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Assassinations Capital: Presidential Crime Scenes Walking Tour

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

This tour is recommended for ages 14+.

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 (and talk about some of the attempts outside of DC). Your guide will share the motives, the manhunts, and crazy coincidences that might have changed history forever.

What's Included

  • A guided walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)
  • Private transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

East Capitol St NE & First St NE
Washington, DC 20004, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Pennsylvania Ave NW &
16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001, USA

The tour concludes outside Blair House, just across Pennsylvania Ave. from the White House.

What To Expect

U.S. Capitol

Hear the story of the first ever presidential assassination attempt, right on the Capitol steps.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Mall

We'll walk part of the National Mall to talk about the assassination of James Garfield, which took place in the heart of DC!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ford's Theatre

See the exterior of the theater where John Wilkes Booth reshaped the nation's history.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blair House

The "President's Guest House" has a dark history - as we visit the outside, find out out why it became a shocking crime scene in 1950!
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Assassinations Capital: Presidential Crime Scenes Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • A guided walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)
  • Private transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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