Washington DC Lincoln Assassination Tour 2 hr

Walk through Washington, DC, following the places and streets tied to Abraham Lincoln’s final hours. This 120-minute walking tour brings the story of the president’s assassination into focus, from the events of April 14, 1865, to the morning that followed.

Starting near the National Archives, hear about Lincoln’s presidency and the Civil War as you trace John Wilkes Booth’s route along Pennsylvania Avenue. Pass locations connected to the plot, including the former National Hotel and the site of the Surratt Boarding House near Wok and Roll. The route also takes in landmarks such as the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington House at Arlington Cemetery, the Willard Hotel, and the National Theatre.

End in the Ford’s Theatre district, with exterior visits to Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House, where Lincoln died the following morning. The tour does not enter either building. From May 28 through August 31, Ford’s Theatre is closed for repairs, so the visit remains outside. Wear comfortable shoes for the walk and dress for the weather. Join this Washington DC Lincoln assassination tour to connect the city’s landmarks with a pivotal chapter in American history.