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Washington DC Ghost Tour: Capitol Hauntings of D.C.

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Embark on the Washington DC Ghost Tour, an interactive ghost walk through The District's eerie landmarks. Solve paranormal puzzles and capture haunting photo challenges at iconic sites like Ford's Theatre and the Renwick Gallery. Unearth local legends and spooky stories on this ghost-themed walking tour while earning points along the way!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Washington. This top rated Washington DC Ghost Tour scavenger hunt is 1.77 miles and has 7 stops.

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Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.84 KM (1.77 Mi)
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Washington DC Ghost Tour: Capitol Hauntings of D.C.
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Clock duration icon Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Map distance icon Distance 2.84 KM (1.77 Mi)
Calendar icon Go anytime

Embark on the Washington DC Ghost Tour, an interactive ghost walk through The District's eerie landmarks. Solve paranormal puzzles and capture haunting photo challenges at iconic sites like Ford's Theatre and the Renwick Gallery. Unearth local legends and spooky stories on this ghost-themed walking tour while earning points along the way!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Washington. This top rated Washington DC Ghost Tour scavenger hunt is 1.77 miles and has 7 stops.

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Renwick Gallery

Discover Renwick Gallery by day; embrace it's haunted side by night. Enjoy artful chills and local lore during your Washington DC Ghost Tour adventure.

Treasury Building

Feel the chill outside the Treasury Building, where local legends speak of lingering spirits. Discover it's haunted past on a spine-tingling Washington DC Ghost Tour.

National Theatre

Stand outside the National Theatre and sense it's haunted aura. Hear tales of fires and a murdered actor as you delve into it's spooky history on a ghost-themed walking tour.

Ford's Theatre

Explore Ford's Theatre, where John Wilkes Booth left his mark. Uncover chilling urban legends and feel a ghostly presence at this historic site during your haunted history tour.

The Sun Building

Explore the haunted past of The White House on our Washington DC Ghost Tour. Feel the eerie presence as you uncover tales of ghostly apparitions and mysterious events that have occurred within it's historic walls.

Truist Building

Visit Ford's Theatre for a spine-tingling experience on our ghost tour. Hear tales of Lincoln's ghost and other paranormal activities that haunt this historic site, making it a must-see for thrill-seekers.

Hay-Adams Hotel

Outside Hay-Adams Hotel, hear tales of Marian's spirit stirring breezes among it's windows. Join an interactive ghost walk to explore this haunted location's eerie stories.

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Activity Type: Anytime Ghost Tour

Starting Area: 1661 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington D.C., DC 20006, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.77 Mi (2.84 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Fun & Historic

Extra Admissions: None


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How the Washington DC Ghost Tour works

Simply download our app on your phone to begin your Washington DC Ghost Tour adventure. Use it to solve riddles, complete photo challenges at haunted sites, and uncover hidden gems around the city. Earn points as you go, compete for top spots on our leaderboard, and enjoy a mobile-first experience that's both fun and intuitive.

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Love a little competition? On the Washington DC Ghost Tour, each player will tackle interactive challenges at spots like Ford's Theatre. Work together to solve trivia questions and complete photo challenges for bragging rights atop our leaderboard—an exhilarating way to engage with DC's ghostly history!

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Reviews for Washington DC Ghost Tour: Capitol Hauntings of D.C.

5 star reviews

Thank you all for this grand and spooky hunt!!!!!

Bob Greeson

5 star reviews

Love it!!

Sean Brown Jr

5 star reviews

Very fun for the kids and us we would recommend this to someone who has time and is not afraid to get a little exercise !

Tricia Moore

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Finding hidden gems during our ghost walk around the National Theatre made this DC tour an absolute must-do Highly recommended for tourists

Noah Bennett

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The haunted sites like Decatur House offered a spine-tingling vibe It was one of the best things to do outdoors in Monumental City

Ava Mitchell

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Exploring the haunted history of Downtown DC was a unique date night The ghost stories around Ford's Theatre made it an unforgettable adventure

Ethan Carter

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This ghost-themed walking tour through DC's eerie landmarks was perfect for a family day out We loved learning urban legends at Lafayette Square

Olivia Thompson

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We had an amazing time on the Washington Ghost Tour. Walking past spooky sites like the Hay-Adams and Renwick Gallery was thrilling in Capital City.

Liam Price

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This ghost walk is a perfect thing to do in Washington. We discovered hidden gems like Decatur House and enjoyed spooky storytelling throughout.

Emma Clark

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A great outdoor activity for families in DC. We loved solving puzzles and learning about urban legends, especially near the White House.

James Green

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Exploring Downtown DC with this ghost-themed walking tour was thrilling. The haunted history shared at Ford's Theatre was particularly fascinating.

Lucy Smith

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A fantastic date idea in DC. The eerie tales at the Hay-Adams Hotel added a mysterious charm to our evening adventure around the Downtown Ghost Tour.

