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Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre

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Hear dramatic retelling of parts of the play Our American Cousin
We end the tour outside Ford's Theatre, the historic theatre where President Lincoln was shot.
See the House Where Lincoln Died
We talk about the planned attack on Vice President Johnson, outside the site of his hotel.
Learn about Washington DC during the American Civil War.
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On average, this is booked 15 (5.6) days in advance.
2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This tour will take you minute by minute through the last day of the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln.

You will meet the conspirators who were desperately trying to save the Confederate cause in the dying days of the Civil War. There were to be 3 attacks that night. This tour unfolds as a story filled with suspense, intrigue, and espionage.

-The White House - where Lincoln gave his final speech in the presence of his later assassin, John Wilkes Booth

-Home of Secretary of State Seward - who was attacked that night by a co-conspirator of Booth

-National Theatre - potential site of Booth's attack on Lincoln, but instead where his young son learned of the death of his father.

-Site of the Kirkwood House Hotel - where VP Andrew Johnson lived and an attack on him was planned.

-Ford's Theatre - the site of the assassination while watching a play. Travelers may opt to visit on their own. Tickets from NPS required.

-Peterson's Boarding House - where Lincoln took his final breath.

What's Included

  • 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour Following in Lincoln's Footsteps
  • Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters
  • Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
  • Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

1525 H Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20005, USA

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End point

511 10th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA

The tour ends outside Ford's Theatre. We do not go inside Ford's Theatre on the tour.

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St. John's Episcopal Church

Nicknamed the Church of the Presidents, we start our tour here to get an overview of Washington DC in the 1860s; understanding the events that led to this fateful night. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lafayette Square

The tour will begin with an introduction to President Lincoln's final months in the White House. New characters will be introduced as we explore the historic row houses that surround the park.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

White House

We talk about Abraham Lincoln's presidency during the Civil War and his final speech; given at the White House in the presence of his later assassin, John Wilkes Booth. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

United States Department of the Treasury (pass by)

Walk past the US Treasury Building, which acted as the temporary White House after Lincoln's Assassiantion.
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The National Theatre

On the day of the assassination, John Wilkes Booth stopped by this theater and met with a friend. Later that evening, Lincoln's son Tad was at this theater watching a play: Aladdin or his Wonderful Lamp. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Old Post Office Pavilion

Across from this grand old building was the location of the Kirkwood House Hotel. This is where Vice President Andrew Johnson stayed. Conspirator George Azerodt rented a room here and was given the job to attack Johnson that same night... (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest (pass by)

Learn about America's Main Street as you walk through downtown Washington DC, following in the foot steps of Presidential Inaugural Parades and how the residents of Civil War Washington DC traversed the city.
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Ford's Theatre

This is the historic theater where John Wilkes Booth snuck up behind the President like a coward and fired that fateful shot. Today it is a working theater and it has been restored to his Civil War era grandeur. Millions of Americans visit this location every year to remember Lincoln and his legacy. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Petersen Boarding House

This small and simple historic row house was a boarding house at the time of the Civil War. After Lincoln was shot, he was taken to a room on the first floor of this house while the doctors attended to his health. Secretary of War Edwin Stanton interviewed witnesses here that night. Robert Todd Lincoln arrived from the White House and stayed by his father's side all night. It was a sad procession early the next morning when they finally brought the President's lifeless body down the steps for his carriage journey back to the White House. (We do not enter any buildings on this tour)
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Baptist Alley (pass by)

The original alley behind Ford's Theatre through which John Wilkes Booth escaped after the assassination. Ask your tour guide to tell you about it and you can walk there after the tour! It is open to the public and you can see some original buildings.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note: This tour does not enter any buildings during the tour

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour Following in Lincoln's Footsteps.
  • Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters.
  • Professional, Licensed Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required).
Apr 2025
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Accessibility information for the Night of Lincoln Assassination: from White House to Ford Theatre is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • 2 Hour Guided Walking Tour Following in Lincoln's Footsteps
  • Historic Photos to View on the Tour of Sites and Characters
  • Professional, Licensed Tour Guide
  • Entrance into Ford's Theatre (tickets from NPS required)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please note: This tour does not enter any buildings during the tour
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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