Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards
Overview
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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.
Additional Info
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
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
What To Expect
Arlington National Cemetery
Meet your guide at the Welcome Center of Arlington National Cemetery 15 minutes before tour departure time.
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.
Options
Arlington Cemetery Tour
Private Tour
Private Tour: Private guide will lead your group on a 2.5 hour tour of Arlington Cemetery.
Reviews
2,538 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our guide, Skye was so...
Robyn C,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Skye was so great, hit all the highlights, had cool stories to tell and extremely friendly! If you like to walk, take in the history, then this is the tour for you!
Highly knowledgeable tour guides of the city.
76brandonl,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tours. They are very thorough and knowledgeable, the guides. They really explain the city in detail and you know the history. I was amazed at all the details they knew of Arlington and Georgetown.
Great Tour Guide
Tom M,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was very knowledgeable and engaging. She shared intriguing facts and welcomed our questions. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Learned a lot and got a workout
Will221,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took the Viator/Unscripted walking tour of Arlington. Guide was excellent, very well informed. Fortunately I dressed in layers, on top of the hills it was windy and cold. Took the 9:00 tour and beat the crowds. The tour description mentioned hills. Expect a workout as some of the hills were significant, stops were brief and tour lasted 2-1/2 hours.
Awe Inspiring Experience
Dumle K,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an awe-inspiring experience. My guide, Christina, was absolutely superb. I was over from the UK, and had come to Arlington almost exclusively to see the grave of John F. Kennedy. My experience proved to be far, far greater than what in itself would have been special. During the practically perfect tour, I began to realise that I was learning about the history of America through the lens of Arlington National Cemetery, which I found thrilling and inspirational. The pace was just right, and Christina’s detailed, expert knowledge was communicated effectively, with a pleasant manner. So many wonderful human stories lie here, and live on. I would highly recommend this tour, and plan on returning here again and again. A European friend asked me what my best experience was on my trip to DC and here. Amongst many great experiences, I chose my time in Arlington.
So good!!
Julie L,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Meg, was amazing. She was energetic, fun, and extremely knowledgeable or all things DC. She even knew a lot about Astronaut history as well. She handled our precious 9-year old like a champ and made the experience fun for her too. I’d HIGHLY recommend this tour, and Meg as a guide!
Awesome experience
Deana F,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Skye was very knowledgeable and friendly. She gave great instructions on how to find her, was engaging and personable. We had a great time with her!
Dc tour
Keith S,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A lot of walking but tour guide was excellent Meg was very well informed and her knowledge of Arlington was great.
Great tour!
Kelly R,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour! We had a small group, so it was easy to keep up while walking and listen to our guide’s overview of historical events, details about various sculptures/engravings, and personal anecdotes.
Great walking tour with Christina
sean m,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Christina did a great job. She paced the tour well, and saw that there were a ton of school kids that day and got us to the changing of the guard in time to see everything front row. She was knowledgeable and made the trip fun. Highly recommend her.
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