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Washington DC Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 8.2 out of 10

Very goodTop 14% in Washington DC

685 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Trace Booth’s route through Washington, visit Petersen House, and walk through Ford’s Theatre when its interior is open to visitors.

About this tour

Follow the streets of Washington, DC where the Lincoln assassination unfolded on this two-hour walking tour. From the final hours at Ford’s Theatre to the house where the president was taken, the story comes into focus at the places that still stand.

Trace John Wilkes Booth’s movements through Civil War-era streets and down Baptist Alley, and visit the site of the Star Saloon, where Booth had his final drink. When open to visitors, Ford’s Theatre offers a walkthrough; reserved entry to Petersen House brings you to the place where Lincoln spent his final hours. A souvenir booklet with historical photos and site histories adds context, while a live guide separates documented facts from familiar myths. Bottled water is included.

Ford’s Theatre closes to visitors on select dates from May 28 through August 31, 2026, for repairs. On those dates, the tour still visits Petersen House and the Aftermaths Museum. Meet inside the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW. Join this Washington, DC Lincoln assassination walking tour to explore a defining chapter of American history on the streets where it happened.

Highlights

  • Trace John Wilkes Booth’s route through historic Washington streets
  • Walk through Ford’s Theatre when its interior is open to visitors
  • Enter Petersen House, where Lincoln was taken after he was shot
  • Hear the evidence and stories behind the assassination conspiracy

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Ford’s Theatre walkthrough entry
  • Souvenir booklet featuring historical photos and histories of the sites and key figures
  • Reserved entry into Petersen House
  • Two-hour guided walking tour

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Ford’s Theatre entry on select dates from May 28 through August 31, 2026, when it is closed for repairs

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Important information

  • Meet inside the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW; look for signs outside
  • Ford’s Theatre is closed to visitors on select dates from May 28 through August 31, 2026; the tour still visits Petersen House and the Aftermaths Museum
  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller; infants must sit on an adult’s lap
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  • Service animals are allowed
  • Nearby public transportation is available
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided walking tour lasts two hours.

Is Ford’s Theatre always open during the tour?

No. Ford’s Theatre is closed to visitors on select dates from May 28 through August 31, 2026, for repairs. The tour still visits Petersen House and the Aftermaths Museum.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet your guide inside the Unscripted Welcome Center at 400 7th Street NW.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour is listed as wheelchair accessible, including all areas and surfaces.

Can I bring an infant or small child?

Yes. Small children can ride in a stroller, and infants must sit on an adult’s lap.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.89 on Viator and 4.75 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.2. Top 14% in Washington DC means it ranks in the top 14% of tours in Washington DC by this score.

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