About this experience
On the night of April 14, 1865, John Wilkes Booth shot Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre and vanished into the Washington night, launching one of the greatest manhunts in American history.
Follow that story on the very streets where it happened; visit the boarding house where the conspiracy was planned, Baptist Alley where Booth's horse awaited, Ford's Theatre, and the Petersen House where Lincoln died the next morning. Led by an expert guide and inspired by Manhunt, this tour brings the events of April 1865 vividly to life with stories, hidden details, and insights most visitors miss. More than sightseeing, it's a chance to stand where history happened and experience one of America's most dramatic stories firsthand. See beyond the crowds and modern cityscape, revealing the hidden clues, overlooked locations, and human drama behind the assassination. Experience Lincoln's final hours in a way no book, museum, or documentary can match.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr–2 hr 30 min
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr–2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Ford's Theatre Washington DC Guide
Curious what awaits beyond Ford’s Theatre’s restored stage in Washington, DC? This guide reveals the visit’s most haunting turn.
White House Visitor Guide
Curious about touring the White House? Learn the key rules, hidden details, and one mistake that could end your visit before it begins.
Lincoln Memorial Guide for First Timers
Plan your first Lincoln Memorial visit with the best times, views, and nearby stops—plus one quiet detail most first-timers completely miss.
What is included
- Tickets to Petersen House
- Ticket to Ford's Theatre
- 2-hour Guided Walking Tour
Itinerary and highlights
Pass by the building where Abraham Lincoln celebrated his second inauguration at a grand ball just weeks before his assassination. Learn how this elegant landmark became the setting for one of the final public celebrations of Lincoln's life.
Outside the National Portrait Gallery, hear the remarkable story of Lincoln's final public appearance and explore how Washington was transformed by the Civil War. Your guide will connect the city you see today with the capital Lincoln knew in 1865.
Step inside the theatre where John Wilkes Booth shot Abraham Lincoln on April 14, 1865. Explore the museum's extraordinary collection of artifacts and stand just feet from the Presidential Box as your guide brings the dramatic events of that night vividly to life.
Cross the street to the boarding house where Abraham Lincoln was carried after the shooting and died the following morning. See the room where his life ended and reflect on the final chapter of one of the most consequential presidencies in American history.
Meeting and pickup information
- Your guide will text you an hour before your tour and meet you on the sidewalk just outside Dolcezza Gelato.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Cornerstone Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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