The Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour

Overview

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 three attacks that night. This tour unfolds as a story filled with suspense, intrigue, and espionage.

Learn about and see:

-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 also attacked that night by a co-conspirator of Booh

-National Theatre - a 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 Vice President Andrew Johnson lived and an attack on him was planned that night.

-Ford's Theatre - the site of the assassination while watching a play in a full house.

-Peterson's Boarding House - where Lincoln took his final breath.

City: Washington DC

Fri 03 Jul

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Starting at $49.00

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Fri 03 Jul

Starting at $49.00

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What's Included

Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters

Professional, Licensed Tour Guide

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.

White House

We talk about Abraham Lincoln's presidency during the Civil War and his final speech; given at the White House in the presence of his later assassin, John Wilkes Booth. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)

United States Department of the Treasury

Walk past the US Treasury Building, which acted as the temporary White House after Lincoln's Assassiantion.

The National Theatre

On the day of the assassination, John Wilkes Booth stopped by this theater and met with a friend. Later that evening, Lincoln's son Tad was at this theater watching a play: Aladdin or his Wonderful Lamp. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)

Old Post Office Pavilion

Across from this grand old building was the location of the Kirkwood House Hotel. This is where Vice President Andrew Johnson stayed. Conspirator George Azerodt rented a room here and was given the job to attack Johnson that same night... (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)

Ford's Theatre

This is the historic theater where John Wilkes Booth snuck up behind the President like a coward and fired that fateful shot. Today it is a working theater and it has been restored to his Civil War era grandeur. Millions of Americans visit this location every year to remember Lincoln and his legacy. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)

Petersen Boarding House

This small and simple historic row house was a boarding house at the time of the Civil War. After Lincoln was shot, he was taken to a room on the first floor of this house while the doctors attended to his health. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton interviewed witnesses here that night. Robert Todd Lincoln arrived from the White House and stayed by his father's side all night. It was a sad procession early the next morning when they finally brought the President's lifeless body down the steps for his carriage journey back to the White House. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (190)

patticunningham

Mar 2025

Becca was a super guide. Interesting and thoughtful. Great material, friendly and knowledgeable. Can't go wrong with this tour.

Stephanie_F

Mar 2025

We did a lot of fantastic/impactful things in DC that left an impression (National Gallery of Art, National Portrait Gallery, National Mall, monuments, Museum of Illusions, Holocaust Museum, African American Museum, Natural History Museum, etc), and our entire family agreed their favorite part of the trip was the Walk/Talk by Lindsey on Abe Lincoln. She was knowledgeable, funny, and engaging, whether you are a history major/teacher or a pre-teen with little exposure to the content. She answered questions, and had an arsenal of anecdotal stories to supplement her talk. Truly a fantastic speaker & this a great way to supplement our evening after museums were closed. We will use the company again when traveling to DC & look forward to hopefully being enlightened by Lindsey again on a tour. Can’t say enough positives about our evening walk.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Wow! It’s incredible to hear that Lindsey’s tour was the highlight of your DC trip. Her knowledge, humor, and engaging storytelling truly make history come alive for all ages. We’d love to have you join us again for another tour—thanks for your fantastic review!

Marti_S

Mar 2025

Katherine, our guide, was fabulous! She was great with the kids and very knowledgeable. We all learned something and we had a great time. I'd definitely recommend! We have 4 kids from 5 years to 14

Response from Host

Mar 2025

So glad you and your family had a great time with Katherine! She’s fantastic at making the tour engaging for all ages. Thanks for the recommendation!