Lincoln Assassination Tour with Petersen House Entry
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Washington DC, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Step into one of history's most dramatic nights—tracing Lincoln's final hours through Civil War-era D.C. Unlike rushed, generic museum visits, this guided tour takes you inside Ford's Theatre and the Petersen House with reserved access, revealing hidden details and untold stories. You see the theatre booth where the President was shot, stand in the very room where Lincoln drew his last breath, and more. This 2-hour small-group tour offers an intimate look at these historic sites.
Please note: Between May 28 and August 31, Ford's Theatre closes its interior to tour groups for repairs. During this summer window, we adapt the route to feature alternative historic sites that keep the narrative moving. Regardless of the season, your journey will always include the Petersen House, Baptist Alley, the Star Saloon, and the imposing exterior of Ford's Theatre.
- Entry into all mentioned sites is included in the cost of booking
- Get access to historic D.C. spots you'd never see on your own
- Your guide brings the ill-fated night to life, enriching your time
- Limited to just 12 travelers, you get an intimate, small-group experience
What's Included
- 2 Hour Guided Walking Lincoln Assassination Tour in Washington DC
- Reserved Entry into Petersen House, the house Lincoln was taken to after his fatal shot
- Gratuities
- Ford's Theatre Closed for Entry May 28-Aug 31 2026
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Unscripted by Guided Tours DC400 7th St NW #102, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Meet your guide inside the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW. Look for our signs out front
End point
- Ford's Theatre511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Itinerary
1
Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Ford's Theatre
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
3
Petersen Boarding House
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- *IMPORTANT: Ford's Theatre is closed for visitors May 28 through August 31 2026 for repairs, During this time no entry to Ford's will be possible. Tour will still visit Petersen House and Aftermaths Museum.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 516 reviews
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Michelle_K, Jul 2026
You can't go into Ford's theater. Riley the tour guide was great. A way to learn a lot about Lincoln's assassination
Cynthia_Y, Jun 2026
Great tour. We really enjoyed all the details. It was just the right amount of walking and information. Everyone really enjoyed themselves.
Shelley_C, Jun 2026
Very informative and entertaining! I learned a lot!! Our tour guide Dash was extremely knowledgeable!
Lorraine_L, May 2026
I recommend this tour. The guide was exceptional. He was knowledgeable and friendly. The street tour was as good as the theater and Peterson house.
Laura_B, May 2026
Good pace, detailed info documenting myth from truth. Upbeat knowledgeable guide, Shane communicated well and kept us on schedule.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the awesome review! We love separating myth from truth on our Lincoln Assassination tour. Shane is a fantastic guide, and we're so glad his upbeat energy and deep knowledge of Washington DC history kept the tour educational, entertaining, and right on schedule. Thanks for visiting Ford's Theatre and the Petersen House with us!
John_M, May 2026
Only complaint was more time at Ford theatre museum portion would have been nice but hard to do with structured your, I get it. Extremely entertaining and formidable guide. Very well done and money well spent.
One other note: it is NOT a private tour. Prior to our tour we had to listen to some blowhard woman and her husband whine about how it was supposed to be. We also booked online and it most definitely does NOT say that. Hopefully the company stayed strong and didn’t refund them because they were wrong. Bunch of babies.
How’s that for direct?
Response from Host, May 2026
Glad you enjoyed and thanks for your feedback and support!
The theatre only allows guests a limited time in the museum and require everyone to exit after 20-30 minutes, something we wish could change as some would like more time to explore the exhibits. A good note for anyone exploring Ford's Theatre whether with us on on their own.
We appreciate your support on the other matter. We found her comments insulting to our other guests, such as yourself. I am glad this didn't put a damper on your day!
I hope you can join us for another tour while in town.
Cheers!
Liam
Bernadette_B, May 2026
First hour of tour is walking to Ford’s Theater. Walking through the actual theater where President Lincoln was assassinated gives you chills, and the entire experience is presented with incredible care and historical detail.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the beautiful review! Walking the path of history before stepping into Ford’s Theatre and the Petersen House truly is a chilling and powerful experience. We're so glad you appreciated the incredible care and historical detail our guides pour into this Lincoln Assassination walking tour. Thanks for exploring Washington DC with us!
