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A cemetery with rows of white headstones and a large tree with orange leaves. 1
A stone monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones and trimmed bushes. 2
A stone monument with inscriptions, surrounded by a brick pathway and greenery. 3
A stone monument with intricate carvings, surrounded by trees and a paved walkway. 4
A cemetery with rows of white headstones, a monument, and the Washington Monument in the background. 5
By Signature Tours of DC

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Activity location

  • Arlington National Cemetery
    • Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge,
    • 22211, Arlington, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center
    • 1 Memorial Avenue
    • 22211, Arlington, Virginia, United States

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    View the Changing of the Guards and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • Inclusions
    2 hours Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
  • Inclusions
    Upgrade with DC Bus Tour option will stop at sites such as White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial
  • Inclusions
    UPGRADE: include a 3-hour guided DC Bus Tour with stops at 10+ Memorials
  • Inclusions
    Possibility to see Arlington Memorial Amphitheatre (available depending on day of week)
  • Inclusions
    See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
  • Inclusions
    View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disaster
  • Inclusions
    View the John K. Kennedy family grave site
  • Inclusions
    Visit the grave of WWII veteran and film star, Audie Murphy
  • Exclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers 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.
    • Animal Policy: We do not allow animals on our tours
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • 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.

    Optional Upgrade
    Enhance your experience with a 3-hour National Mall Bus Tour, stopping at 10+ top DC monuments and memorials, including the White House, US Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and more. Choose Morning or Night tour options at checkout to see the monuments in daylight or beautifully illuminated at night.

Activity itinerary

Arlington National Cemetery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
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 storey 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, honouring unidentified US 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.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Pass by)

See the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

White House

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.

U.S. Capitol

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.

Lincoln Memorial

  • 15m
15-20 minute Photo Stop and to explore the surrounding area with your guide. Visit the monument honouring 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.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

  • 15m
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.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

  • 10m
Photo Stop. Pay respects at the black granite wall inscribed with the names of US service members who died in the Vietnam War. Your guide shares stories behind the memorial’s creation and its reflective design.

Location

Activity location

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    Arlington National Cemetery
    • Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge,
    • 22211, Arlington, Virginia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center
    • 1 Memorial Avenue
    • 22211, Arlington, Virginia, United States
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    790 Pennsylvania Ave NW
    • 790 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
    • 20001, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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    790 Pennsylvania Ave NW
    • 790 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
    • 20001, Washington, District of Columbia, United States