Top Ghost Tours in Washington, D.C.
In the heart of the nation’s capital, a tumultuous history is never far behind, and it often refuses to stay silent. Meet the ghosts of this historic city on one of the top ghost tours in Washington, D.C.
Get TicketsFor some, the White House and iconic monuments are what comes to mind at the thought of Washington, D.C. But behind these awe-inspiring monuments and cultural centers lies a long history of unrest. Civil War hospitals once overflowed with the dying, and epidemics filled local cemeteries to capacity. Assassinations and violent protests left tragic stains on the city’s history, culminating in a deeply heavy atmosphere that is felt by anyone who visits. Take a ghost tour to uncover the hidden side of America’s capital.
Best Ghost Tours in Washington, D.C.
Explore the haunted corners of Washington, D.C. on one of the top ghost tours in Washington, D.C.
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Come close to the darker chapter of D.C.’s history during the Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour. During this tour, professional guides lead groups past Lafayette Square, Ford’s Theater, and other historic sites linked to war, assassination, and tragedy. Along the way, hear thoroughly researched stories of soldiers, presidents, and ordinary citizens whose stories didn’t end with death. Their legacies continue to this day; learn all about them during this immersive and unforgettable tour.
National Nightmares, LLC
National Nightmares offers guided walks through parts of Downtown D.C., highlighting well-known landmarks such as the Treasury Building and Lafayette Square. Guests will hear ghost stories connected to these sites and bits of historical background along the way. The tour offers a general overview of the city’s haunted reputation without revealing any gruesome details that might not be appropriate for children and particularly sensitive individuals.
Nightly Spirits
Nightly Spirits takes groups along streets lined with historic buildings, including several stops near the White House and the surrounding area. Your guide will share a collection of familiar ghost stories and urban legends tied to political intrigue and reported hauntings in the Washington area. Overall, Nightly Spirits provides a straightforward overview of D.C.’s ghostly history without diving too deep into the details.
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Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Join our DC ghost tour and explore the city’s most haunted and historic locations by night. Discover the chilling and tragic history that lingers in DC’s shadows.
At the steps behind the Treasury Building (NOT the Treasury Annex) at the intersection of 15th Street NW and F Street NW
Tour Meeting Location: At the steps behind the Treasury Building (NOT the Treasury Annex) at the intersection of 15th Street NW and F Street NW
Tour Times: 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM & 9:00 PM
Tour Length: 1 Hour
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Dreaded Dead Descent of the District: DC Ghost Tour
Join our DC ghost tour and explore the city’s most haunted and historic locations by night. Discover the chilling and tragic history that lingers in DC’s shadows.
Tour Meeting Location: At the steps behind the Treasury Building (NOT the Treasury Annex) at the intersection of 15th Street NW and F Street NW
Tour Times: 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM & 9:00 PM
Tour Length: 1 Hour
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Take this DC Boo's and Booze haunted pub crawl tour and add some spirits and spirits fun into your vacation or work week!
The Old Ebbit Grill, 675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Tour Meeting Location: The Old Ebbit Grill, 675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Tour Times: 5:15 PM & 6:00 PM
Tour Length: 2 Hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
DC Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl
Take this DC Boo's and Booze haunted pub crawl tour and add some spirits and spirits fun into your vacation or work week!
Tour Meeting Location: The Old Ebbit Grill, 675 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20005
Tour Times: 5:15 PM & 6:00 PM
Tour Length: 2 Hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
DC Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour
Join us on a ghost tour around the White House! With our Ultimate Tour, you get more locations, and more haunted stories.
General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Meeting Location: General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Times: 10:00 PM
Tour Length: 75 minutes
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
DC Ghosts Ultimate Dead of Night Haunted Ghost Tour
Join us on a ghost tour around the White House! With our Ultimate Tour, you get more locations, and more haunted stories.
Tour Meeting Location: General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Times: 10:00 PM
Tour Length: 75 minutes
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Secrets, Spies, and Symbols DC: Mysteries of the Memorials Unlocked
Join us on the National Mall memorials to explore the vivid portraits of the commitment and sacrifice of those who came before us.
At the public restrooms in front of the Washington Monument
Tour Meeting Location: At the public restrooms in front of the Washington Monument
Tour Times: 3:00 PM
Tour Length: 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Secrets, Spies, and Symbols DC: Mysteries of the Memorials Unlocked
Join us on the National Mall memorials to explore the vivid portraits of the commitment and sacrifice of those who came before us.
Tour Meeting Location: At the public restrooms in front of the Washington Monument
Tour Times: 3:00 PM
Tour Length: 2 hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House and DC
Dive into the madness of cover-ups, conspiracies, deadly plots, and more as you get a crash course on the secret history of D.C. Deep in D.C.’s past are a collection of mysterious and shocking stories that outline a hidden history previously known to only an elite few.
General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Meeting Location: General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Times: 11:00 AM
Tour Length: 2 Hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House and DC
Dive into the madness of cover-ups, conspiracies, deadly plots, and more as you get a crash course on the secret history of D.C. Deep in D.C.’s past are a collection of mysterious and shocking stories that outline a hidden history previously known to only an elite few.
Tour Meeting Location: General Andrew Jackson Statue, located in the center of the Lafayette Park
Tour Times: 11:00 AM
Tour Length: 2 Hours
Ghost tours are held nightly, rain or shine!
Hauntings of Washington, D.C.
Uncover the spectral Presidents and children still roaming the halls of the White House.
Visit D.C.’s most haunted hotels to learn where you can share a room with spirits.
Discover the tragedy of Stephen Decatur, the victim of a duel just yards from the White House.
Check out the theater where John Wilkes Booth is said to skulk outside in the dead of night.
Book a ghost tour with DC Ghosts to uncover the ghosts of Washington, D.C., and hear their tragic tales.
About DC Ghosts
DC Ghosts leads haunting walking ghost tours through Washington, D.C., guided by local experts who blend rigorous history with chilling otherworldly lore. Guests gain access to haunted sites often skipped by other tours, with tales that tie political intrigue, wars, and tragedy to ghostly phenomena lingering in the capital. Whether you’re a believer, a history buff, or a skeptic looking for excitement, their immersive walks offer a captivating, interactive glimpse into D.C.’s darker side.
