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Lincoln Assassination – Spies, Patriots, Truths & Myths Tour

Explore the untold story of Abraham Lincoln's assassination on this immersive Washington D.C. walking tour. Discover key landmarks, gripping insights, and a plot that changed U.S. history forever!

Tour Overview

This thrilling one-of-a-kind walking tour doesn’t just visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Abraham Lincoln but immerses you in incredible insights and revelations that will make you look upon the assignation of the 16th President of the United States in a completely different light as well as other assassinations. This walking tour will reveal what happened on the night that changed the history of a nation forever. With your expert local Washington D.C. guide, you will journey back in time to learn about the three-pronged attack designed to change the course of U.S. politics and Government.

The assassination of the 16th President of the United States is shrouded in mystery, intrigue, and conspiracy; however, this tour will reveal the truth behind the infamous night and the central players including John Wilkes Booth as well as see the iconic buildings where this great drama played out on the night of April 15th, 1865, that led to the Lincoln Assassination.

What's Included

  • Tour is led by an expert English-speaking Washington D.C local guide

Highlights

  • Visit the main landmark locations involved in the plot to assassinate Lincoln
  • See the exterior of the White House and the beautiful La Fayette Square
  • Stop to see and hear all about the Willard Hotel, The Star Saloon that played central roles on the evening of April 15th, 1865
  • Enjoy incredible photo opportunities of some of the most important buildings in Washington D.C.

Languages

  • English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does LetzGo's Lincoln Assassination, Spies, Patriots, Truths and Myths tour cover?

LetzGo’s 2.5-hour investigative walking tour explores the full story of the conspiracy to assassinate Abraham Lincoln on the night of 14 April 1865, not just the shooting at Ford’s Theatre, but the three-pronged attack that simultaneously targeted the entire U.S. political leadership. The guide covers John Wilkes Booth, the co-conspirators, and the key landmarks connected to the plot, including the exterior of the White House and Lafayette Square, the Willard Hotel (a key meeting point in the conspiracy story), and the Star Saloon adjacent to Ford’s Theatre where Booth drank before the assassination.

What was the three-pronged attack on the night Lincoln was assassinated?

LetzGo’s Spies, Patriots, Truths & Myths tour is specifically designed to separate historical fact from the considerable mythology that has built up around Lincoln’s assassination. Your guide addresses the persistent myths: Was Secretary of War Stanton complicit in the plot? Was John Wilkes Booth really killed at Garrett’s Farm, or did he escape? What happened to Mary Surratt, the first woman executed by the US federal government? The tour presents the documented evidence clearly, allowing guests to form their own conclusions about the conspiracies within the conspiracy.

What specific landmarks does LetzGo's Lincoln Assassination walking tour visit in Washington DC?

LetzGo’s tour visits key landmarks linked to the assassination plot, including the exterior of the White House and Lafayette Square, the Willard Hotel (connected to the conspiracy story), and photo opportunities at important D.C. buildings connected to the events of that night. The tour also passes the Star Saloon site, adjacent to Ford’s Theatre, where Booth spent time before the assassination. The narrative is presented as an investigative, story-driven walk, part history tour, part detective story, making the events of 14 April 1865 feel immediate and personal.

What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We offer free cancellation and free rescheduling on all bookings made more than 24 hours before your scheduled tour departure time. If your plans change, simply contact us as early as possible and we will rebook you onto another available date at no additional charge.

Cancellations or changes requested less than 24 hours before departure are not possible, and the booking will be treated as non-refundable. This policy exists because our tours operate with a limited number of guests, and last-minute cancellations prevent us from offering the spot to other travellers.

We strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date, particularly during peak travel seasons (June to September) when availability fills quickly. If you are booking for a group, please contact us directly before completing your booking so we can advise on availability and any group-specific arrangements.

Is this tour accessible for guests with reduced mobility or physical limitations?

We want to be transparent about this so that every guest can make an informed decision before booking. This tour is not currently recommended for guests using wheelchairs, motorised scooters or other mobility assistance devices. The tour route includes a significant amount of walking and covers surfaces that can be challenging, including cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs across both venues.

Strollers and baby carriages cannot be accommodated on this tour.

We also ask that all participants be in good general health. If you have a medical condition or are not accustomed to regular exercise, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking.

If you have specific mobility concerns and are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking — we will always advise honestly based on your situation, and we can explore whether alternative tour options or arrangements may be more suitable.

Email us on: info@letzgocitytours.com if you need further assistance.

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