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Georgetown Tours
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Georgetown Ghost Tour & Exorcist Steps Night Walk DC★ 4.78 (762) · 1h 30m
Best priceGeorgetown: History & Gossip Walking Tour with Local Stories★ 4.88 (403) · from US$ 49
Top ratedGeorgetown DC: Food Tour with Local Guide & Italian Tasting★ 4.96 (140) · from US$ 95
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Private experiences (3)
Georgetown Washington DC: Private Walking Tour & Historic HomesYou walk Georgetown's historic streets with a private guide who covers colonial history through the Kennedy era, pointing out homes of famous residents and the C&O Canal. The tour includes time to photograph, moves at a leisurely pace, and works for groups of any size traveling together. You leave knowing the neighborhood's actual story instead of just its reputation.Is it for me?Book this if you want Georgetown's actual history—the colonial roots, the African American community, the Kennedy era—explained by someone who knows it, without arranging a guide yourself or getting lost between the shops and restaurants.
Washington DC: Embassy Row & Georgetown Private Luxury TourYou're driven through Embassy Row's grand diplomatic residences and historic mansions along Massachusetts Avenue, then explore Georgetown's cobblestone streets, Federal architecture, and waterfront on your own terms. Hotel pickup and door-to-door service are included, along with a knowledgeable driver-guide who shares stories about the neighborhoods. The vehicle is air-conditioned and the pacing is entirely flexible — stop longer in Georgetown, skip a section, or add a focus on architecture or history if you want. You return to your hotel without arranging transport or timing yourself around a group schedule.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Embassy Row and Georgetown without arranging your own transport or keeping pace with a group — the private vehicle and flexible schedule let you explore at your own speed and customize what you focus on.
Georgetown & Old Town Alexandria: Private DC Sightseeing TourYou get a private SUV with a driver-guide, transportation between Georgetown and Old Town Alexandria, and the freedom to set your own pace through both neighborhoods' historic streets and waterfronts. No group schedule, no parking hassles, and air conditioning between stops. You decide how long to spend in each place and where to focus your time.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Georgetown and Old Town Alexandria without managing your own transport, parking, or timing—the private vehicle and driver-guide handle all of that, leaving you free to actually look around and linger where something catches your eye.
Up to 2 hours (4)
Georgetown Spy History Tour with Former CIA OfficerYou walk 0.7 miles through Georgetown's spy neighborhoods with a former intelligence officer who shares real field stories and explains the hidden history of WWII and Cold War operatives. The tour includes reading a signal site and unloading a dead drop yourself, turning the theory into something you can test. It's 1.5 hours, small groups, and ends near Martin's Tavern — bring water and comfortable shoes.Is it for me?Book this if you want the real history of Georgetown's spy past explained by someone who actually worked in intelligence, without the Hollywood version — the fixed route and small group size mean you get the stories and can ask questions without getting lost in a crowd.
Georgetown Walking Tour & Photos: Historic DC ArchitectureYou walk through Georgetown's Federal, Gothic, and Victorian architecture with a local guide who explains how each building was preserved and why it mattered. The guide photographs you at key stops—Holy Trinity Church, Georgetown University, St. John's Church, the Volta Bureau—so you leave with pictures of yourself in the neighborhood's history. Small groups, all fees included, a few hours on foot through the oldest continuously preserved neighborhood in DC.Is it for me?This tour works well if you want to understand why Georgetown looks the way it does—the actual preservation decisions and local fights that saved it—rather than just walking past the buildings. The small-group format and guide's planning background mean you get the story behind each stop, not just the facts.
Georgetown Haunted Walking Tour: Exorcist Stairs & JFK SitesYou start at Healy Hall and move through Georgetown's most haunted landmarks — the Exorcist stairs, Halcyon House, Martin's Tavern, and the Old Stone House — at your own pace using the walking tour app. The tour combines Civil War-era ghost stories with local folklore and real historical facts, and you can take it anytime, 24/7, since it never expires and the app doesn't care if you're there at 3am or 3pm.Is it for me?This works well if you want to explore Georgetown's ghost stories without joining a group or sticking to a set departure time — the app-based format means you control when you go and how long you linger at each haunted site.
Washington DC: Georgetown Photowalk & Camera TutoringYou walk through Georgetown's historic streets and riverside paths with a photographer-guide who teaches you camera settings and composition in real time. You stop at the Exorcist steps, along the Potomac, and through neighborhoods where the light and architecture make natural frames. You leave with shots you want to keep and a clearer sense of how to use your camera. The whole experience is paced so you're learning by doing, not rushing past.Is it for me?Book this if you want to improve your photography while exploring Georgetown's actual streets and riverfront, not just visit the neighborhood — the guide's real-time tutoring is what turns a walk into a learning experience, and the small group size means feedback that fits your level.
2 to 5 hours (3)
Georgetown DC: Food Tour & Neighborhood Walk with TastingsYou walk 1.5 miles through Georgetown stopping at four to five local food spots, tasting from a deli, Indian spice shop, Italian cafe, and bakery while your guide explains the neighborhood's history from its mills and canals to its modern food scene. One wine or non-alcoholic pairing is included, dietary restrictions are accommodated, and you're done by early evening with time to explore on your own.Is it for me?Book this if you want to eat like a local without planning which restaurants to hit or worrying about timing—the guide handles the stops, the tastings are already paid for, and you learn the neighborhood's real story while you eat.
Georgetown DC: Food & History Walking Tour with 6 TastingsYou walk Georgetown's oldest neighborhood with a local guide who connects six food tastings to three centuries of history, stopping at locally-owned restaurants and historic sites. The small group (max 8 people) means you're not rushed, and the tour takes 3–3.5 hours with enough food to count as lunch. Mention dietary needs at booking, and know that the tour structure doesn't accommodate vegan, dairy-free, or gluten-free diets.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to understand a neighborhood through its food and history rather than just see its landmarks, and you'd rather have a local guide handle the research and routing than plan it yourself.
Georgetown DC: Morning Food Tour & Historic Cobblestone WalkYou walk Georgetown's historic streets with a guide who knows the neighbourhood's stories—past Kennedy's townhouse, the oldest house in DC, and Georgetown University. You taste fresh pastries, chocolate, gelato, and coffee at five to six local spots, watch the C&O Canal locks work, and finish with a cupcake. All food and beverages are included; the tour takes a morning and requires comfortable walking shoes.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to taste Georgetown rather than just see it—the small-group format and local stops mean you're eating real food, not samples, while learning the neighbourhood's actual history from someone who knows it.
Georgetown Tours — what to know before booking
This guide compares 13 bookable options for Georgetown Tours, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 49. The average rating is 4.9 out of 5, based on 2,058 traveler reviews.
Most options last up to 2 hours. 13 of the 13 options offer free cancellation. 3 private experiences are also available for closed groups. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Georgetown Tours cost?
Prices start at US$ 49. There are 13 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 13 of the 13 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Georgetown Ghost Tour & Exorcist Steps Night Walk DC is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.8 out of 5 across 762 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 3 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
