Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

A complete tour with a small group that allows time to visit the main sites at a leisurely pace, pay respects, take photos, and watch the full Changing of the Guard Ceremony. We don't just show you the sites on our walking tour; we tell you the stories.

-Presidents Kennedy & Taft Memorials - the only two presidents buried here.

-Tomb of the Unknown Soldier & Changing of the Guard - learn what it takes to be a sentinel & witness the tradition of guarding the tomb.

-Arlington House - visit the Slave Quarters & Museum to learn why Robert E. Lee's house became a military cemetery.

-Military Women's Memorial - learn how women have contributed to the American military.

Hear the actions of Medal of Honor recipients and understand why family members can be buried here. Learn about military funerals and understand the symbolism on the headstones.

At the end, we provide a free self-guided audio tour to the Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial just outside the cemetery.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is a walking tour. There are stairs and a few hills; taken at a leisurely pace.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Licensed, Professional Tour Guide

Entrance into Arlington National Cemetery

Self Guided Audio Tour of Iwo Jima USMC Memorial

Gratuities

What To Expect

Arlington National Cemetery

We don't just show you the sites; we tell you the stories. Come along on this family-friendly tour of one of this nation's most sacred grounds.

1 hour•Admission Not Applicable

John F. Kennedy Grave Site

Pay respect to the Kennedy's: President John F. Kennedy, Jackie Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Ted Kennedy and their eldest brother, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr.

15 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard

Reviews

4.91

67 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great experience
Shane P,
Jul 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Excellent information and very knowledgeable. Trevor was able to place us in an optimal position for the changing of the gaurd !
Great tour!
Colleen G,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Trevor was our guide & was excellent! We had a very hot day and he took time to make sure we weren't rushed and stopped for water as needed. He also found many shady spots. The history he taught us about was great, very detailed and answered questions, his information about Arlington was great and I would highly recommend him!
Beautiful, informative, LOTS of walking.
Ocie B,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00
There is a LOT of walking involved and few places to sit and rest, so if it is a hot/humid day, you may want to reschedule.
Arlington cemetery tour
Susan B,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Truly worthwhile. Our guide Brooke was so knowledgeable, patient, helpful and interesting. She answered all our questions.
We throughly enjoyed the...
Stephani M,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We throughly enjoyed the tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Dan was a great tour guide full of knowledge. It was a bit rainy but that didn’t ruin our experience at all. I loved the Kennedy history, the changing of the guard and we got the bonus of watching a 21 gun salute. Overall great experience!