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Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guards

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Start this 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery by meeting your guide at Arlington National Cemetery visitor center beside the soldier statue . Morning or Afternoon departures available. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to tour start time.

You and your group will receive an overview of the history of Arlington National Cemetery which includes:
• Admission to Arlington Cemetery
• 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards
• Kennedy family grave site including Edward and Robert Kennedy
• 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
• Possibility to visit Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).

What's Included

  • Visit the John F. Kennedy family grave site
  • Admission to Arlington National Cemetery
  • View the Changing of the Guards and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • Transportation to/from Arlington Cemetery
  • Gratuities
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Arlington
VA, USA

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What To Expect

Arlington National Cemetery

Start this 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery by meeting your guide inside the Visitor's Center. You and your group will receive an overview of the history of Arlington National Cemetery which includes: • Admission to Arlington Cemetery • Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards • Kennedy family grave site including Edward and Robert Kennedy • 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 • Possibility to visit Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

See the Tomb of the unknown Soldier during your guided walk through Arlington Cemetery
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1 minute • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Transportation not provided to/from the cemetery. Entirety of tour is walking.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guards?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Visit the John F. Kennedy family grave site
  • Admission to Arlington National Cemetery
  • View the Changing of the Guards and Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • Possibility to see Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (available depending on day of week)
  • See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
  • View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disaster
  • Visit the grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
  • 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of the Cemetery
  • Transportation to/from Arlington Cemetery
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Transportation not provided to/from the cemetery. Entirety of tour is walking.
  • Must bring valid Photo ID on day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).

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