Lincoln’s Assassination Guided Walking Tour

Tour Details

Step back to April 14, 1865 and follow the final hours of Abraham Lincoln on a compelling walk through Civil War-era Washington. Guided by a local historian, you’ll trace John Wilkes Booth’s route, hear the backstory of the conspirators, and see how one night reshaped a nation.

Your ticket includes entry to Ford’s Theatre—the site of the assassination—and Petersen House, where Lincoln passed away. Along the way you’ll stop at key addresses tied to the conspiracy (including Mary Surratt’s boarding house) and finish near the places where the story closed its first chapter. (Venue access may vary with schedules.)

Key details

• Duration: 2–2.5 hours • Language: English • Wheelchair accessible; small-group options available.
• Meeting point: Unscripted Guided Tours DC Welcome Center, 400 7th St NW (easy to find).
• Finish: Ford’s Theatre or National Portrait Gallery (subject to route).
• Flexibility: Free cancellation up to 24 hours

Included

• Guided walking tour
• Entry ticket to Ford’s Theatre
• Entry ticket to Petersen House
• Entry to Surratt Boarding House (per venue schedule/availability)
• Not included: tips, food & drinks.

Why Choose This Tour?

• See the real sites: Stand inside Ford’s Theatre and step into Petersen House with your included entry.
• Walk the plot line: Follow Booth’s movements and visit addresses linked to the conspirators—including Surratt’s house.
• Expert storytelling: Guided by knowledgeable locals who bring 1865 Washington to life.
• Smooth logistics: Central meeting point at 400 7th St NW; end at Ford’s Theatre or the National Portrait Gallery.
• Comfortable pace: A focused 2–2.5 hour route with time for questions and photos.