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Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Overview
Experience one of the most powerful and meaningful sites in the United States on a private Arlington National Cemetery tour designed for depth, clarity, and a calm, well-paced visit.
Located just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place of more than 400,000 service members and their families. On this guided tour, you’ll explore the landscape with context and care—moving beyond the surface to understand the history, symbolism, and traditions that shape this national shrine.
Highlights may include the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where you can witness the precision of the Changing of the Guard, as well as the John F. Kennedy gravesite, marked by the Eternal Flame. Along the way, we discuss the cemetery’s Civil War origins and its connection to Robert E. Lee’s former estate.
As a customized tour, the pace is tailored to your interests, with time to reflect and engage with the setting in a meaningful way.
What's included
Guided tour of the cemetery by an expert guide
Gratuities
What to expect
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
20m
From the grounds of Arlington House, take in one of the most striking views across the Potomac toward Washington, D.C., while discussing the site’s deeper historical context and transformation over time.
President John F. Kennedy Gravesite
15m
Visit the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, marked by the Eternal Flame. This stop offers an opportunity to reflect on the intersection of personal legacy and national history.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
25m
Observe the precision and ceremony of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. When timing allows, we view the Changing of the Guard, one of the most solemn and carefully choreographed traditions in the U.S. military.
Arlington National Cemetery
2h · Admission ticket included
Walk with your guide along the historic Custis Walk. You will see some of the oldest graves in the entire cemetery. You will walk throughout much of the cemetery - which covers 630 acres or 300 hectares. Along the way you will learn the history of the divisions, the 5 star military officials buried in the cemetery, the Supreme Court Justices buried at Arlington and learn the history of the Custis/Lee family and the cemetery. We recommend that you eat before your visit as there is no cafe. You may bring water or a water bottle into the cemetery; no other drinks and no food. You will clear security upon entering the cemetery.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meet your guide near the restroom building.
End point
Your guide will bring you out of the visitor center building and you can take the metro back to your hotel or you can easily call an Uber or Lyft from that spot.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
There will be significant hills to climb within the cemetery's grounds.
Food and drink are not allowed within the cemetery with the exception of bottled water.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
