A walking tour visiting the sites of presidential assassination attempts (successful and unsuccessful!) in the heart of DC.

PRICE: From
$25
per person

 

Some of the most notorious crime scenes in DC are hidden in plain sight. Strolling from the Capitol to the White House, you’ll see the locations of four presidential assassination attempts. Your guide will share the motives, the manhunts, and crazy coincidences that might have changed history forever.

This tour starts on the east side of the U.S. Capitol and ends in the park north of the White House.

The route is roughly 2.5 miles and the tour takes 2.5 hours. The recommended age for this activity is 14+.

Learn the forgotten story of the first presidential assassination attempt
Recreate Harry Truman’s very close call
Visit the famous scenes of the Lincoln conspiracy

Includes:
Outdoor guided walking tour with presidential history expert
This tour visits only the exteriors of notable buildings. Entry to Ford’s Theater, the U.S. Capitol and Blair House is not included.
Access to Lafayette Square can occasionally be limited due to security measures or First Amendment activity.

 

 

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