Lincoln Assassination Tour with Ford's Theatre and Petersen House
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Ford's Theatre, site of Lincoln's assassination
- Visit Petersen House, where Lincoln died
- Learn about the events of April 14, 1865
- See artifacts from the Civil War era
- Hear expert insights into Lincoln's legacy
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Ford's Theatre
- Visit to Petersen House
- Expert historical commentary
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Follow the footsteps of those involved in the Lincoln assassination, from conspirators to victims, while learning about Washington, DC in the Civil War Era. See key sites including where John Wilkes Booth lived, where he procured a horse, and the location of the former homes of several characters involved. Learn where Booth was prior to the events of April 14th, 1865.
Explore the Museum at Ford's Theatre with a personal guide and learn the stories of the rare artifacts on display relating to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Then take a guided tour of the actual theater while learning more about the events around Lincoln's assassination. *IMPORTANT: Ford's Theatre is closed for visitors May 28 through August 31 2026 for repairs, During this time no entry to Ford's will be possible. Tour will still visit Petersen House and Aftermaths Museum.
End your tour at the house President Lincoln was taken to after his fatal shot at the theater, with entry to explore inside and see the room where he died the following day.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unscripted by Guided Tours DC, 400 7th St NW #102, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour availability may vary; check the schedule before booking.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- No large bags or backpacks allowed inside the venues.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; please follow guide instructions.
- Allow extra time for security checks at the venues.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- *IMPORTANT: Ford's Theatre is closed for visitors May 28 through August 31 2026 for repairs, During this time no entry to Ford's will be possible. Tour will still visit Petersen House and Aftermaths Museum.
Traveler reviews
Sneaky great tour
Shane was great. The tour was fun and informative. We visited the Clara Barton Museum, the alley behind Ford’s Theater, Ford’s Theater, and the Peterson House.
Only complaint was more...
Only complaint was more time at Ford theatre museum portion would have been nice but hard to do with structured your, I get it. Extremely entertaining and formidable guide. Very well done and money well spent. One other note: it is NOT a private tour. Prior to our tour we had to listen to some blowhard woman and her husband whine about how it was supposed to be. We also booked online and it most definitely does NOT say that. Hopefully the company stayed strong and didn’t refund them because they were wrong. Bunch of babies. How’s that for direct?
Ford’s Theater and Peterson House
First hour of tour is walking to Ford’s Theater. Walking through the actual theater where President Lincoln was assassinated gives you chills, and the entire experience is presented with incredible care and historical detail.
Lincoln Ford Theatre tour
Tony was an awesome guide ! Very knowledgeable obviously: his delivery was very clear and easy to hear. Learned a lot of things I did not know before we started. Highly recommend !!
Meaningful
Even as non Americans, the story and experience was fantastic!, and gave a special insight into the nations history