Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour

Washington DC, USA

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Enjoy live narration from an expert guide offering captivating stories and insights
Enjoy an exterior visit to Fords Theater & Petersen House
Visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln
See the exterior of the White House and the beautiful La Fayette Square
Enjoy an exhilarating walk with spectacular views of Washington D.C. along the way

Entry Ticket to Ford's Theater and Peterson Boarding House
Guide Tip

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

St. John's, Lafayette Square
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!

End point

Petersen House
516 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
The tour ends at the Petersen's House

Operating hours
.9:30 am

Itinerary

Lafayette Square

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The White House

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

1111 Pennsylvania Avenue

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C. by IHG

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The National Theatre

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ford's Theatre

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Petersen Boarding House

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Most travelers can participate
Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.
Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.
Group size is controlled for the best tour experience, safety and peace of mind
Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

3.5

based on 4 reviews

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Must Go!

Lorraine_C, Apr 2025

Great tour with Edward! He was so full of information! He answered all our questions and told us many background stories which really enhanced our tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Wow—thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're blushing brighter than a D.C. taxi in rush hour! We're thrilled to hear you had such a brilliant time with your super-friendly and informative local guide (we agree—they're a gem!). It means the world to us to know the tour hit all the right notes and left you with some unforgettable memories—and hopefully a few fun facts to impress your friends back home! Thanks a million for the high recommendation—it’s the kind of thing that makes us do a little happy dance (usually with a coffee in one hand and a map in the other). Wishing you many more great adventures, and we’d love to welcome you back any time you're in the neighborhood! Warmest wishes, The LetzGo City Tours Team

Poor planning on the tour agency’s part

Rachel_C, Jun 2024

Purchased this tour well in advance only for it to be canceled the evening before. We decided to try and go to the theater on our own and found it was closed for the week. This is information the tour should’ve known in advance and given us more notice of the cancellation so that something else could’ve been scheduled.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Hello, the tour did not operate as the Museum was closed for emergency repairs beyond our control. We contacted you with an alternative date but never heard back from you. The tour cost was refunded immediately to you. Best Regards,

Great storyteller!

Brenda_F, May 2024

Ed was an excellent storyteller and extremely knowledgeable about the assassination and the events surrounding it. Throughly enjoyed the tour. Easy pace for everyone.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that Ed’s storytelling and knowledge made your tour enjoyable and engaging. It’s great to know that the pace was comfortable for everyone as well. If you’re planning future trips, be sure to check out our other tours across Europe and the USA for even more unforgettable experiences. We’d love to have you join us again soon! 🌍✨