Lincoln Assassination with Ford's Theatre & Petersen House Entry
Overview
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2 hours
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The only Lincoln Tour that goes INSIDE Ford's Theatre and the Petersen House!
Learn the full story of President Abraham Lincoln's Assassination on this Guided Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour in Washington DC. Join an expert guide as you explore the events that changed the history of a nation on the night of the first US presidential assassination. Follow in the footsteps of the most famous assassin in history on the day of April 14, 1865, while learning about life in Washington, DC during the Civil War.
Tour downtown Washington DC and see the locations where historic homes and business from the era once stood. Travelers will be able to explore inside Ford's Theatre and Petersen House with a reserved entry and guided tour. Explore Ford's Theatre, the location of President Lincoln's assassination and see artifacts from the era while learning of their history and significance. Visit the actual room where Lincoln died in the Petersen House.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Follow the footsteps of those involved in the Lincoln assassination, from conspirators to victims, while learning about Washington, DC in the Civil War Era. See key sites including where John Wilkes Booth lived, where he procured a horse, and the location of the former homes of several characters involved. Learn where Booth was prior to the events of April 14th, 1865.
Ford's Theatre
Explore the Museum at Ford's Theatre with a personal guide and learn the stories of the rare artifacts on display relating to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Then take a guided tour of the actual theater while learning more about the events around Lincoln's assassination.
What‘s Included
Reserved Entry into Ford's Theatre (check ticket option)
Explore the Museum at Ford's Theatre with a guide and hear stories of the rare artifacts on display
Guided Tour of Ford's Theatre (check ticket option)
Reserved Entry into Petersen House, the house Lincoln was taken to after his fatal shot
2 Hour Guided Walking Lincoln Assassination Tour in Washington DC
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Lincoln Assassination Tour
Includes Ford's Theatre
Reviews
492 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Historically surprising
Kendra S,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and entertaining. Our guide Skye was super smart and very entertaining! I learned things I never knew!
Fascinating tour with Dash!
R6328NPlynnes,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating tour! Our guide Dash did a terrific job setting the scene for the day Lincoln was assassination in Washington in April 1865. We could almost see history unfolding before our eyes! Highly recommended!
Much more than just a standard walking tour
John L,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There 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.
Great experience!
aronm800,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience! Our guide was an expert on all the history of Lincoln's assassination. She explained the context in detail, brought the story to life, and made me feel as if I was there witnessing the events in real time. After the tour, my family kept bringing up how much they enjoyed the tour.
Great tour❤️
Lisa H,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Guide was the best. She gave us so much history and went above and beyond. I would book this tour again.
Civil War with James Garrett
Darlene R,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really 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.
Highly recommend
jerrygL7187GM,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide who walked us through the downtown DC are (Jim?) was as an expert on the Lincoln assassination. Very interesting facts, most which we had never heard before.
Jim was very...
Launie T,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jim was very knowledgeable and personable. Made sure everyone could see/hear him and interact with us
Our tour guide was...
SARINA M,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was fantastic. Jim was very passionate and knowledgeable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would highly recommend to others.
Lincoln Assassination
R5978ICmarthah,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim was amazing!! So much knowledge. I highly recommend.
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