his death, eerie happenings in Civil War hospitals, and the ominous curse affecting Abraham Lincoln's son.
The family-friendly tour retains a spooky charm throughout the year, recounting legends of a devoted nanny and the ghostly presence of an old resident who disliked electricity. It concludes at the famous Exorcist Steps, where you'll learn about the local origins of the iconic horror film before braving the descent down these infamous stairs.
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It was an excellent experience. I highly recommend it. Our guide, Scott, was very amiable and provided clear explanations. His tour was engaging, filled with captivating stories that fascinated all of us.
The tour provided was both informative and engaging. Scott, our guide, excelled at detailing the history of Georgetown, including its notable residents, events, and landmarks.
Wayne was an excellent tour guide! Being in a small group allowed for plenty of conversation. We gained a lot of historical knowledge along with some intriguing ghost stories. This tour is definitely worth the time.
Wayne was an excellent guide, providing a wealth of information. I thoroughly enjoyed the stories, and the walk was perfect. I highly recommend this experience as a must-do.
The ghost tour in Georgetown provides a wealth of historical information. Although there's a fair amount of walking involved, our guide Wayne frequently stops, making it easy to keep up.
I thoroughly enjoyed the entire tour. Vicky was excellent, providing clear explanations and being patient with me as I arrived late. Her storytelling and attention to detail were impressive. I highly recommend this experience. Also, Vicky, I suggest including the old town house tour in the itinerary.
The walk in Georgetown was pleasant and manageable, featuring stops at intriguing houses accompanied by charming stories. Vicky, our guide, was friendly and knowledgeable. There wasn't an overwhelming focus on ghosts.
Our guide Georgia was excellent. As someone who has lived in the DMV for a long time, I was surprised that around 95% of the information she shared was new to us. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour, especially during this season with many graduates celebrating at Georgetown University. The stories about ghosts and curses were particularly enjoyable.
I had an excellent experience! Our guide Wayne was not only friendly but also very knowledgeable and a captivating storyteller. The tour was enjoyable, eerie, and concluded on a high note at the Exorcist steps. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore safely with a passionate guide who loves history.
Sonia was excellent. She managed to keep everything organized even with the rain. Our group had a great time!
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