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The 15 Best Arlington Cemetery Tours

36 tours  ·  from $21 a head

Arlington National Cemetery is large, hilly and a short ride across the Potomac. These 15 cover the walks, the tram and the combined days, each timed around the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards - What the guide adds to a short visit
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Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

1.Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour & Changing of the Guards

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,566 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55Our pick

This 2 to 2.5-hour Arlington tour covers about two miles, with a guide leading you to the Changing of the Guard, the USS Maine Mast Memorial, Civil War graves, and the Kennedy family graves. Groups are capped at 15. Guides include Meg, Derrick, Christina, Skye, Dash, and Liam, though your guide depends on the date.

“Derrick was an exceptionally knowledgeable, enthusiastic and friendly tour guide. We highly recommend this tour when visiting this very large, memorable cemetery for the first time.”

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DC: Hop-On Hop-Off with 17 Stops plus Arlington Walking Tour - The Lincoln Memorial rewards a proper stop
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DC: Hop-On Hop-Off with 17 Stops plus Arlington Walking Tour

2.Hop-On Hop-Off with 17 Stops plus Arlington Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,238 reviews · from $49

Ride Big Bus’s open-top route past 17 DC stops, including the National Mall, White House and Lincoln Memorial, with recorded commentary in five languages. Hop off to explore, then, with a 48 or 72-hour ticket during its seasonal operating period, join a two-hour Arlington National Cemetery walking tour at 1pm.

“The bus driver made an extra stop for us called a requested stop to let us off right by the museum where we were going. Everyone was very helpful!”

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Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour - Stop 1: Start at the Welcome Center
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Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

3.Arlington National Cemetery Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 744 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $21Best value

Ride a hop-on hop-off trolley through Arlington National Cemetery, with live English commentary and stops at major graves and memorials. The loop takes about 45 minutes if you stay aboard; hop off to visit sites on foot and catch a later trolley. Bring the required government-issued photo ID or passport for entry.

“Narrators are so knowledgeable. It's the best way to reach the iconic Kennedy graves & the tomb of the unknown soldier when temperatures are high. Stay at the tomb of the unknown soldier to see the changing of the guard & the wreath laying too. We were honoured to have visited on the 75th anniversary of the Korean war...a very humbling & moving laying of a wreath by the Koreans.”

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Washington DC: Arlington Nat. Cemetery Ticket & Tram Tour - Starting at the Welcome Center
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Washington DC: Arlington Nat. Cemetery Ticket & Tram Tour

4.Arlington Nat. Cemetery Ticket & Tram Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 544 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Ride a narrated trolley through Arlington National Cemetery, a vast memorial with more than 400,000 people at rest. The roughly 45-minute loop passes the JFK gravesite, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington House, and other landmarks, with three places to get off and explore. Your guide and driver may vary, so bring your attention as well as your camera.

“It is a must see while in DC. This place leaves you feeling humbled. Brave men and women who have their life for their country and protect their country 24 hrs a day in all elements.”

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Hop-On Hop-Off 21 Stop Trolley Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour - The Mall, the Tidal Basin and the memorials
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Hop-On Hop-Off 21 Stop Trolley Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour

5.Hop-On Hop-Off 21 Stop Trolley Tour + Arlington Cemetery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 369 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Ride a narrated trolley past Washington’s landmark sights, hopping off at 21 stops that include the National Mall and Arlington National Cemetery. Trolleys arrive roughly every 30 minutes, though waits can vary. Drivers such as Rooster and Simone have earned particular praise, but guides are not assigned by name.

“Good info from the tour drivers. Easy to board. No long waits. Would use it again highly recommend especially if you are in a short visit”

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Private Washington DC Tour with Changing of the Guard Ceremony - Memorials along the National Mall
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Private Washington DC Tour with Changing of the Guard Ceremony

6.Private Washington DC Tour with Changing of the Guard Ceremony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 184 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

This four-hour private tour for up to 10 pairs a drive-by overview of central Washington with selected stops, including the White House, Capitol, National Mall memorials, and Arlington’s Changing of the Guard. You can shape the route with your guide. Frank, Louie, Angela, Jack, and Mark are among the guides named by past guests.

“This was a perfect tour if you have just a few hours in DC. We hit up all the famous landmarks and we had enough time to walk around the sites we were most interested in seeing. Frank, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable, friendly and respectful- we enjoyed spending a few hours with him. We especially appreciated his communication with us before and during our tour. We took this tour with my parents, aunt and uncle so we appreciated the big and comfortable van that allowed easy on and off access for them.”

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Small Group Monuments Tour with Changing of the Guard - The Tidal Basin, King Memorial and Lincoln Memorial
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Small Group Monuments Tour with Changing of the Guard

7.Small Group Monuments Tour with Changing of the Guard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $85

This four-hour Washington tour links the White House, National Mall memorials, Arlington National Cemetery and the Marine Corps War Memorial in a group of no more than 14. Expect an air-conditioned ride, a professional guide, bottled water and stops for photos. Tours are offered in English, Spanish, Italian and Portuguese, with guides such as Victor, Helga and Michelle.

“We had a great time. There were only 3 others that booked so we had a total of 5. Our guide was great and knowledgeable. When I come back with my grandkids, I will take this tour again.”

