Lincoln Assassination Tour with Petersen House Entry
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Plunge into the gripping timeline of April 14, 1865, and investigate the conspiracy that shattered a nation. You will walk the exact streets where the plot unfolded and track John Wilkes Booth’s desperate escape route down Baptist Alley. Stand at the site of the Star Saloon where the assassin threw back his final drink, and step inside the historic Petersen House to see where President Lincoln took his last breath.
Our expert guides dismantle the myths and lay out the raw facts of America's most infamous true-crime story right where it happened.
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.
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
*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.
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. *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.
What‘s Included
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
Gratuities
Ford's Theatre Closed for Entry May 28-Aug 31 2026
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Lincoln Tour w/Ford's Theatre
Includes Ford's Theatre
Petersen House THEATRE CLOSED
Theatre Closed: Ford's Theatre is closed for maintenance but the show goes on. Tour explores Booth's route, Baptist Alley, Ford's exterior. Includes Petersen House: Explore the Portrait Gallery where Lincoln had his inaugural ball and visit the room where Lincoln died.
Reviews
512 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Historic
Lorraine L,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I recommend this tour. The guide was exceptional. He was knowledgeable and friendly. The street tour was as good as the theater and Peterson house.
Lincoln Assassination Tour
madeleined882,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was passionate about providing the best possible experience for us. I felt as though I were walking along the streets with the characters, we were so immersed. I am so glad we found this tour!
Educational and entertaining
Laura B,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good pace, detailed info documenting myth from truth. Upbeat knowledgeable guide, Shane communicated well and kept us on schedule.
Sneaky great tour
321RobertD321,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shane was great. The tour was fun and informative. We visited the Clara Barton Museum, the alley behind Ford’s Theater, Ford’s Theater, and the Peterson House.
Only complaint was more...
John M,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Only 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?
Ford’s Theater and Peterson House
Bernadette B,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First 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.
Lincoln Ford Theatre tour
Lenny R,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tony was an awesome guide ! Very knowledgeable obviously: his delivery was very clear and easy to hear. Learned a lot of things I did not know before we started. Highly recommend !!
Meaningful
davidwH5286QW,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Even as non Americans, the story and experience was fantastic!, and gave a special insight into the nations history
Tour guide Dash was wonderfu!,,,,,,,
WILLIAM C,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Best 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
Dash is the absolute best!
Sarah U,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The 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!
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