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Step into history on this 2-hour guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, available in the morning or afternoon. Visit the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy and the Eternal Flame, famously lit by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. Witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. See Arlington House, the former residence of General Robert E. Lee, and see the JFK family graves. Take in the beauty of all 639 acres of this national landmark.
Your expert local guide will lead you through Arlington Cemetery’s most significant sites, sharing stories, historical context, and fascinating insights that you won’t find on your own.
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Enhance your experience with a 3-hour National Mall Bus Tour, stopping at 10+ top DC monuments and memorials, including the White House, U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and more. Choose Morning or Night tour options at checkout to see the monuments in daylight or beautifully illuminated at night.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Arlington National Cemetery
2-Hour WALKING tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Visit the final resting place of President John F. Kennedy, marked by the Eternal Flame lit by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. Your guide shares the story of JFK’s life, presidency, and legacy, making this one of Arlington’s most iconic sites. Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, honoring unidentified U.S. service members. Learn about the ceremony’s history, precision, and symbolism during your guided visit. See the historic mansion that once served as the home of General Robert E. Lee. Your guide will explain its history, architecture, and connection to the Lee family and the Civil War.See the historic mansion that once served as the home of General Robert E. Lee. Your guide will explain its history, architecture, and connection to the Lee family and the Civil War.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Pass by)
See the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Admission ticket free -
2White House
15-20 minute Photo Stop and time to explore the area. See the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. Your guide shares the history of the White House, its architecture, and the important events that have taken place here.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3U.S. Capitol
15-20 minute Photo Stop and time to explore the area with your guide. View the iconic home of the United States Congress, where laws are made and historic debates occur. Learn about the Capitol’s architecture, history, and the legislative process from your guide.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Lincoln Memorial
15-20 minute Photo Stop and to explore the surrounding area with your guide. Visit the monument honoring President Abraham Lincoln, famous for the iconic seated statue and his inspiring speeches. Your guide highlights Lincoln’s legacy and the memorial’s symbolic design.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
15 minute Photo Stop and time to explore the area with your guide. Explore this powerful tribute to Dr. King, featuring his Stone of Hope statue and engraved quotes. Learn about his life, the civil rights movement, and the memorial’s design symbolism.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Photo Stop. Pay respects at the black granite wall inscribed with the names of U.S. service members who died in the Vietnam War. Your guide shares stories behind the memorial’s creation and its reflective design.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended
- The Arlington Cemetery tour is a walking tour and is moderately strenuous. Not recommended for guests with mobility issues or very small children.
- Valid Photo ID is required for all guests 16 and up at Arlington National Cemetery.
- Note: This tour will involve quite a bit of walking for about 2 hours and will require that people be physically fit and wear comfortable shoes. Not well suited for disabled people or people in wheelchair. It's not recommended to carry babies on this tour.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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