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Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard - Kennedy’s gravesite and the presidential story
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Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard

8.Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · from $39

In 2.5 hours, an English-speaking guide leads you through Arlington National Cemetery to Kennedy’s gravesite, Arlington House and the Tomb of the Unknowns for the Changing of the Guard. Guides such as Trevor, Ingeborg and Hannah have led the tour. You’ll also hear about military honors, headstone symbols and women’s service, with an optional audio walk to the Iwo Jima Memorial.

“Tour was amazing! Our guide, Ingeborg, was extremely knowledgable, respectful, and had a wonderful sense of humor! She skillfully and thoughtfully walked us through history.”

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Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Semi-private 12ppl Max - Should you book this Arlington tour?
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Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Semi-private 12ppl Max

9.Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Semi-private 12ppl Max

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Meet your guide at Arlington National Cemetery’s Welcome Center for a 2.5-hour walking tour capped at 12 people. Visit JFK’s grave, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, memorials to Columbia and Challenger, and Arlington House. The Changing of the Guard is possible, but not guaranteed. Guides who have led the tour include Amanda, Alan, Donna, and Tony.

“We booked the Arlington Nat'l Cemetery Walking Tour (Semi Private) with the hope that an intimate learning experience with our school age children would help bridge a connection between their classroom learning and real life. Enter in our tour guide Tony Spadafora! He turned out to be the perfect guide for this tour; tastefully and respectfully offering a wealth of information on not so simple of content. He answered all of our questions with ease, a smile and was never in a hurry. One of the most impressive experiences was that of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. He talked w/us in advance of entering the area to observe the…”

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Day or Night National Mall Bus Tour with Arlington Cemetery Walk - Arlington House, Audie Murphy and other memorials
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Day or Night National Mall Bus Tour with Arlington Cemetery Walk

10.Day or Night National Mall Bus Tour with Arlington Cemetery Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 117 reviews · 2 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $55

Spend two hours walking Arlington National Cemetery with a guide, seeing Kennedy’s grave, Arlington House and the Changing of the Guard. For a broader DC visit, choose the optional three-hour bus tour, with stops at major sights such as the White House, the Capitol and the Lincoln Memorial. Expect a moving, moderately strenuous visit.

“One of the best trips I have been on our guides Lynwood & Chris were so helpful, the best part for me was Arlington cemetery, it’s just unbelievable to see , changing of the guard was spectacular. The tour covered so many places of interest , the White House pentagon but to name a few . I would record this tour for anyone who busts Washington .”

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Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour - The Tomb of the Unknowns and its guard
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Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

11.Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $51

Spend about two and a half hours walking Arlington National Cemetery with a guide such as Leigh, Rebecca, or Amanda. Visit notable graves, the Kennedy Eternal Flame, Arlington House, and the Tomb of the Unknowns, where you may see the Changing of the Guard. Choose a private tour or a lower-cost semi-private option.

“Anne Marie great! She was very knowledgeable, friendly and an expert to get us to all the sites. Enjoyed that it was all walking, away from crowds/large groups.”

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Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking - The cemetery’s stories are in the details
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Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

12.Arlington Cemetery: Kennedy Memorials & Changing of Guard Walking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

In about two and a half hours, a licensed guide leads a group of up to 15 through Arlington National Cemetery, the Kennedy graves, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and key memorials. Expect hills and stairs, plus stories about military funerals, grave symbols, and women in service. The tour ends near the Military Women’s Memorial.

“It was an interesting and well researched tour. Inge was engaging and effusive about the subject. The group was given time to explore and see other parts of the Cemetary. I had been there before, but learnt so much more on this tour.”

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Arlington Cemetery with Changing of the Guard & Tomb Unknown - Reading Arlington’s hills and headstones
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Arlington Cemetery with Changing of the Guard & Tomb Unknown

13.Arlington Cemetery with Changing of the Guard & Tomb Unknown

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 69 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $65

Walk Arlington National Cemetery for two hours with a local English-speaking guide, visiting the Kennedy family gravesite, Audie Murphy’s grave and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The tour ends with the Changing of the Guard. Guides have included James and Lynwood. An optional three-hour bus tour adds photo stops at major DC memorials and landmarks.

“Overall decent, first guide arrived late 8:05 and then after Arlington cemetery trip the bus who was supposed to be picking up us didn't showed up so we had to take a ride on Uber to meet the others”

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Best of DC: Hop-on Hop-off, Night Tour, and Arlington Audio Guide - What the daytime bus gives you
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Best of DC: Hop-on Hop-off, Night Tour, and Arlington Audio Guide

14.Best of DC: Hop-on Hop-off, Night Tour, and Arlington Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Start at Union Station for a Big Bus package combining 24, 48, or 72 hours of hop-on hop-off access, a separate two-hour open-top night tour, and audio guides for Arlington Cemetery, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown. Expect onboard commentary in multiple languages; Erica is one named guide, but guide assignments are not guaranteed.

“Great way to see DC, day and night tours. Erica and crew are amazing guides. Hop off the bus to see exactly what you want to”

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Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour - The Military Women’s Memorial sets the tone
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Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

15.Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 64 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join retired Lieutenant Colonel Eric Hommel for a private, three-hour walk through Arlington National Cemetery. The route covers about three miles and includes the Military Women’s Memorial, Kennedy gravesite, Arlington House, the Challenger memorial, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Expect history, military perspective, and a small-group pace.

“Very knowledgeable guide! Great experience! Great inside knowledge on the military and historical events.”

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