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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

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable about what went on behind the scenes for Abraham Lincoln‘s assassination.”

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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

“Becca was an incredible tour guide and story-teller! This entire tour was captivating and her knowledge of the city itself and Lincoln's life and death was awesome. I cannot recommend this enough!! Such a fascinating experience.”

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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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6.DC: Lincoln Assassination from White House to Ford’s Theatre

Discover the night of Lincoln’s assassination on this 2-hour walking tour from White House to Ford's Theatre. Learn stories, see key sites, and explore history firsthand.

★ 4.8

“Becca was our guide. She did a fantastic job. She knew so many facts of the events leading up to Lincoln's assassination and what happened to the key players afterwards. She was able to answer all of our questions. There were so many facts and…”

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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

“They need to know to wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing. The tour guide needs to provide more information while transitioning from one area to another”

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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

“Great tour with Edward! He was so full of information! He answered all our questions and told us many background stories which really enhanced our tour.”

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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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