Tom Wright

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The Washington Ghost Tour was such a fun way to explore the haunted past of the city! Loved walking through Lafayette Square and hearing spooky stories.

Alice Brown

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The Washington Ghost Tour is a must-do when visiting DC. Walking past the Treasury Building gave me chills hearing it's haunted past.

Noah Reed

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Discovering haunted stories around the National Theatre made for an excellent outdoor activity in downtown DC.

Isabella Morgan

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For a unique date night, try this ghost-themed walking tour in DC. The Renwick Gallery's history added an eerie twist to our evening.

Oliver Jameson

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My family and I had a blast on the Downtown Ghost Tour. The tale of Decatur House was both chilling and fascinating, great for kids too.

Sophia Bennett

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Exploring downtown Washington with the ghost tour was a memorable experience. We loved the spooky stories at Ford's Theatre and Lafayette Square.

Ethan Carter

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As tourists, we found this ghost tour a fun way to see Washington's points of interest. The haunted vibes at Hay-Adams Hotel were so intriguing!

Charlotte Kingston

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Strolling through DC's historic sites like the White House on this walking tour filled with local legends made for a great outdoor adventure.

Michael Turner

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This ghost tour was an unforgettable date idea! Walking past the Treasury Building at dusk, we were captivated by it's supernatural tales.

Sophia Reed

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A perfect family outing in the heart of Washington! We loved the eerie stories at Ford's Theatre and discovering spooky secrets at Renwick Gallery.

Jason Miller

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Exploring the history of Downtown DC was thrilling. The haunted tales around Decatur House and Lafayette Square added a chill to our journey.

Elena Henderson

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This tour was a thrilling thing to do in the capital! From creepy tales at Hay-Adams Hotel to eerie landmarks, it offered a fresh perspective of DC's paranormal side.

Noah Miller

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Loved wandering around Renwick Gallery and White House area on the Downtown Ghost Tour. Perfect mix of history, mystery, and leisurely exploration.

Amelia Davis

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A fantastic outdoor activity in Washington. Walking by the Treasury Building and hearing ghost stories had us captivated. Highly recommend this spooky adventure.

Oliver Brown

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The Downtown Ghost Tour was the perfect date idea. We explored eerie spots like Ford's Theatre and shared some spine-tingling local legends in Foggy Bottom.

Emma Williams

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Exploring the spooky tales of Lafayette Square and Decatur House was intriguing. A great way to uncover Washington's haunted history with a family-friendly vibe.

Liam Johnson

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What a fantastic adventure in DC! The Hay-Adams Hotel stories were spine-tingling. A unique thing to do that blends history with fun challenges perfectly.

Mia Davis

5 star reviews

Our family had a blast uncovering Washington's haunted past! From the White House to National Theatre, it was educational yet chilling. Highly recommend!

Oliver Johnson

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The ghost-themed walking tour of Foggy Bottom is a must! Learning about paranormal events at Ford's Theatre added an exciting twist to our exploration.

Sophia Chen

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A perfect date idea! We loved wandering through eerie tales at Decatur House and Renwick Gallery. This tour brought a chill to downtown's historic streets.

Lucas Martinez

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Exploring the haunted sites of DC with ScavengerHunt.com was a thrill! The spooky stories around Lafayette Square kept us on edge while the trivia was fun.

Emma Thompson

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A captivating walking tour around Georgetown's highlights like Decatur House and more, each spot revealing layers of local legends and mysteries.

Jessica Bell

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Perfect for families exploring Downtown's haunted sites. The storytelling at Treasury Building made us feel like part of the city's paranormal lore.

David Morris

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A fun date idea strolling through historic spots like National Theatre and Renwick Gallery. The chilling stories added a unique twist to our outing.

Sarah Peterson

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The Ghost Tour in DC is a must-do. The White House, Hay-Adams Hotel, and Ford's Theatre were fascinating stops on this interactive ghost walk.

Michael Richards

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Exploring the spooky history of Washington with ScavengerHunt.com was thrilling. Lafayette Square had goosebumps rising with it's eerie past.

Emily Thompson

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Our tour of DC's haunted places like the Treasury Building was incredible. It's a fun and educational way to see the Nation's Capital with friends.

Olivia Parker

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Walking through Decatur House and hearing it's ghost stories gave me chills. Downtown is full of hidden gems, making it a fantastic thing to do.

Lucas Anderson

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The Downtown Ghost Tour was an amazing outdoor activity. Wandering around Renwick Gallery while learning about it's haunted past was truly thrilling.

Grace Miller

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Exploring the spooky local legends around Ford's Theatre made for an exciting date night in DC. The interactive ghost walk added a unique twist.

Samuel Bennett

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I had a blast on the Washington Ghost Tour. The eerie history of Lafayette Square and the tales at Hay-Adams Hotel were captivating. A must-do for families.

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