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Arlington Cemetery: Historic Walking Tour
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118 Ratings
Washington
Embark on a 2-hour guided tour of Arlington National Cemetery, exploring the graves of John F. Kennedy and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. Discover the historic Arlington House and JFK family graves in this engaging walking tour.
Embark on a 2-hour guided tour of Arlington National Cemetery, exploring the graves of John F. Kennedy and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers. Discover the historic Arlington House and JFK family graves in this engaging walking tour.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Arlington National Cemetery - Enjoy a 2-hour walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Visit the final resting place of President John F. Kennedy, marked by the Eternal Flame, lit by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. The guide will share stories of JFK’s life, presidency, and legacy, making this one of Arlington’s most iconic sites. Witness the…
- Arlington National Cemetery - Enjoy a 2-hour walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Visit the final resting place of President John F. Kennedy, marked by the Eternal Flame, lit by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. The guide will share stories of JFK’s life, presidency, and legacy, making this one of Arlington’s most iconic sites. Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, honoring unidentified U.S. service members. Learn about the ceremony’s history, precision, and symbolism during the guided visit. Explore the historic mansion that once served as the home of General Robert E. Lee. The guide will explain its history, architecture, and connection to the Lee family and the Civil War.
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
- White House - Enjoy a 15-20 minute photo stop and time to explore the area. See the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States. The guide will share the history of the White House, its architecture, and the significant events that have taken place here.
- U.S. Capitol - Take a 15-20 minute photo stop and time to explore the area with the guide. View the iconic home of the United States Congress, where laws are made and historic debates occur. Learn about the Capitol’s architecture, history, and the legislative process from the guide.
- Lincoln Memorial - Enjoy a 15-20 minute photo stop and explore the surrounding area with the guide. Visit the monument honoring President Abraham Lincoln, famous for the iconic seated statue and his inspiring speeches. The guide will highlight Lincoln’s legacy and the memorial’s symbolic design.
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial - Take a 15-minute photo stop and time to explore the area with the guide. Explore this powerful tribute to Dr. King, featuring his Stone of Hope statue and engraved quotes. Learn about his life, the civil rights movement, and the memorial’s design symbolism.
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial - Photo stop. Pay respects at the black granite wall inscribed with the names of U.S. service members who died in the Vietnam War. The guide will share stories behind the memorial’s creation and its reflective design.
What's Included
- Local/Professional Guide
- Live Commentary
- See the Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour through Arlington Cemetery
- Local/Professional Guide
- Live Commentary
- See the Changing of the Guards at the Tomb of the Unknown
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour through Arlington Cemetery
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Embark on a journey through history with a 2-hour guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, offered in both morning and afternoon sessions. Explore the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy and the Eternal Flame, famously ignited by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. Experience the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier….
Embark on a journey through history with a 2-hour guided walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery, offered in both morning and afternoon sessions. Explore the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy and the Eternal Flame, famously ignited by Jacqueline Kennedy in 1967. Experience the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Visit Arlington House, once the home of General Robert E. Lee, and view the JFK family graves. Enjoy the stunning 639 acres of this national treasure.
An expert local guide will accompany you through Arlington Cemetery’s most important sites, providing stories, historical context, and intriguing insights that are not easily discovered alone.
Optional Upgrade
Enhance your visit with a 3-hour National Mall Bus Tour, featuring stops at over 10 top DC monuments and memorials, including the White House, U.S. Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, and more. Select Morning or Night tour options at checkout to view the monuments in daylight or beautifully lit at night.
- Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended
- The Arlington Cemetery tour is a walking tour and is moderately strenuous. Not recommended for guests with mobility issues or very small children.
- Valid Photo ID is required for all guests 16 and up at Arlington National Cemetery.
- Note: This tour will involve quite a bit of walking for about 2 hours and will require that people be physically fit and wear comfortable shoes. Not well suited for disabled people or people in wheelchair. It’s not recommended to carry babies on this tour.
- Animal Policy: We do not allow animals on our tours
Location
790 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(118 Ratings)
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Budd_r
Oct 30, 2025
Tour of Arlington National Cemetery - We took a 2-hour walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery with Dwayne, Signature Tours of DC. His knowledge of Arlington was stellar. I wish we had more time with him! I would hire Dwayne for any DC tour. His stories and depth of history made the tour exceptional.
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Margaret_s
Oct 17, 2025
Amazing Arlington Cemetery tour with Dwayne! - Ask for Dwayne! He made it absolutely the best experience. He never stopped talking about everything National Arlington Cemetery. It was so interesting. He was personable, and he took time to make sure we were taking everything in. The tour itself is amazing. It’s an amazing place to see. So impressive and moving and worth your time!
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Deborah_o
Sep 14, 2025
Interesting - Extremely valuable, interesting and informative! Dwayne is very knowledgeable and kind. He covered all the things he said he would take us to and he shared interesting details on each.
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Carol
Sep 2, 2025
Excellent, informative tour provided by Dwayne - Dwayne was our tour guide who couldn’t have provided a better tour. It was friendly, informative, he was very knowledgeable due to his history with the cemetery, which was a definite bonus for us. Thoroughly recommend!
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Erin2010
Aug 16, 2025
Amazing, but somber experience,,, - Our tour guide James was wonderful!!! He was very knowledgeable, and took us all throughout the cemetery. We were able to watch the Changing of the Guard Ceremony, and ask many questions. We had a wonderful walk, and learned many interesting things. The morning tour was definitely the way to go, as it was cool for a majority of our tour. It only began getting hit towards the end of it.
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Connie
Jul 27, 2025
Unforgettable Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour with Dwayne - We had an incredible experience on our 2-hour walking tour through Arlington National Cemetery. As the only two participants, my partner and I felt like we hit the jackpot with such a personalized experience. Our guide, Dwayne, was phenomenal—his passion and deep knowledge of the cemetery’s history and significance brought every moment to life. He shared fascinating stories and insights that made the tour both educational and deeply moving. The two hours flew by, and we were genuinely disappointed when it ended because we could have listened to Dwayne all day. This tour is a must for anyone visiting Arlington—highly recommend requesting Dwayne for an unforgettable experience!
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491treyb
Jul 5, 2025
James was great. - James was great. You can tell he known his stuff and really caters the tour to the group dynamics. Saw Kennedy, changing off the guard, and so much more.
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Brooke
Jun 13, 2025
Beautiful Morning Tour - ☆☆☆☆☆ Great tour guide and walk. There were plenty of breaks for my mother-in-law who isn't a long-distance walker. She is older and the guide was kind as well as patient with her needs. We were also grateful for the 0930 tour as the heat in DC can be overwhelming for some. He gave plenty of information about Arlington and the sights. We were able to view the full ceremony of guards changing, the JRK and we were even able to hear TAPS play. It was a beautiful experience. Thank you, James ☆☆☆☆☆
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Kathleen_n
May 1, 2025
Must take the guided tour. Our tour with Rochelle was worth every penny and more! - The Arlington Cemetery guided walking tour was very informative and very moving. Rochelle was our guide and she gave a great tour. She was interesting, informative and friendly! She never rushed us and made sure we saw all the best views including the perfect spot to video tape the changing of the guards. The cemetery is huge and we were so glad to have an expert showing us around.
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Maps24172775635
Apr 20, 2025
Arlington Cemetery, guided tour with James from Signature Tour DC. - This was a 2 hours guided tour with James from Signature Tour DC. What a knowledgeable and amazing guide, we learned so much and James was able to tailor the tour to our particular interests and needs. Worth every penny, wonderful experience and quality.
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