Walk Arlington’s memorial landscape, from Arlington House to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
2.5 hours
Guided walk, Design insights
Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Tours run rain or shine. In rare cases of extreme weather or other unsafe conditions, we will cancel and provide a full refund.
Yes. All visitors must go through a security screening. Allow extra time so you can be ready to start on time, since the group meets after the security check.
Look for your guide near the stone benches and the Price of Freedom sculpture on the west side of the Arlington National Cemetery Visitors Center.
Wear sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes, and bring bottled water.
Arlington National Cemetery
DC locals and visitors alike rave about these architecture and history tours, which consistently deliver engaging experiences across multiple neighborhoods. Guides like Sam, Kim, Carolyn, and Rebecca earn particular praise for their deep knowledge and storytelling abilities. What sets these tours apart is the blend of historical context with architectural details and insider tips about hidden gems, even teaching longtime residents things they never knew about their own neighborhoods. The guides' professional backgrounds (one works in DC's planning department) add authentic expertise to each walk. The variety of tours impresses repeat customers, who've explored everything from Georgetown to Rock Creek Park to Southwest DC. Expect a good amount of walking—the Rock Creek tour covers nearly five miles—but the pace allows for stops and discussion. Groups stay intimate in size, making it easy to ask questions and engage. Multiple reviewers mention this as their go-to recommendation for out-of-town guests, and corporate groups have successfully used these tours for team outings with excellent results.
Thank you for putting together our private Cemetery Tour Carolyn... there is no way I could have found all these graves, not to mention the stories & history behind them!! Looking forward to return for some of the other tours.
Scott Jutte
January 4, 2026
Thank you for putting together our private Cemetery Tour Carolyn... there is no way I could have found all these graves, not to mention the stories & history behind them!! Looking forward to return for some of the other tours.
Scott Jutte
January 4, 2026