Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour will take you minute by minute through the last day of the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln.
You will meet the conspirators who were desperately trying to save the Confederate cause in the dying days of the Civil War. There were to be 3 attacks that night. This tour unfolds as a story filled with suspense, intrigue, and espionage.
-The White House - where Lincoln gave his final speech in the presence of his later assassin, John Wilkes Booth
-Home of Secretary of State Seward - who was attacked that night by a co-conspirator of Booth
-National Theatre - potential site of Booth's attack on Lincoln, but instead where his young son learned of the death of his father.
-Site of the Kirkwood House Hotel - where VP Andrew Johnson lived and an attack on him was planned.
-Ford's Theatre - the site of the assassination while watching a play. Travelers may opt to visit on their own. Tickets from NPS required.
-Peterson's Boarding House - where Lincoln took his final breath.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: This tour does not enter any buildings during the tour
What To Expect
St. John's Episcopal Church
Nicknamed the Church of the Presidents, we start our tour here to get an overview of Washington DC in the 1860s; understanding the events that led to this fateful night. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
Lafayette Square
The tour will begin with an introduction to President Lincoln's final months in the White House. New characters will be introduced as we explore the historic row houses that surround the park.
Options
Private Lincoln Assassination
Private Tour: Same great tour, but just the guide and your group. Adjustments and customization available, just ask.
The Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters
Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
250 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour
Darcy M,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Becca was great!! Very knowledgeable and a great story teller. Apparently I slept through American History in school and had no idea there was such an elaborate plot set into motion to kill the president.
Great for teens
Jen W,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Colin was a fantastic tour guide. We took our two teenage children and they enjoyed it. Would recommend, especially the 7:00pm evening tour.
trevor was fantastic!!!...
Jensen A,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00trevor was fantastic!!! he was so captivating and i learned so so much! the stops were great and he was full on knowledge.
Great way to learn about Lincoln
Zachary H,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike was very knowledgeable and friendly. He would take the time to tell the story in a meaningful way. While clearly understanding the gravity of the story, he still provided some lighthearted palate cleansers.
Great tour
Destiny R,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike the guide was very knowledgeable, could easily be a college history professor. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour. It is a definite must for those visiting.
Fantastic tour, very...
Myra D,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour, very knowledgeable staff member, and friendly. I love how Katherine makes people feel involved. I think that was her name.
Fully accessible
Nina,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be ready to walk! Lots of fascinating information. Our guide was full of details... it was like being in a live documentary. If you are a history fan than this is a great experience. Plus it was fully accessible!
Would definitely take this tour
Kathleen O,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I was looking for a walking tour that was not too long and would also be informational. This was a great tour and absolutely checked both boxes. Trevor was a wonderful tour guide. He made the history of Lincoln’s assassination interesting and engaging. I would absolutely recommend this if you are looking for something different while visiting DC.
A great experience, not to be missed if you enjoy history and human beings
jerryl736,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Catherine was a superb guide; she has so much knowledge of the people involved in the events that took place that night—you’ll learn many things that they didn’t teach you in school! She has a great sense of humor too and it is a very pleasant way to spend an evening, highly recommended.
Great your!
Kimberly,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very informative. Katherine was knowledgeable on everything. We would definitely recommend this tour to others.
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