A Journey Through Washington DC In Lincoln’s Footsteps - Private
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore the pivotal moments of Abraham Lincoln's life on this 6-hour tour through Washington, DC. An expert guide will lead you to significant sites connected to Lincoln’s presidency and the Civil War. You'll visit Lincoln’s Cottage, Howard University, and memorials honoring Civil War African American soldiers, Ford's Theater, culminating at the National Portrait Gallery, where the last photograph of Lincoln is displayed. This private tour combines luxury transportation with insightful storytelling, providing a deeper understanding of Lincoln’s legacy and its impact on the nation. - 6-hour guided tour focused on Lincoln’s life and legacy - Visit key historical sites including Ford’s Theatre and Petersen House - Luxury transportation provided throughout the journey - Ideal for history enthusiasts and those interested in American culture
Inclusions
What's included
- Admission to Ford's Theater and Lincoln's Cottage included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Travel to President Lincoln’s summer retreat, where he drafted the Emancipation Proclamation and found refuge from the pressures of war. Explore the surroundings and hear stories of his time spent there planning the nation’s future.
As you return downtown, Tony will highlight Howard University, which during the Civil War era served as a Freedmen’s encampment. Imagine the anxiety among newly freed individuals as Confederate forces advanced toward the capital—and the hope and reassurance that came from seeing President Lincoln near their camp.
Pass by this powerful tribute to the United States Colored Troops. Across the street, the exterior statue of Lincoln at the African American Civil War Museum offers a moment to reflect on the president’s relationship with African American soldiers and the cause of freedom.
Arrive at the White House for a stop at Lafayette Park. Here, Tony will recount the story of Lincoln’s last public speech, delivered from the White House window just days before his assassination—an address that offered a vision for Reconstruction.
Visit the place where the tragedy unfolded on April 14, 1865. Learn about Lincoln’s final hours and the historical context surrounding the events of that night.
Continue to Baptist Alley, part of the escape route used by John Wilkes Booth. Then see the Petersen House, where Lincoln was carried after the shooting and where he passed away the next morning.
Conclude your journey at the National Portrait Gallery. Here you will see Lincoln’s final life portrait—an image that captures the weight of his years in office, taken just weeks before his death.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Monumental Tours Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in USA, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 2125% above the median of the 2274 experiences we list in USA, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in USA, outside the cities
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