Arlington Cemetery Private Tour

5.0 (31 reviews) Washington DC, USA
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience Arlington Cemetery with a Veteran guide trained in military history. Observe the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Visit each of the Kennedy graves. Discover Robert E. Lee's mansion upon the grounds and his wife's garden where the first burials took place. Discuss the beginning of the cemetery during the Civil War and its evolution through all of our nations conflicts.

US federal or state government issued photo identification or passport is required for entry into Arlington National Cemetery.

What's included

  • WiFi on board
  • Bottled water
  • Private tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuity

What to expect

  1. Arlington National Cemetery
    4h
    Sample Itinerary (assuming a 0800 start):

    0800: Pick up at lodging or agreed meeting point.

    0800-0820: Transit

    0820-1130: Arlington Cemetery Tour:  Discover how the cemetery got its start and some not so well known history.  Observe portions of a full military honors funeral.  Experience Arlington with all five senses.   Visit the grave of a favorite notable or loved one.  Tour a not well traveled part of the cemetery and observe silence and serenity.

    1130-1200: Transit to agreed drop off point.

    More details:
    • Meeting location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
    • Most of the tour is out of doors so dress appropriately for the season. Early morning (0800 or 0830) start recommended.
    • End location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
    • Location options: Address or Intersection upon Traveler's request, Airport, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Monument/Building upon Traveler's request, Rail or Bus Station
    • Transportation Method: Private SUV (2017 Buick Enclave) to and from the cemetery. There's an option to employ the public trolley on the cemetery grounds if guests are mobility limited.  We will see more if we tour afoot.  Touring afoot is hilly and about 2.75 miles or 4.4 km.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We offer free pick-up and drop-off at lodging points within downtown Washington, DC, National Harbor, MD, Arlington County, VA, or the City of Alexandria, VA.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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