Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour
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- 1h 30min
Washington, D.C., is more than the nation's capital and the heart of our government. It's also a hotbed for the paranormal. The Dark Nights in D.C. tour is our adults-only tour emphasizing the macabre nature of the city’s past. We will explore restless spirits, murders, mysterious deaths, violent suicides, and tragic hauntings of past presidents and soldiers. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 12.
Harry Truman called it America's greatest monstrosity. Mark Twain referred to it as the ugliest building in America. Regardless, it is considered the most haunted office building in America, and on this tour you will get to find out why!
The home of Stephen Decatur. During his time, he was one of the nation’s most celebrated naval commanders. Many of his political friends were certain that Stephen Decatur would become president. And, who knows, maybe he could have been. But James Barron kind of ruined those chances, and you're here to find out how!
Where trees, paths, and statues now lay, these grounds used to house a graveyard, a racetrack, a zoo, and an apple orchard. Some even speculate that a slave market was held here. You can only imagine the wealth of history and hauntings that exist in the illustrious Lafayette Square, but thanks to this tour your imagination won't be all you have!
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $35 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 PM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Guests will meet their tour guide in front of the Octagon Museum. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 204 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Ghost City Tours of DC.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Nights in D.C. - Walking Tour | 1h 30min | 4.7 (204) | $35 | |
 Private Night-Time Tour of Washington DC | DC After Dark™ | 3 hours | 4.7 (90) | $519 | View |
 Ghosts of D.C. - Walking Tour | 1h 30min | 4.6 (355) | $30 | View |
 Washington D.C. Day to Night with Mount Vernon Small Group Tour | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (10) | $128 | View |
 DC Monuments by Night: 10+ Landmarks | Open-Top Upgrade Available | 3 hours | 4.7 (7,303) | $58 | View |
 Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour | 2h 30min | 3.5 (4) | $52 | View |
 Haunted Washington D.C. Booze and Boos Ghost Walking Tour | 2h 30min | 4.6 (57) | $35 | View |