Tour Arlington National Cemetery, America's most famous resting place, with an expert guide on a small group walking tour. Witness the iconic Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

The best way to experience the grandeur and meaning of Arlington National Cemetery is on a small group guided walking tour. Your expert guide will take you to the most important highlights and help you reach the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the perfect moment for the Changing of the Guard.

Pay your respects before the Eternal Flame at President John F. Kennedy’s graveside, along with his wife Jackie and his brother Bobby. Marvel at the Iwo Jima Memorial modelled after the famous photograph of the flag-raising.

Discover the often missed "Supreme Court Section," - final resting place of famous judges like Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall. Stand in the 5,000-seat Arlington Memorial Amphitheatre used for state funerals. Learn the stories behind Arlington House, the Confederate Memorial and the Women in Military Service for America Memorial.

This personalized small group tour transforms a simple walk into a profound journey revealing American history and the important events and people that shaped America. Book your tour now to guarantee your spot for this must-see Washington D.C. experience.

Why you’ll love this…

You will explore the Cemetery highlights with an expert guide in a small group
You will see the Changing of the Guard at the perfect moment
You can visit the graves of Chief Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Thurgood Marshall
The tour gives you the opportunity to learn the significance of Arlington House and the Memorial Amphitheatre

Important to know

Accessibility:

The walking tour covers about two miles and is not suitable for people with mobility issues
Stroller and Wheelchair accessible (with a companion to push the wheelchair)

Not allowed:

No pets, alcohol or large bags, service animals are allowed

Know in advance:

This tour has a maximum of 15 people
This tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress accordingly
The Cemetery requires all guests to go through physical security screening
Minors (17 or under) must be accompanied by an adult (18+)

Remember to bring:

Photo ID required for all guests 16 or older

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Entrance ticket
Tour guide

What’s not included

Interior of Arlington House

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center, 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA

Meeting point:

Go through security inside the Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center, and meet your guide by the statue of the soldier holding a trumpet, in the middle of the room. Arlington Cemetery station, on Metro's Blue line, is a 2-minute walk from the Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center End point: The Eternal Flame at JFK’s gravesite, about a 10 minute walk from the Welcome Center. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.