Arlington National Cemetery Tour & Changing of the Guard
Discover the stories behind Arlington's memorials with an expert local guide
Duration
2 hrs
Ideal For
No maximum people
Includes
Guide, cemetery entry
Highlights
Explore Arlington National Cemetery on a guided walking tour that connects its monuments and gravesites to the people and events that shaped American history. Follow your guide beyond the familiar landmarks to discover some of the cemetery's often-missed stories.
- Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with your visit timed by your guide
- Discover the legacies of Supreme Court justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall at their gravesites
- Learn the history behind Arlington House
Itinerary
Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center Memorial Avenue 1, 22211 Arlington
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Wilson Avenue 1, 22211 Arlington
The Eternal Flame at President John F Kennedy Memorial Sheridan Drive 1, 22211 Arlington
Iwo Jima Memorial 22209 Arlington
Arlington Memorial Amphitheater Memorial Avenue 1, 22211 Arlington
Women in Military Service for America Memorial Schley Drive, 22202 Arlington
Confederate Memorial Jackson Circle, 22211 Arlington
Supreme Court Justices Graves Sheridan Drive 1, 22211 Arlington
What's Included
- Entry to Arlington National Cemetery
Important details
- Ages 17 and under require an accompanying adult age 18 or older.
- Bring a photo ID if you are age 16 or older.
- The walking route covers about 2 miles.
- Pets are not allowed. Service animals are allowed.
- Go through security screening before meeting your guide.
- Alcohol and large bags are not allowed.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to allow for transportation and parking delays. Tours depart on time and cannot wait for late arrivals.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund or credit. You'll also receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. The tour operates in all weather conditions. No-shows are charged the full price; missed tours are nonrefundable.
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FAQs
Yes. Strollers and wheelchairs are allowed. Wheelchair access requires a companion to push the wheelchair.
Transportation, gratuities, and entry inside Arlington House are not included in the listed price.
Yes. Arlington Cemetery station on Metro's Blue Line is a 2-minute walk from the Welcome Center.
Meeting details
Soldier-with-trumpet statue inside Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center, 1 Memorial Avenue, Arlington, VA 22211
Related locations
Arlington National Cemetery
Admission includedWalking into Arlington National Cemetery, you enter a landscape where history is measured in white marble headstones stretching across more than 600 acres of Virginia hillside. The quiet here is particular, broken only by the rustle of oak leaves or the distant cadence of a military honors ceremony. Arlington National Cemetery asks for patience and attention, rewarding both with an experience that few places in the country can match.