Washington DC Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour
Explore Lincoln's final day on a 2-hour DC walking tour. Visit key assassination sites with a guide and uncover Civil War history.
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Important Information
- • Wheelchair accessible
- • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- • Service animals allowed
- • Public transportation nearby
- • Tour does not enter any buildings
Step back in time on the Washington DC Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour. This captivating two-hour journey takes you through the pivotal sites of President Lincoln's final day. Begin at the White House, where Lincoln delivered his last speech, and follow the path of John Wilkes Booth and his co-conspirators. Visit the site of Secretary of State Seward's attempted assassination and the Kirkwood House Hotel, where an attack on Vice President Johnson was planned. Marvel at the exteriors of Ford's Theatre and Peterson's Boarding House, where Lincoln took his final breath. With a professional guide narrating the dramatic events, you'll gain insight into the intrigue and betrayal that marked this historic night. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the heart of Civil War-era Washington DC and relive one of America's most infamous nights. Book your tour today and experience history firsthand.
Pros
- Immerse in Civil War history
- Trace John Wilkes Booth's steps
- Visit assassination attempt sites
- Explore Ford's Theatre exterior
- Discover Peterson's Boarding House
- Experience historic DC landmarks
Includes
- Live commentary from a professional guide
- Historic images of sites and characters
- Guided walking tour through downtown DC
- Exterior view of Ford's Theatre and Peterson's Boarding House
Excludes
- Entrance into Ford's Theatre
FAQ
- • Where Does the Tour Start?
The tour begins at St. John's Church, the yellow-columned church at the corner of 16th and H St NW.
- • Is the Tour Wheelchair Accessible?
Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.
- • Are Tickets for Ford's Theatre Included?
No, entrance to Ford's Theatre requires separate tickets from NPS.
- • Can I Bring a Stroller?
Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.
- • Is the Tour Suitable for Service Animals?
Yes, service animals are allowed on the tour.
Tour Highlights
- • Immerse in Civil War history
- • Trace John Wilkes Booth's steps
- • Visit assassination attempt sites
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