Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour

This walking tour reveals what happened on the night that changed the history of a nation forever. Journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to change the course of U.S. politics and Government, and its impact on American and world history. This thrilling one-of-a-kind walking tour doesn’t just visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln but immerses you in incredible insights and revelations that will make you look upon the assignation of the 16th President of the United States in a completely different light as well as other assassinations.
With your expert local Washington D.C. guide, you will journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to change the course of U.S. politics and Government.
The assassination of the 16th President of the United States is shrouded in mystery, intrigue, and conspiracy; however, this tour will reveal the truth behind the infamous night.

Meeting Point

St. John's Episcopal Church

1525 H St NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before the scheduled start time
MEETING PLACE: St. John’s, Lafayette Square, 16th and H Streets, NW, Washington, DC 20005
MEETING POINT: Meet your guide directly outside of St John's Church. Please don't go inside!

What's included:

• Enjoy an exhilarating walk with spectacular views of Washington D.C. along the way
• See the exterior of the White House and the beautiful La Fayette Square
• Enjoy an exterior visit to Fords Theater & Petersen House
• Visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln
• Group size is controlled for the best tour experience, safety and peace of mind
• Enjoy live narration from an expert local guide offering captivating stories and insights

Not included:

• Entry Ticket to Ford's Theater and Peterson Boarding House
• Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off / Transportation / Food and Drinks / Gratitude

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Lafayette Square

16th St, Pennsylvania Ave Northwest, Washington DC, 20001, District of Columbia

Visit the famous historical square that is the starting point of an enthralling tour full of insights and revelations about the night of April 15th, 1865.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The White House

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500, USA

Discover what happened on the infamous day that forever changed the course of American history. Visit the house where the plot to assassinate different members of the US Government including the Secretary of State in 1865

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

1111 Pennsylvania Avenue

1111 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

Visit the location where the Vice President was overnighting on the infamous night

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel

1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

Discover insights into the 10 nights that President Lincoln spent at the magnificent Willard Hotel.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The National Theatre

1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, , Washington DC, 20004-1711, District of Columbia

Find out who attended the National Theatre on the infamous night of President Lincolns Assassination.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ford's Theatre

511 Tenth Street NW, , Washington DC, 20004-1499, District of Columbia

On this exterior visit to the Fords Theatre, guests can live out the drama and outcome of the infamous evening of the Assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Visit the location where the Star Saloon once stood – find out about the drinking establishment next door to Ford's Theater where John Wilkes Booth took his last drink before carrying out his plot to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Petersen Boarding House

516 10th St NW, , Washington DC, 20004-1401, District of Columbia

See the very building where the 16th President of the United States was moved to for treatment after the shooting and where he succumbed to his injuries on the morning of the 16th April, 1865.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included