WILLIAM_C, May 2026
Best tour guy a group could have Dash was so informed and fun to listen too. I have bad Knees but I made easily thru the tour. Seeing this part of Washington was great. Can’t say enough on how great this tour was
Sarah_U, May 2026
The tour was awesome and very informative. A nice pace but not too rushed and the perfect amount of time overall. Dash is a historian and the best storyteller if you can request him I’d highly recommend it!
John_F, May 2026
Dash did a great job during our tour. He was very friendly and informative and I would be glad to take another tour with him anytime.
Response from Host, May 2026
We'd be happy to have you back on another tour with Dash or any of our other guides! We're so glad you had a great time!
DOUGLAS_R, May 2026
Dash was very knowledgeable and entertaining in his presentation about the sights and facts. We highly recommend this tour!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dash is great! We're so glad you liked it. :)
Pilar_H, May 2026
It’s a walking tour, wear comfortable shoes. Our tour guide Dash was outstanding. He was informative and educational. A great storyteller. We highly recommend.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your recommendation! We're so glad Dash made your experience so memorable.
Cheryl_H, May 2026
I’ve taken my students to DC for 9 years and visited Fords Theatre and Peterson’s Hose many times. Never have I learned so much about the assassination of President Lincoln and the people involved. This is a wonderful tour and I highly recommend it.
Patricia_A, May 2026
Dash did a phenomenal job portraying John Wilkes Booth, his mindset, and poor planning to disrupt the Union’s victory. The sacrifice of Abraham Lincoln is a sad moment in our history. This tour was excellent in addressing the what ifs as well, and a little Clara Barton, founder of the Red Cross and mother of nursing thrown in.
THOMAS_C, Apr 2026
This is an walking tour only. Walking on sidewalks and uneven surfaces (pavers). Many up and down curbs. A few stairs. Rating this tour a moderate level tour. The Theater has a elevator if needed. Tour guide was full of information and could anwser questions. Could not hear her at first, asked her to speak up and she did. She was able to keep the tour together with many other people around.
Ashley_D, Apr 2026
Claudia did great job telling the story! Learned way more with a guide than touring alone or reading plaques throughout the Ford Theater
Deborah_L, Apr 2026
Kevin was so great!! Arlington National Cemetery is daunting, he made it interesting and relevant. Highly recommend!
Ron_P, Apr 2026
Jim Garrett did an outstanding job as a subject matter expert in the Lincoln Assassination. He answered all my questions and his detailed knowledge of what took place was most impressive! Even though the tour had to be a little rushed due to a matinee performance at Ford’s, Jim more than made up for it with his outstanding work. I applaud his efforts!
Kendra_S, Apr 2026
Very informative and entertaining. Our guide Skye was super smart and very entertaining! I learned things I never knew!
John_L, Apr 2026
There is some walking involved, but mostly flat walking. The guide, Dash , was very informative and packed other relevant sites in along the way, including the National Portrait Gallery.
Lisa_H, Apr 2026
Our Guide was the best. She gave us so much history and went above and beyond. I would book this tour again.
Darlene_R, Apr 2026
Really nice walk around the neighborhood
Learning history. Civil War
And what old building used to look like
We went to a museum saw some old great actors and a lot of historians who shaped America to what it is today.
Launie_T, Apr 2026
Jim was very knowledgeable and personable. Made sure everyone could see/hear him and interact with us
SARINA_M, Apr 2026
Our tour guide was fantastic. Jim was very passionate and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would highly recommend to others.
Beth_C, Apr 2026
Super interesting and educational. We learned a lot and felt like the tour was fantastic! Our guide was amazing.
Laura_B, Apr 2026
Walking is manageable, and covers a lot of ground. Take your ibuprofen prior to the tour. It's an excellent adventure in history and tour guide Tony has a lot of interesting information and trivia to share.
Robert_S, Apr 2026
Dash was an excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and fun to listen to! The experience included the Theater as well as the house next door.
Deana_G, Apr 2026
This was such a fantastic, informative and interesting tour. Our guide, Dash, showed such a passion for history and particularly the topic of Lincoln. So glad we did this tour!
Rgoodrich8, Apr 2026
Lots of walking but good historical information provided by tour guide Dash. Should definitely include this tour.
Robin_V, Apr 2026
Much better than expected. Jim’s knowledge of the incident blew us away!!! Would highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in Lincoln and the assassination
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