Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

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Washington DC

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours(approx.)

Language: en

Overview

Get the most out of Arlington National Cemetery with this 2.5 hour, guided walking tour. Pay your respects to President John F. Kennedy, view the ceremonial Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and learn American history as you visit civil war graves and notable people throughout history. Join a local, expert guide to ensure you see all Arlington Cemetery has to offer.

What To Expect

Meet your guide at the Welcome Center of Arlington National Cemetery 15 minutes before tour departure time.

Learn the history of Arlington National Cemetery, visit the Civil War sections, and learn about key figures in American history as you visit their graves.

View the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns, a highly ritualized ceremony by the US Army 3rd Infantry.

Visit the grave of John F. Kennedy, as well as Jackie Kennedy, Robert Kennedy and Edward Kennedy.

What's Included

Inclusions

View the ceremonial Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns
See notable sites such as the graves of Civil War Soldiers
Professional Guide
Visit some of the cemetery's most important memorials, including the USS Maine Mast Memorial
2-2.5-Hour Arlington Cemetery Guided Walking Tour in Washington DC
Visit the grave of John F. Kennedy, as well as Jackie Kennedy, Robert Kennedy and Edward Kennedy

Exclusions

Gratuities
Transportation
Entry to Arlington House

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide just outside the visitor’s center on the cemetery side after you pass through security. Your guide will be wearing a blue name tag.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This is a walking tour, there will be approximately 2 miles of walking and inclines and stairs. Please plan accordingly.
Tour runs rain or shine.
Meeting Address: 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA Please meet your guide just outside the Welcome Center on the Arlington Cemetery side after you pass through security, next to the benches on the West side.
Your reserved time is the tour start/departure time. All tours depart promptly on time and are unable to wait for late arrivals. Guests should arrive 20 minutes before tour time to pass through security and check in.