Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F Kennedy Grave

Highlights

• 2-hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
• Experience the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
• See the John F. Kennedy family grave site and Eternal Flame
• Upgrade to include a 3-hour DC Bus Tour with stops at 10 top memorials
• Private Small-Group Arlington Cemetery Tour option available

Description

Public or Private option available. Experience one of the most meaningful and moving landmarks in Washington DC on this 2-Hour Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this in-depth tour offers historical insight and the opportunity to witness one of the nation’s most honored traditions.

Start with a visit to the John F. Kennedy gravesite, where you’ll see the Eternal Flame, lit by Jacqueline Kennedy more than 50 years ago in honor of the late president. Learn about JFK’s legacy, the significance of the gravesite, and its place within Arlington’s broader history.

Continue through the cemetery as your guide provides context on its 150-year history, from its Civil War origins to its role today as the final resting place for U.S. service members, veterans, and notable historical figures. Enjoy a thoughtfully paced walk through the cemetery grounds as your guide shares the powerful stories, history, and symbolism behind this sacred site. Hear lesser-known stories and meaningful details that bring Arlington National Cemetery to life.

The tour concludes at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you’ll witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, a solemn, precisely executed ceremony honoring America’s fallen service members whose identities remain unknown. Considered one of the must-see experiences in Washington, DC, this powerful moment leaves a lasting impression on visitors.

Arlington Cemetery Tour Highlights:
• Admission to Arlington Cemetery
• 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards
• John F. Kennedy family grave site
• See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
• Grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
• View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disasters
• Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).

UPGRADE: Travelers may also opt to upgrade to include a 3-hour guided DC National Mall Highlights Bus Tour with 10 Stops. Ride past the essential monuments, museums, and attractions to relive the history of America. You will stop at the following memorials and monuments on your optional city tour to take pictures: U. S. Capitol (exterior), White House (exterior), World War II Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam War Memorial, Vietnam Women's Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.

9:30am Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour

2:15pm Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour

11:45am Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour

10am City Bus Tour + Arlington Cemetery

Private Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour (11:45am)