Private Tour
Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
On this walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, you’ll follow your knowledgeable young guide to learn about the graves of the famous men and women buried here. By the end of this 2.5 hour tour, you’ll be familiar with many of the permanent residents of the most famous cemetery in the whole United States.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arlington National Cemetery
A sobering reminder of the realities of war, the Arlington National Cemetery is a beautiful tribute to over 400,000 service members and their families buried there. Learn about the more famous tombs, like that of President John F. Kennedy. Explore a few surprising graves, like that of famed boxer Joe Louis. The cemetery is even home to memorials commemorating the disasters of space shuttles Columbia and Challenger. Along with a few carefully selected residents like Audie Murphy, your guide will take you to the Tomb of the Unknowns where you may even witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony. Walk these hallowed grounds to learn how the home of Robert E. Lee, whose Arlington House we’ll visit, became one of the country’s largest national cemeteries.
What‘s Included
Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
Guided Walking Tour
Duration 2.5 Hours
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Options
SEMI-PRIVATE 12ppl Max.
Save money by booking a small group tour of 12 guests max. per guide This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Private Walking Tour
Private Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
Reviews
116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best tour guide!
700nanah,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I had the most amazing tour with Amanda H. She was so knowledgeable regarding the history of the site, people, and everything! Super impressive! The length of our tour was just as described and it was worth every second. Amanda was the sweetest tour guide and we’re so lucky we got to meet her. highly recommend this tour!
Powerful visit with the best guide!
Legalbeagle83,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience was nothing short of amazing. The grounds plate breathtaking but to have a guide like Amanda along side is really put our experience over the top. We’ve been on dozens of tours, in many countries and this was by far the best. Amanda’s knowledge and kindness was something special. I can only hope for such an amazing guide on my next adventure!
Insightful and fascinating tour, bringing history to life
Phil Y,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic and insightful tour of Arlington Cemetery with Leigh. We got to see key features of the cemetery, the changing of the guard and learned a great deal about American history. Leigh's stories brought the people and the history to life in a fascinating way.
Tour Arlington Cemetery with Annmarie!
danasJ5767NT,,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Outstanding tour guide. Annmarie was extremely knowledgeable about the history and facts concerning the cemetery. A wonderful experience!
Great experience and guide
stoker51,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Maureen was a very knowledgeable guide. She did a great job at sharing history. She guided us to a great spot to watch the changing of the guard. There was even a fly over as we were watching it.
Highly recommend
Deb N,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and very thought provoking Maureen our guide was very interesting and knowledgeable We were extremely lucky we had a fly over and saw a funeral which was very sad but a privilege to be present Would highly recommend
Worth it! Extremely...
Lisa S,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Worth it! Extremely moving experience Enjoyed everything about it and our guide was exceptional and very informative
Beautiful morning at Arlington
Annb62863,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience in every way. Maureen was so personable and knowledgeable and very easy to follow. Lovely day, flyover during changing of the guards as luck would have it. Highly recommend!
Fantastic
Wander00189382783,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic! We really enjoyed our tour with Annemarie. She was so knowledgeable and engaging. Would definitely recommend booking this tour.
Tour of Arlington cemetary
clairegR4979JN,,Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful tour. Our guide Annemarie was so knowledgeable, friendly and such a great tour guide. Will recommend her to others.!
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