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Arlington Cemetery: History, Heroes & Changing of the Guard
4.8
23 Ratings
Arlington
Discover Arlington Cemetery's rich history, honor heroes, and witness the Changing of the Guard. Join us for an unforgettable journey through America's past.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Arlington National Cemetery - We don’t just show you the sites; we tell you the stories. Come along on this family-friendly tour of one of this nation’s most sacred grounds.
- John F. Kennedy Grave Site - Pay respect to the Kennedy’s: President John F. Kennedy, Jackie Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Ted Kennedy and their eldest brother, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr.
- Audie L. Murphy Grave Site - Here the story of a real “Captain America,” Medal of Honor Recipient Audie Murphy and discuss the nearby USS Maine, Space Shuttle Challenger, Space Shuttle Columbia and Iran Rescue Mission Memorials.
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - We will explain the history of the Changing of the Guards, what it takes to be a sentinel and make sure you get one of the best views of this time-honored tradition.
- Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial - Head to the top of the hill for a breathtaking view of Washington, DC. We will have time to visit the “Slave Houses” and the Museum briefly to understand how Robert E. Lee’s home became Arlington National Cemetery
- U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial - We provided a self guided audio tour and map for anyone who would like to take the additional 15 minute walk to visit Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial outside the cemetery. The guide will not join you for this stop. At Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial, you can either continue 10 minutes to Rosslyn Metro or walk back 15 minutes to Arlington Cemetery Visitor Center.
What's Included
- Licensed, Professional Tour Guide
- Bottled water
- Self Guided Audio Tour of Iwo Jima USMC Memorial
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
We don’t just show you the sites; we tell you the stories.
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Presidents John F. Kennedy & W.H. Taft Memorials - Pay respects to the only two presidents buried here.
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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier & Changing of the Guard Ceremony - we’ll learn what it takes to be a sentinel and witness the time-honored tradition of guarding the tomb.
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Arlington House - visiting the “Slave Quarters” and Museum to learn why Robert E. Lee’s house became a military cemetery.
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Women in Military Service Memorial - learn how women have contributed to the American military.
You’ll also hear the actions of Medal of Honor recipients and understand why family members can be buried here. Learn about military funerals and understand the symbolism on the headstones.
While we end the tour inside Arlington Cemetery, we provide a free self-guided audio tour for anyone who wants to complete the 15-minute walk to the Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial just outside the cemetery, with instructions on how to get back.
- This is a walking tour.
Location
1 Memorial Ave
Memorial Avenue
The tour departs from outside the Arlington Cemetery Welcome Center after security. We are unaffiliated with any desk inside the Visitor Center, so please don't look for us there. Please look for your guide in orange by the benches as you exit the visitor center into the cemetery.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(23 Ratings)
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Dribbler55
Jun 2, 2024
Best tour of our visit - John was incredible on this tour giving us the background and the context of Arlington Cemetery that we would never known on our own. One of the best tour for us and we have been to Washington DC many times but this one will remain our top favorite tour.
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Connector675667
Jun 1, 2024
Great Value Tour - This was an amazing tour from the start to the end. Our guide was very knowledgeable guide and we learned so much from him about the history of this beautiful place. You could see the excitement in him to teach us about everything he knew about Arlington.
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Barbara_j
May 25, 2024
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide! - This one should not be missed. Ingeborg was wonderful. She ushered us through the cemetery and offered up centuries of history and fascinating stories. Still, we had plenty of time to wander off on our own. The best tour and the best guide. Thank you!
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David
May 22, 2024
Excellent tours! - Did the Arlington and Lincoln Assassination tours. Katherine was super knowledgeable and very detailed in her explanations of everything. Very informative and fun!
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Thepodadfamily
Apr 23, 2024
Great tour at Arlington Natl Cemetary - Ingolborg (not sure of spelling) was an amazing tour guide with lots of information throughout the cemetery! And she let us linger in different places that were important to our group all while keeping us on time for the changing of the guard. We would highly recommend a tour with her!
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Inspire33519910735
Apr 5, 2024
Fantastic Tour - This tour is great with a knowledgable and friendly guide, who help us to explored this tour in details. This was a fantastic tour
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Pioneer03130259674
Apr 1, 2024
Great guide - Katherine is such a nice and friendly guide, who help us to explored this tour in details. This is worth tour we ever booked
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Companion31401447801
Mar 27, 2024
History of Heroes - It was a great tour and very well explained by fantastice guide Dan. Got each and every information in details from him. Me and my family enjoyed a lot this trip.
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Leanne_r
May 17, 2024
Great tour - We enjoyed the tour of Arlington. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and able to answer most questions. She did relate a couple general facts that were inaccurate but knows the park lore well.
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Alyssa_k
Jun 7, 2024
Walking Tour - I was unaware that this was a 2.5 hour walking tour and was unable to participate due to severe blisters on my feet. In addition, it was very difficult to find the tour guide and there was no response when I contacted the guide through the app.
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