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
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 select dates 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
Awesome tour by Skye!
Skye was our tour guide and she is so knowledgable and made the experience so enjoyable! I highly recommend this tour if you’re even close to being a history buff! We loved it!
No other like it!
Awesome tour guide. She knew the subject matter and was very engaging. Tour was a little shorter than expected but all good.
Informative and fun
A great way to learn very detailed facts about our history while still being fun and intriguing. Skye was very knowledgeable and entertaining.
Riley rocks!
Riley was outstanding! She delivered interesting facts relevant to the exhibit and provided the underlying context as well. She was able to answer all of our questions (we had a lot) in a happy, calm, and pleasant manner. She was easy to understand and checked with us when a session was over to make sure we “got everything”. She controlled the pace of the tour, ensuring we were not late for anything, without rushing. There is nothing I can think of to criticize - no “constructive criticism”, because everything was outstanding. My whole family shares this perspective. The exhibits themselves were also well-done and well-presented. The overall experience was wonderful.
Skye was so wonderful....
Skye was so wonderful. Our tour group was smaller, with only three of us, and she was great! Very knowledgeable. So sweet. Great tour!