DC: Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour and Changing of the Guard
Overview
Step into a place of profound national pride and reflection with a 2-hour Arlington Cemetery Tour. This iconic landmark is the final resting place of over 400,000 American veterans, across 639 acres of preserved landscape.
With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll explore the history, symbolism, and stories that make this cemetery one of the most moving experiences in the nation’s capital. From world leaders and war heroes to astronauts and Supreme Court justices, Arlington is where history rests—and comes to life.
Ask questions and explore the historic space with an expert local guide:
• The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier – Witness the time-honored Changing of the Guard ceremony
• John F. Kennedy’s Eternal Flame – Pay tribute at the gravesite of the 35th U.S. President
• Memorial Amphitheater – Learn about national ceremonies and state funerals held here
• Arlington House – Discover the historic home of Robert E. Lee with panoramic views of the D.C. skyline
What's Included
- Powerful and historic landmarks and sites along the walk
- Entry into Arlington National Cemetery
- Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour (1PM start time)
- Expert Local Guide
Meeting Location
Memorial Avenue
Arlington, VA 22202, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Arlington National Cemetery
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants 2 and under are free
- Exact sites along tour subject to change
- Tour starts inside the Visitor Center next to The Bugler statue
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Activity code: C-5096P78
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