Lincoln Assassination Unscripted
Follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous assassins in history with an expert guide. Explore life in Washington, DC during the Civil War, and tour inside Ford's Theatre and the Petersen Boarding House where president Lincoln took his final breath.
$79
2 Hours
Starting Location:
400 7th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA
Highlights
Civil War DC
See iconic sights of the Civil War and those associated with the Assassionation hidden in plain sight.
Ford's Theatre* & Museum
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 followed up by a ranger talk on the events around Lincoln's assignation.
The Petersen Boarding House
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.
Things to Know
Tour runs rain or shine
Moderate amount of walking, dress for comfort
All Weapons are Prohibited
guests say
"Anyone remotely interested in history must do this! We used Unscripted tours and Shane was truly amazing! We saw tons of behind the scene stuff, learned an amazing amount, sat in the Fords Theater and saw where Lincoln was shot and sadly passed away in a house across the street. A must do if your in DC!" -Tripadvisor
About the Tour
Join an expert guide as you explore the events that changed the history of a nation on the night a US president was assassinated for the first time. Follow in the footsteps of John Wilkes Booth on the day of April 14, 1865, while learning about life in Washington, DC during the Civil War.
Tour downtown Washington, DC and see the locations where historic homes and business from the era once stood, and some still do.Explore Ford's Theatre and see artifacts from the era. Visit the actual room where Lincoln died in the Petersen house.
*Unscripted Tours is not associated with Ford's Theatre. We reserve group entry passes as part of your tour.
