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Washington DC: Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

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Enjoy a guided walking tour of the USA's largest and most-famous military cemetery. Explore the final resting place for many of America’s greatest heroes with stories, history, and secrets revealed by your guide.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Professional, local guide
    • 2.5-hour walking tour
    • Private or small group tour of no more than 10 people
    • Wheelchair tours (by request only)
    • Hotel pick-up and drop off
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities (optional)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Enjoy a guided highlights tour with a personal touch
  • Tomb of the Unknowns where you may even witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony
  • Visit the gravesite of John F. Kennedy
  • See the memorials to the Space Shuttles Columbia and Challenger
  • Choose between Semi-Private group or Private tour options

Description

Take a guided tour of Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for many of America's greatest heroes. Learn about the historical and political background of the cemetery as you explore this sobering reminder of the realities of war.
During the tour, see Arlington House — the home of General Robert E. Lee — and its grounds. Admire the eternal flame at the tomb of President John F. Kennedy. Learn about the soldier Audie Murphy — one of the most decorated American combat soldiers in World War II.
Discover the military genius of General William Sheridan and the grave of famed boxer Joe Louis. Visit the Tomb of the Unknowns, where you may even witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Hear about more modern memorials to the victims of the space shuttles Columbia and Challenge, and find out the story behind the mast of the U.S.S. Maine.
At the end of your tour, you'll be thankful to your guide for helping you navigate a cemetery set over 624 acres, featuring the graves of 300,000 veterans of every American conflict, from the Revolutionary War to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Good to know before you go
  • Please bring valid photo ID
  • Visitors aged 16 years of age or older without proper identification will not be admitted to Arlington National Cemetery and no refunds will be issued
  • A maximum of 10 people are permitted on each tour
  • The semi-private tours will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, you will be provided with an alternative route covering most of highlights on the tour. In these cases, the local operator is unable to provide refunds or discounts
  • No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour
  • Due to increased security measures, some attractions can’t be visited from the inside
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Washington Arlington Cemetery - Semi-Private Tour (English)

Washington Arlington Cemetery - Private Tour (English)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    10-17 years
  • Children
    0-9 years
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