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If you can find these stairs, you're in for a real treat. They're at the end of the Key Bridge as you enter Georgetown but the parking area is extremely limited. Some people come to tone their butt, and others come to get silly. The old farts like me just gawk and get tired looking at them. haha You cannot visit without making at least one attempt to jog to the top without stopping :)
A spooky night and steep hill climb, but worth it if you want to walk the same steps that priest fell down in the movie. Overall a very cool stop in DC & it takes you right to the exorcist house once you're up. Recommend watching it (maybe even on 2x speed lol IYKYK) before you go so you get the full effect of being on a film location.
The original Exorcist movie came out in 1973. One of the most iconic movies in history. If you're a horror fan, the stairs will be a real treat. If you're not a fan, this is a great place to get your exercise in. Be careful, the stairs are steeped. It wasn't hard to locate since we saw other people going up/down the stairs and taking pictures. There is limited parking. When we were taking pictures, for some reason a horde of people started to come. It was nice while it lasted.
Autumn spooky vibes, warm evening breeze, dimly lit stairwell that reaches to heaven next to an abandoned gas station. Perfect setting to remember that classic movie that made this location so memorable, "The Exorcist." You almost feel like the devil is watching and waiting to kick your ass or make you a deal. It's got the background of nearby traffic, the sound of light breezes next to the river ( you could possibly find a body there if they drain it), and you can even hear the faint sounds of drunk college kids perfect for a B-movie horror flick, but no...this would not compare to the pure evil vibe that you want to feel from these stairs and since there is none, you may decide to climb them or take pictures hoping that you'll catch something spooky, but it remains a good, delicious memory from the 70's of how to stay away from Lucifer and be a good person to pray and ask for your God to give you protection as you wait to enter the gates of heaven someday.
I never knew these steps were in DC, if I had known I would've been here years ago. That movie scene where the priest leaps to his death is still in my mind after watching that movie decades ago.
Saw the movie as a kid and worked on the remake as an adult. Every time I come to DC I have to visit these stairs. It's just something I do now, like a tradition. The stairs are steep from the bottom, but worth the climb, and will literally have you saying FAWK ME! when you reach the top lol Fun experience climb half to the landing turn your back to the street and just be still. See if you feel anything. Me and a little girl did this and she said wtf before I could lol it felt like someone pushing us on the stomach and chest!! Lol its totally worth checking out if you are in the DC area. I do suggest bringing fun props to take pictures! for the ladies it's a great shop not to far that sells pandora charms and it's a Starbucks 3 minutes walk from there...
If you like movies and are passing through Georgetown (Washington DC), you need to visit this location of the final scene from the 1973 movie 'The Exorcist' almost 50 years ago. It is the moment when the priest (Father Karras) falls out of the window and rolls down the stairs to his death. The Exorcist stairs are located at 3500 Prospect St, NW. You can get there by continuing on 36th Street, descending from the corner of Prospect St and 36th St NW, down to a small parking area next to an abandoned gas station which my partner, his sister and I parked yesterday. It is a space where you can take some very creative photos and to show your friends that you are one of the most famous sets in the history of cinema.
Neat location, especially if you're a fan of the movie. I didn't get any creepy feelings, nor did any demonic entities attempt to push me down the stairs. lol Finding parking was the nightmare! I couldn't find the area near the top as reported by other Yelp reviewers. Most of the surrounding streets are 1-way, which means you have to drive multiple blocks just to turn around. The lot at the bottom of the stairs is private with several towing warning signs. It's off a busy, 1-way main road and is at an intersection. On my 2nd drive by, I noticed a closed business next door which I planned to park in. Just as I get to it, I see it's blocked off. Time for round 3! I finally decided to risk it and pulled into the private lot to take my chances. I only stayed long enough to climb to the top, FaceTime a friend who's a fan of the movie, and walk down to my car. No tow trucks were waiting for me. Overall I'd say it was worth it!
