Arlington Trip Overview
Join an expert guide on a private walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Learn the history of Arlington National Cemetery, from its days as a plantation, then military outpost during the Civil War, and how it became the cemetery it is today.
Visit the graves of key figures in history and learn their stories, including decorated veterans, Presidents, and US Supreme Court Justices.
Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns and learn the history of the Tomb of the Unknowns and what it takes to become a guard for the tomb.
See more on your visit than most, as you explore areas of the cemetery often missed including some of the original Civil War graves, the Nurses section, and more!
Additional Info
Duration: 120 to 135 minutes
Starts: Arlington, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Arlington, Virginia, United States
Join an expert guide on a private walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Learn the history of Arlington National Cemetery, from its days as a plantation, then military outpost during the Civil War, and how it became the cemetery it is today.
Visit the graves of key figures in history and learn their stories, including decorated veterans, Presidents, and US Supreme Court Justices.
Witness the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns and learn the history of the Tomb of the Unknowns and what it takes to become a guard for the tomb.
See more on your visit than most, as you explore areas of the cemetery often missed including some of the original Civil War graves, the Nurses section, and more!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA, USA
Our expert guide will meet you at the welcome center and lead you through the nation’s most famous and honored cemetery while discussing its history and pointing out key figures in history, including Supreme Court Justices, Presidents, Generals, and Admirals.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Arlington House – The Robert E. Lee Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211
NOTE: Arlington House is closed for renovations with an estimated opening date of January, 2020. During such time, entry to the house is not available.
Stop At: USS Maine Mast Memorial, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
Learn about the USS Maine and the start of the Spanish American War as you visit the USS Maine Memorial, the Spanish American War Memorial, and the nearby graves of the servicemen from the Maine.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Audie Murphy Gravesite, Arlington, VA 22204, USA
Visit the final resting place of one of America’s most famous soldiers.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: John F. Kennedy Grave Site, 1 Sheridan Dr, Arlington, VA 22211
Pay your respects to a fallen president at John F Kennedy’s memorial gravesite and see the eternal flame burning in his honor.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, 1 Wilson Ave Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211
Learn the history and significance of the Tomb of the Unknowns and of the soldiers who guard the Tomb, then view one of the country’s most honored ceremonies with the Changing of the Guard.
Duration: 30 minutes
