Arlington Cemetery Guided Walking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- John F. Kennedy gravesite
- Challenger Memorial
- Arlington House
- Robert E. Lee Memorial
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Expert guide
- Comprehensive tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Start this 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery by meeting your guide inside the Visitor's Center. You and your group will receive an overview of the history of Arlington National Cemetery which includes: • Admission to Arlington Cemetery • Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards • Kennedy family grave site including Edward and Robert Kennedy • See Custis Lee Manor from a distance • Grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy • View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disasters • Possibility to visit Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).
Pass by: See the Tomb of the unknown Soldier during your guided walk through Arlington Cemetery
Pass by: See John Kennedy's Gravesite
Meeting point
Start Location
Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA, USA
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Photography is allowed, but please be respectful of the solemn environment.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking; the tour covers several miles.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Transportation not provided to/from the cemetery. Entirety of tour is walking.
- Must bring valid Photo ID on day of travel
- Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
Traveler reviews
James was an awesome tour guide!
We did our tour with James and he was very knowledgeable on everything. He went out of his way to take us to the metro so we would find our way back to our hotel. He took us on the metro so we wouldn’t get lost. He was very hospitable and kind. Thanks James!
Arlington Changing of the Guard
Request James from Signature tours. He is the living history of this place. Wear comfy shoes. Great!
Great tour with James
James was our tour guide and he is phenomenal! He is extremely knowledgeable and courteous! The tour was 2 hours but he would have gone longer if he hadn’t had another tour! It was a beautiful day, and Arlington Cemetery is just amazing! There were crowds, but the space is so open and well controlled. We loved it and highly recommend this tour, especially if you get James!!!
A memorable experience!
Excellent value for the informative must-do experience! Tips: book for early morning, wear comfy walking shoes, bring water, a hat, and sunglasses. Tour guide and historian, James, is friendly and knowledgeable. He made the most of every minute of a full two hours tour!
Well worth it!
Our experience was excellent with our knowledgeable and friendly guide, James, who is a historian. Fee was well worth it. Length of your was 2 full hours. Just right.