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13 Best Lincoln Assassination & Ford's Theatre Tours

The assassination history tours: Ford’s Theatre, the Petersen House across the street and the manhunt that followed, told where it happened. No embellishment needed.

1.Lincoln Assassination Tour with Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House

Discover Lincoln’s final hours on this small-group, guided walking tour through Civil War-era DC, including Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House—rich in stories and authentic sites.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Excellent Tour! Skye was an expert tour guide and really made the tour come to life. She was super accommodating and full of information and answered any questions we had. Would recommend 10/10!”

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2.DC: White House, National Mall and Lincoln Memorial Tour

Discover Washington DC’s iconic landmarks on this guided 2.5-hour tour featuring the White House, Lincoln Memorial, and more, led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.1

“Daniel (Minchew) our guide was fantastic the best ever and we have travelled extensively for 30 years. We could have listened to Daniel for days, his experience at working at the White House himself for many years from Presidents Kennedy and Johnson and was so…”

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3.The Night of Lincoln’s Assassination Walking Tour

Explore Lincoln's final night in Washington DC on this 2-hour guided walking tour, visiting key sites and uncovering stories behind history’s most famous assassination.

★ 5.0

“Do not miss out on this tour! It was so great. My daughter said it was the most surprising thing we did. Such great information and Cecilia was a wonderful guide.”

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4.DC: Lincoln Assassination Walking Tour with Ford’s Theatre

Explore the historic night of Lincoln’s assassination in Washington, DC, with a guided tour visiting Ford's Theatre, Surratt House, and more for $79.

★ 4.6

“This as very much worth it. Not just a tour of Ford’s theater but of nearby landmarks too. My tour guide Sean was very knowledgeable. He must be a historian.”

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7.White House, National Mall Capital Highlight and Lincoln Memorial

Discover Washington DC’s iconic landmarks on this guided tour featuring the White House, Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial, and more, for an insightful half-day experience.

★ 4.0

“Fascinating walking tour made all the more special by Daniel our guide who was so knowledgeable and full of tidbits that only someone who worked for JFK could know!”

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8.Washington D.C. Lincoln Assassination History Walking Tour

Explore the night of Lincoln's assassination with this detailed 2.5-hour Washington D.C. walking tour, revealing key sites, stories, and secrets behind history's pivotal moments.

★ 3.5

“Ed was an excellent storyteller and extremely knowledgeable about the assassination and the events surrounding it. Throughly enjoyed the tour. Easy pace for everyone.”

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10.DC Mall: Lincoln Memorial to Cap Hill App Audio GPS Walking Tour

Explore Washington DC’s highlights with this self-guided, GPS-enabled walking tour from the Korean War Memorial to the Capitol, at just $6.75.

★ 5.0

“I'm not one to usually take the time to write a review, but....This is the best tour!! It was very user friendly, and can be used for one person or a group. --I'd choose this tour over an in-person tour guide any day, because you…”

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11.DC Civil War and President Lincoln History and Art Walking Tour

Discover Washington’s Civil War history and Lincoln’s final moments on this expert-led walking tour. See monuments, key sites, and learn authentic stories.

★ 5.0

“This was a monumentally informative and incredible tour. From the moment I walked into the "unscripted" office, I felt like I had lucked into the right place/right tour. Sean was an amazing guide. THIS PLACE IS WHERE TO GO WHEN YOU WANT TO KNOW!”

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