There is not much I can say here. They were stairs. Non polluted and pretty clean. We went up the stairs and then back down. People were taking pics and doing the same we did. Was fun to just go and experience
Attraction in Georgetown How often do I visit Washington DC? not very much that's why I had to see the steps where they filmed the death of the character Father Damien Karras in the Exorcist. I enjoy visiting locations where scenes from movies were filmed and I like to add off beat tourist attractions in our itinerary. The Exorcist is a classic horror movie. This was great! We took Lyft here which was about 2 miles (8 mins) from the President Woodrow Wilson House. We got dropped off at Prospect Street... at first we couldn't find the stairway but we walked a few steps to our left to find the iconic Exorcist steps. Holy moly... we looked down the stairs and they are steep! It could be disorienting for someone descending here at night. A dusk or night visit to this site makes a much spookier view. Creepy! We proceeded to make our way down... slowly. The steps are in between two buildings and led down to M Street NW. At the foot of the stairs (on the wall to your left) there is a bronze plaque commemorated by the mayor of DC on October 2015. I know they're just regular steps but I still found it pretty cool and Linda Blair's possessed full-turning head still gives me the creeps. So how did they film the death of Father Damien Karras in the Exorcist? I looked it up... the steps were padded with 1/2"-thick rubber! Now you know! Check! Review #1199
Very cool to see these since it was a memorable scene in the movie. Also, ran up to the top... heck of a run!
Whether or not you've seen the 1973 movie, The Exorcist, please YouTube the famous "Take Me!" scene where Father Damien Karras saves the girl and he falls to his death down the stairs. Then, come check out this historic staircase in Georgetown where it was filmed! I've been living in the DMV area for a while now and finally made my way to check out this stairs. I have 0 regrets since I'm a movie fan and stuff like this defines DC local flavor. You can find the stairs by either going to the bottom of them on Canal Rd NW between 35th and 37th (like you're walking to Georgetown University) or going to the top of them on Prospect St NW and 36th St (they're down a ramp). Hopefully there aren't lots of random stair runners and slow walkers to get in the way of your perfect photo!
Gorgeous and creepy.....sounds like my personality. A must see location to check off your horror movie bucket list. Be careful walking these steps as it is extremely steep! The Exorcist house is right next door at the top of the steps. Come and enjoy this piece of movie history because Captain Howdy said so.
1 year ago
One of the lesser known, but uber-popular tourist sites in DC! This staircase near Key Bridge, on the western end of M Street in Georgetown is worth checking out. It's a quick walk from most of the spots in Georgetown. I've been here many times over the years and recently took coworkers to check it out. It's pitched rather steep, but still an easy walk to the top. Definitely spooky when visited at night! Check it out! read more
2 years ago
As part of the Georgetown Ghost Tour I went on, we visited this landmark. Iconic for The Exorcist movie. It's really cool that the movie was filmed in Georgetown and a must to see when here visiting. I, however, did not walk the stairs, but they do seem steep. I visited at the top of the stairs near The Exorcist home from the movie. It was nighttime and added to the spooky feel. Lots of people were seen making the trip up and down the stairs. It's probably a cool spot to run/ work out at if you were staying nearby. Add this to the list of many things to do while in Georgetown. Especially if you are a movie buff! ***Easy to find utilizing Google Maps*** It has its own tourist attraction marker. read more
1 year ago
Very cool to see! Can't seem to ever wish to fall down them like the stunt man in the exorcist!! I'll stay upright thank you! read more
If you can find these stairs, you're in for a real treat. They're at the end of the Key Bridge as you enter Georgetown but the parking area is extremely limited. Some people come to tone their butt, and others come to get silly. The old farts like me just gawk and get tired looking at them. haha You cannot visit without making at least one attempt to jog to the top without stopping :) read more
A spooky night and steep hill climb, but worth it if you want to walk the same steps that priest fell down in the movie. Overall a very cool stop in DC & it takes you right to the exorcist house once you're up. Recommend watching it (maybe even on 2x speed lol IYKYK) before you go so you get the full effect of being on a film location. read more
