The Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns

Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

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150 minutes
English

Get the most out of Arlington National Cemetery with this 2.5 hour, guided walking tour. Pay your respects to President John F. Kennedy, view the ceremonial Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and learn American history as you visit civil war graves and notable people throughout history. Join a local, expert guide to ensure you see all Arlington Cemetery has to offer.

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Arlington Cemetery Tour

Private Tour

Arlington Cemetery Tour

From£52.37Per Person

What's included in Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Arlington National Cemetery

Meet your guide at the Welcome Center of Arlington National Cemetery 15 minutes before tour departure time.

Admission Ticket Included

Arlington National Cemetery

Learn the history of Arlington National Cemetery, visit the Civil War sections, and learn about key figures in American history as you visit their graves.

Admission Ticket Included

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

View the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns, a highly ritualized ceremony by the US Army 3rd Infantry.

Inclusions

  • View the ceremonial Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknowns
  • See notable sites such as the graves of Civil War Soldiers
  • Professional Guide
  • Visit some of the cemetery's most important memorials, including the USS Maine Mast Memorial
  • 2-2.5-Hour Arlington Cemetery Guided Walking Tour in Washington DC
  • Visit the grave of John F. Kennedy, as well as Jackie Kennedy, Robert Kennedy and Edward Kennedy
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation
  • Entry to Arlington House
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This is a walking tour, there will be approximately 2 miles of walking and inclines and stairs. Please plan accordingly.
  • Tour runs rain or shine.
  • Meeting Address: 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA Please meet your guide just outside the Welcome Center on the Arlington Cemetery side after you pass through security, next to the benches on the West side.
  • Your reserved time is the tour start/departure time. All tours depart promptly on time and are unable to wait for late arrivals. Guests should arrive 20 minutes before tour time to pass through security and check in.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • Meet your guide just outside the visitor’s center on the cemetery side after you pass through security. Your guide will be wearing a blue name tag.

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Ticket Redemption

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MEETING LOCATION Address: 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA Please meet your guide just outside the Welcome Center on the Arlington Cemetery side after you pass through security, next to the benches on the West side. DAY OF TRAVEL Tour Guides wear blue name badges that say "Unscripted" and the guide’s name. Guides will arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes prior to the tour start time to check guests in. Rush hours for DC are considered 6am-9:30am. We ask guests to plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the tour to account for traffic and getting through security. Our guides will text travelers, often the night before, so that you may have access to their work number on the day of travel. However, mobile service at Arlington can often be spotty. You may use the company phone number to call if there are any issues. IMPORTANT: Your scheduled time is the tour departure time. All tours depart promptly on time and are unable to wait for late arrivals. Guests should arrive 20 minutes before tour time to pass through security and check in. PARKING/METRO Easy metro access as the blue line has a stop (Arlington Cemetery) that is a short walk from the welcome center. A paid parking garage is also onsite. Kindly note: This is a Walking Tour of Arlington Cemetery, there will be approximately 2 miles of walking and inclines. Please plan accordingly.

Operator

Unscripted Tours