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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  A guided walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)
✖  Private transportation
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

Meet at west side of this intersection, on the edge of the Capitol grounds. The guide will have a Walking Backward Tours sign.

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Itinerary
1
U.S. Capitol Hear the story of the first ever presidential assassination attempt, right on the Capitol steps.

Duration:  15 minutes

2
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!

Duration:  20 minutes

3
Ford's Theatre See the exterior of the theater where John Wilkes Booth reshaped the nation's history.

Duration:  20 minutes

4
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!

Duration:  20 minutes

Additional info
•  Service animals allowed
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Free cancellation
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Price:
From $25
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
2.5 hours
Guide in:
English   
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.