Arlington Cementary & Guard Ceremony with Iowa Jima Memorial
ID: GYG590979-999874
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Guided tour of the largest and most famous military cemetery in America focusing on the Changing of the Guard Ceremony, the gravesite of President JFK as well as the must-see Iowa Jima Memorial
On this fully guided tour of Arlington Cemetery guest will witness one of the most important Military ceremonies, the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown soldier. Enjoy a fully guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, the final resting place for many of America's greatest heroes, including more than 400,000 veterans of every American conflict as well as Presidents, Civil war soldiers and slaves. This tour is led by an expert local Washington DC English-speaking guide. Discover one of America’s national treasures where history and nature walk hand in hand.
Highlights
- Secure the best location to witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony
- Visit the location of the Tomb of the Unknown soldier
- Visit the gravesite of the President John F. Kennedy
- Learn and understand the history on display at Arlington Cemetery
- Visit the enormous WWII Iowa Jima Memorial
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Arlington National Cemetery has increased its security posture and is implementing 100% ID checks at all entrances.
All visitors 16 years of age and older (pedestrians, drivers and passengers) must present a valid photo identification upon entering the cemetery. Visitors include all funeral attendees, tourists and personnel on official business. School group leaders and tour guides must also present the required identification. Original documentation is required. Paper copies or cell phone photos of identification are not accepted.
Visitors 18 years of age and older must present a valid U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification for entry.
Visitors 16 and 17 years old who do not have a U.S. state or federal government-issued photo identification may present an official school-issued photo identification for entry.
Persons who are not U.S. citizens must present a valid passport or U.S. State Department-issued photo identification for entry.
Meet your guide outside the Arlington National Cemetery at the Welcome Center, located by the main cemetery entrance (Memorial Drive).
Do not pass through security until you have checked in with the local guide.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
