Arlington Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard
Explore Arlington Cemetery on a 2-hour walking tour, visiting JFK's gravesite and witnessing the Changing of the Guard ceremony.
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Important Information
- • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- • Service animals allowed
- • Public transportation options are available nearby
- • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- • Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
- • Transportation not provided to/from the cemetery. Entirety of tour is walking.
- • Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
Discover the solemn beauty of Arlington National Cemetery on a guided 2-hour walking tour. This tour takes you through the cemetery's most significant landmarks, offering a deep dive into its rich history and traditions. Begin your journey at the John F. Kennedy gravesite, where the Eternal Flame, lit by Jacqueline Kennedy, stands as a poignant tribute. As you walk through the hallowed grounds, your guide will share stories from Arlington's 150-year history, from its Civil War origins to its current role as a national military cemetery. The tour culminates at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you'll witness the revered Changing of the Guard ceremony. Book now to experience this moving tribute to America's heroes.
Pros
- Explore the historic Arlington Cemetery
- Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- Visit the John F. Kennedy gravesite
- Admire the Eternal Flame lit by Jacqueline Kennedy
- See the memorials for Columbia and Challenger
- View the grave of Audie Murphy
Includes
- Admission to Arlington National Cemetery
- Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witness the Changing of the Guards Ceremony
- See Custis-Lee Mansion from a distance, the old home of Robert E. Lee
- Possibility to see Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (available depending on day of week)
- 2-hour Walking Tour of Arlington Cemetery with Guide
- View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disaster
- View the John F. Kennedy family grave site, and the Eternal Flame lit by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967
- Visit the grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
Excludes
- Transportation to/from Arlington Cemetery
Tour Highlights
- • Explore the historic Arlington Cemetery
- • Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony
- • Visit the John F. Kennedy gravesite
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