The original Exorcist movie came out in 1973. One of the most iconic movies in history. If you're a horror fan, the stairs will be a real treat. If you're not a fan, this is a great place to get your exercise in. Be careful, the stairs are steeped. It wasn't hard to locate since we saw other people going up/down the stairs and taking pictures. There is limited parking. When we were taking pictures, for some reason a horde of people started to come. It was nice while it lasted. read more
4 years ago
Autumn spooky vibes, warm evening breeze, dimly lit stairwell that reaches to heaven next to an abandoned gas station. Perfect setting to remember that classic movie that made this location so memorable, "The Exorcist." You almost feel like the devil is watching and waiting to kick your ass or make you a deal. It's got the background of nearby traffic, the sound of light breezes next to the river ( you could possibly find a body there if they drain it), and you can even hear the faint sounds of drunk college kids perfect for a B-movie horror flick, but no...this would not compare to the pure evil vibe that you want to feel from these stairs and since there is none, you may decide to climb them or take pictures hoping that you'll catch something spooky, but it remains a good, delicious memory from the 70's of how to stay away from Lucifer and be a good person to pray and ask for your God to give you protection as you wait to enter the gates of heaven someday. read more
3 years ago
I never knew these steps were in DC, if I had known I would've been here years ago. That movie scene where the priest leaps to his death is still in my mind after watching that movie decades ago. read more
Saw the movie as a kid and worked on the remake as an adult. Every time I come to DC I have to visit these stairs. It's just something I do now, like a tradition. The stairs are steep from the bottom, but worth the climb, and will literally have you saying FAWK ME! when you reach the top lol Fun experience climb half to the landing turn your back to the street and just be still. See if you feel anything. Me and a little girl did this and she said wtf before I could lol it felt like someone pushing us on the stomach and chest!! Lol its totally worth checking out if you are in the DC area. I do suggest bringing fun props to take pictures! for the ladies it's a great shop not to far that sells pandora charms and it's a Starbucks 3 minutes walk from there... read more
If you like movies and are passing through Georgetown (Washington DC), you need to visit this location of the final scene from the 1973 movie 'The Exorcist' almost 50 years ago. It is the moment when the priest (Father Karras) falls out of the window and rolls down the stairs to his death. The Exorcist stairs are located at 3500 Prospect St, NW. You can get there by continuing on 36th Street, descending from the corner of Prospect St and 36th St NW, down to a small parking area next to an abandoned gas station which my partner, his sister and I parked yesterday. It is a space where you can take some very creative photos and to show your friends that you are one of the most famous sets in the history of cinema. read more
3 years ago
Neat location, especially if you're a fan of the movie. I didn't get any creepy feelings, nor did any demonic entities attempt to push me down the stairs. lol Finding parking was the nightmare! I couldn't find the area near the top as reported by other Yelp reviewers. Most of the surrounding streets are 1-way, which means you have to drive multiple blocks just to turn around. The lot at the bottom of the stairs is private with several towing warning signs. It's off a busy, 1-way main road and is at an intersection. On my 2nd drive by, I noticed a closed business next door which I planned to park in. Just as I get to it, I see it's blocked off. Time for round 3! I finally decided to risk it and pulled into the private lot to take my chances. I only stayed long enough to climb to the top, FaceTime a friend who's a fan of the movie, and walk down to my car. No tow trucks were waiting for me. Overall I'd say it was worth it! read more
Attraction in Georgetown How often do I visit Washington DC? not very much that's why I had to see the steps where they filmed the death of the character Father Damien Karras in the Exorcist. I enjoy visiting locations where scenes from movies were filmed and I like to add off beat tourist attractions in our itinerary. The Exorcist is a classic horror movie. This was great! We took Lyft here which was about 2 miles (8 mins) from the President Woodrow Wilson House. We got dropped off at Prospect Street... at first we couldn't find the stairway but we walked a few steps to our left to find the iconic Exorcist steps. Holy moly... we looked down the stairs and they are steep! It could be disorienting for someone descending here at night. A dusk or night visit to this site makes a much spookier view. Creepy! We proceeded to make our way down... slowly. The steps are in between two buildings and led down to M Street NW. At the foot of the stairs (on the wall to your left) there is a bronze plaque commemorated by the mayor of DC on October 2015. I know they're just regular steps but I still found it pretty cool and Linda Blair's possessed full-turning head still gives me the creeps. So how did they film the death of Father Damien Karras in the Exorcist? I looked it up... the steps were padded with 1/2"-thick rubber! Now you know! Check! Review #1199 read more
