Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

Overview

See the moving Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns on a guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Be perfectly placed for good views of the moving ceremony, then continue to some of the cemetery's most important gravesites and memorials, including places dedicated to John F. Kennedy, the USS Maine, Second World War soldier Audie Murphy, and more, learning the fascinating history of the cemetery as you walk.

Guided Walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery
Watch the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns
Visit important grave sites from politicians to war heroes, including John F. Kennedy
Pass by the former home of Robert E. Lee
Group size limited to 15 to ensure personal service
Multiple times offered throughout the day

What To Expect

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

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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

• Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a walking tour, there will be approximately 2 miles of walking and inclines and stairs.
Tour runs rain or shine.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Included/Excluded

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

Gratuities
Transportation
Entry to Arlington House

Durations

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA

from 55 $