Arlington National Cemetery: Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG397823-722944
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore the Arlington National Cemetery with a knowledgeable guide. Discover historical and human perspectives for a more meaningful experience.
Meet a licensed tour guide for a walking tour of the Arlington National Cemetery. Stroll through American history and pay tribute to the military and war heroes of the United States.
During your tour, explore the largest military cemetery in the U.S. and the final resting place for more than 400,000 veterans from the fronts of Iraq and Afghanistan, World Wars I and II, the Korean conflict, Vietnam, the Cold War, and America’s Civil War.
Get a glimpse of the Changing of the Guard ceremony, and discover the highlights of the cemetery, such as President JFK’s gravesite, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and Arlington House — the home and national memorial of General Robert E. Lee.
As you walk, your experienced tour guide will tell you the stories of the cemetery and some engaging anecdotes. Your guide will also respect your privacy if desired at any point.
Highlights
- Get the most out of your visit with an experienced tour guide
- See the gravesite of John F. Kennedy
- Watch the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
- Discover Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Meet your tour guide at the South Entrance of the Arlington National Cemetery Metro Station. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