5 years ago
Very cool to see these since it was a memorable scene in the movie. Also, ran up to the top... heck of a run! read more
5 years ago
Whether or not you've seen the 1973 movie, The Exorcist, please YouTube the famous "Take Me!" scene where Father Damien Karras saves the girl and he falls to his death down the stairs. Then, come check out this historic staircase in Georgetown where it was filmed! I've been living in the DMV area for a while now and finally made my way to check out this stairs. I have 0 regrets since I'm a movie fan and stuff like this defines DC local flavor. You can find the stairs by either going to the bottom of them on Canal Rd NW between 35th and 37th (like you're walking to Georgetown University) or going to the top of them on Prospect St NW and 36th St (they're down a ramp). Hopefully there aren't lots of random stair runners and slow walkers to get in the way of your perfect photo! read more
Gorgeous and creepy.....sounds like my personality. A must see location to check off your horror movie bucket list. Be careful walking these steps as it is extremely steep! The Exorcist house is right next door at the top of the steps. Come and enjoy this piece of movie history because Captain Howdy said so. read more
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Since 1973, these 75 steps have been infamous worldwide. They were finally commemorated in 2015. The "Exorcist" film is still awesome, eventho much of the scenery around campus has changed. I arrived on campus in 1972 and witnessed the impact the film had on the community. Many late night dates ended near these steps. Recalling the horror scenes from the movie was always frightening and bonding at the same time. Scary and exciting. Timeless and never boring, even fifty years later. read more
In all of the times I've been to DC and Georgetown I've never been to these steps. I'm so glad we visited them, it made our fun trip even better. It was fun walking up and down the steps from the classic scene in the movie. And we were able to see the exterior of the house from the movie as well. It was a fun walk through this part of Georgetown to see these steps. read more
7 years ago
These stairs might not look like much when you're at the bottom, but when you're at the top & looking down- they're steeper than you think! We ended up at these stairs after taking a ghost tour in Georgetown, so it wasn't too busy when we were here. As everyone else has mentioned, there is a plaque at the bottom of the steps mentioning the movie. Go check it out if you're in Georgetown! read more
7 years ago
Very cool. This was my stop visiting DC. Getting out of the parking lot is tricky. I'm pretty sure there is always traffic, just be careful. When I went I had the stairs all to myself. read more
11 years ago
The exorcist steps as you might have ventured, are appropriately named due to the movie the Exorcist where the Priest sacrifices himself and has the demon possess him and then subsequently falls down the stairs. Anyhow, this is a tourist destination as well as the local college walking grounds since it is the fastest way from Prospect street onto M st. This is also famous for Georgetown University athletes, at least in the past, to do up and down repeats. read more
4 years ago
These steps are the bee's knees. They have a solid foundation and were great to walk down. Not once did I feel I was in danger. I went from my starting place to my destination (the bottom) in one piece, and that's what I look for in a good set of stairs. 5/5, would walk down again. read more
12 years ago
They are stairs. They were featured in a movie called the Exorcist hence why they have been dubbed the Exorcist Stairs. I completed the ultimate challenge on going up and down these things more than one time. It is hard as hell if you're not in great shape. It's even more difficult when it is snowing outside, and you thought it would be a brilliant idea to park at the top of the stairs on Prospect Avenue so you wouldn't get your car towed by parking at the gas station below. It's neat. They're interesting, and for what it is worth -- definitely get a photo op to simply say 'you've been there'. read more
3 years ago
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