Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre
Overview
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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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
What‘s Included
Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters
Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required)
Options
The Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour
Reviews
228 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lincoln Assassination
Dan G,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I read a lot about history, especially the Civil War. I had read extensively about the assassination. This tour and visiting the sites really put the events of that night in perspective. I really enjoyed it. The tour guide was very knowlegable and gave a good tour.
Becca was a great tour...
Matthew R,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Becca was a great tour guide! She was so informative and had tons of information for us. Highly recommend her for any tours you have planned in DC!
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Viktoria H,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour on snowing evening. The company did an amazing job making sure the group would feel comfortable and made adjustments. I learned so much and really felt a better understanding of the event. It was such a great way to introduce my visit to Fords Theatre.
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Michelle D,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Was not offered a refund, was not able to complete the tour due to a disability I suffered during my trip.
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Kathryn J,,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00this tour was very interesting and Becca did a great job of presenting. she made you feel like you were actually witnessing the night. she really kept our attention and i’m so glad i booked this! highly recommend!
Lincoln Assassination Tour
ShruMoh,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour to understand the whole day the lincoln assassination happened. The tour explains what everyone did on that day, jow was their was going etc. It also highlights the history about 16th President. Our Guide Georgia was on time and provided great insights about the tour. At the end she gave us some recommendation for good food as well. The tour starts near the north entrance of the white house and ends at Ford Theatre. The tour last for around 2-2.5 hours.
Take this tour!
Ashley C,,Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Becca was an incredible tour guide and story-teller! This entire tour was captivating and her knowledge of the city itself and Lincoln's life and death was awesome. I cannot recommend this enough!! Such a fascinating experience.
Our tour guide Jim was...
Martha C,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Jim was excellent. His knowledge coupled with his story telling skills made the walking tour enjoyable and entertaining. The tour went over the 2-hr time frame due to road closures but the time went by fast.
Lincoln Assassination Tour
Extraordinary570166,,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jim was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining. His depth and breadth of the conspiracy, planning and execution of Lincoln’s assassination were nothing short of amazing. Can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
Emma was a great tour...
morgan m,,Sep 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Emma was a great tour guide! I recommend this tour to everyone! It was very interesting and informative
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