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Private Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guards

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150 minutes
English

Join an expert guide on a private walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Learn the history of Arlington National Cemetery, from its days as a plantation, then military outpost during the Civil War, and how it became the cemetery it is today.

Visit the graves of key figures in history and learn their stories, including decorated veterans, Presidents, and US Supreme Court Justices.

Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns and learn the history of the Tomb of the Unknowns and what it takes to become a guard for the tomb.

See more on your visit than most, as you explore areas of the cemetery often missed including some of the original Civil War graves, the Nurses section, and more!

Options

Private Tour of Arlington

FromNZD $776.47Per Group

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

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Our expert guide will meet you at the welcome center and lead you through the nation's most famous and honored cemetery while discussing its history and pointing out key figures in history, including Supreme Court Justices, Presidents, Generals, and Admirals.

Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial
Pass-by Only

NOTE: Arlington House is closed for renovations with an estimated opening date of January, 2020. During such time, entry to the house is not available.

Learn about the USS Maine and the start of the Spanish American War as you visit the USS Maine Memorial, the Spanish American War Memorial, and the nearby graves of the servicemen from the Maine.

Inclusions

  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Passport or US Government ID required for entry to Arlington National Cemetery for all travelers over 16

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.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

Operator

Unscripted Tours