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Arlington Cemetery History Walking Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 2.4 out of 10

Below average

2,879 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Arlington Cemetery with a local guide, witness the Changing of the Guard, and hear the stories behind its historic memorials.

About this tour

Walk beneath Arlington’s trees and encounter the stories, ceremonies, and memorials that make this cemetery one of the nation’s most moving landmarks. On this 2-hour Arlington Cemetery walking tour, a local guide brings its history to life, from its Civil War-era origins to its role as a place of remembrance.

Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witness the Changing of the Guard, a solemn ceremony of precision and honor. Pay your respects at President John F. Kennedy’s gravesite and Eternal Flame, and hear about the people and traditions commemorated throughout the grounds. The route may also include the Memorial Amphitheater and historic Arlington House, with panoramic views of the D.C. skyline; exact sites are subject to change.

With an expert guide, you’ll gain context for the memorials and national ceremonies while exploring the cemetery on foot. The tour meets at the Visitors Center and departs at 1 PM. Choose this Arlington Cemetery walking tour for a thoughtful, guided way to connect with the history behind the grounds and the lives they honor.

Highlights

  • Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
  • Pay your respects at John F. Kennedy’s gravesite and Eternal Flame
  • Hear stories of service members, national ceremonies, and state funerals
  • Explore Arlington House and take in views of the D.C. skyline
  • Discover the cemetery’s history and the meaning behind its memorials

What's included

Included

  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Expert local guide
  • Entry into Arlington National Cemetery
  • Changing of the Guard ceremony
  • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier monument
  • Access to landmarks and memorials inside Arlington

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Important information

  • Infants 2 and under are free
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking
  • Wear weather-appropriate clothing; the tour takes place outdoors
  • Exact sites visited are subject to change
  • Meet next to The Bugler inside the Arlington Cemetery Visitors Center, 222 Memorial Ave, Arlington, VA 22202
  • The tour departs at 1 PM

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The guided walking tour lasts 2 hours.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet next to The Bugler inside the Arlington Cemetery Visitors Center at 222 Memorial Ave, Arlington, VA 22202.

What time does the tour depart?

The tour departs at 1 PM.

Is the tour suitable for infants?

Infants 2 and under are free.

Can the sites visited change?

Yes. Exact sites along the tour are subject to change.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.09 from 2,879 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 2.4.

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