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Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard, Semi-Private 12ppl Max
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Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour with Changing of the Guard, Semi-Private 12ppl Max

by Babylon Tours DC

3 hours
Washington DC
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3 hours
Starting time
Friday 9 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 8 Oct 2026.
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Overview

Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most notable military cemeteries in the United States, established on the grounds of Robert E. Lee’s former estate. This semi-private walking tour lasts about two and a half hours and is limited to a maximum of 12 guests. The guide covers notable graves such as President John F. Kennedy’s, the boxer Joe Louis’s, and includes memorials for the space shuttle Columbia and Challenger disasters. The tour also visits the Tomb of the Unknowns, where there is a chance to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony. Participants will learn how this site became a national cemetery honoring over 400,000 service members and their families. The tour proceeds rain or shine and includes a professional guide but does not provide hotel pickup or drop-off. Gratuities are optional.

Highlights

Walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery
Maximum group size of 12 guests
See graves of President John F. Kennedy and Joe Louis
Visit memorials for space shuttle Columbia and Challenger
Opportunity to watch Changing of the Guard ceremony
Tour duration is about 2.5 hours rain or shine

What's included

Semi-private walking tour
Tour operates rain or shine
Tour duration of 2.5 hours
Group size limited to 12 guests maximum
Professional tour guide

What's not included

Hotel pickup or drop-off
Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

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Arlington National Cemetery

This stop covers Arlington National Cemetery, which honors over 400,000 military service members and their families. The guide highlights famous graves such as President John F. Kennedy’s and boxer Joe Louis’s. The tour also includes memorials for the Columbia and Challenger space shuttle disasters. Visitors will see the Tomb of the Unknowns and may witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony. The history of the cemetery’s origins on Robert E. Lee’s former home, Arlington House, is also explained.

150 min

Meeting point

Please meet by the gates near the welcome center.

End point

Please meet by the gates near the welcome center.

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–12 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Guests must provide a mobile phone number with country code.
The tour requires a minimum of 3 guests to run; alternatives or refunds offered if minimum is not met.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Group size is restricted to a maximum of 12 people.
National celebrations may alter the tour route but all highlights remain visible; no refunds or discounts in these cases. Large bags or suitcases are not allowed. Comfortable shoes, water, umbrella, and hat are recommended. Some attractions cannot be entered due to security measures.
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