Arlington House Attractions & Things to do

Enjoy a 90-minute Hop-on Hop-off panoramic trolley tour of Washington, DC. The tour route will maximize your time and provide you with a great introduction to Washington, DC’s beautiful scenery and rich history. Join us aboard our custom-built Stadium Trolleys featuring stadium seating where every view is a great one.

The Trolley will make 21 stops along the tour route. Trolleys come by every half hour. Tour at your own pace while visiting America's most iconic historic locations and make a full day of visiting the Nation's Capital.

During the tour you will see major sites, including the White House, Washington Monument, Untied States Capitol Building, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Union Station, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Smithsonian Museums just to name a few!

You will transfer at the Lincoln Memorial to a shuttle to take you to the Arlington National Cemetery where you will take a 45 minute hop-on-hop-off tour of history.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

A complete tour with a small group that allows time to visit the main sites at a leisurely pace, pay respects, take photos, and watch the full Changing of the Guard Ceremony. We don't just show you the sites on our walking tour; we tell you the stories.

-Presidents Kennedy & Taft Memorials - the only two presidents buried here.

-Tomb of the Unknown Soldier & Changing of the Guard - learn what it takes to be a sentinel & witness the tradition of guarding the tomb.

-Arlington House - visit the Slave Quarters & Museum to learn why Robert E. Lee's house became a military cemetery.

-Military Women's Memorial - learn how women have contributed to the American military.

Hear the actions of Medal of Honor recipients and understand why family members can be buried here. Learn about military funerals and understand the symbolism on the headstones.

At the end, we provide a free self-guided audio tour to the Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial just outside the cemetery.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Experience one of the country’s most famous cemeteries at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour of Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC. Visit the most notable graves and memorials and learn about the cemetery’s history from an onboard guide. Hop off at 3 stops to explore at your leisure. Stops include the JFK Gravesite/Eternal Flame, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Arlington House.
Duration: 30 minutes.

Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours.

With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and Washington, DC – Eric (Lt Col, USAF (retired)) is the only Arlington National Cemetery tour guide who goes beyond the facts and figures and discusses the stories behind the facts and figures

The tour is interactive – by getting to know you, Eric strives to make the tour meaningful to you while maintaining the reverence of Arlington National Cemetery

In order to get to know each other, we limit the size of the tour group to a maximum of 12 visitors

No subject is totally off limits – Eric is happy to discuss most topics (history, politics, military decisions, treatment of veterans, etc.) defining those interred at Arlington National Cemetery

We will not rush you; the tour is scheduled for at least 3 hours, if you have less than 3 hours to visit Arlington National Cemetery we recommend the shorter tours available through other tour companies
Duration: 3 hours.

Design your own tour of Washington, DC, to ensure you visit every must-see location on your wish list. Choose between numerous DC attractions, many of them with military significance to customize your private tour. Your 20-year Navy Veteran tour guide with round-trip transportation and lunch stop recommendation (if desired) make this tour an unforgettable excursion to our nation's capital.
Duration: 12 hours.

Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the Potomac River on our double-decker party yacht. Whether you choose to bask in the sunshine during the day, witness the monuments illuminate the night, or capture a breathtaking sunset in the evening, you’ll be enchanted by the natural beauty and historical wonders of Washington, D.C. Step aboard and prepare to savor an all-inclusive ticket that covers:

A lively 2-hour cruise enjoying both our indoor main cabin, and our open air top deck. This cruise includes a premium open bar where our lively bartenders craft a variety of fun cocktails and provide an array of liquor options, beer, wine, High Noon seltzers, filtered water, sodas, juices, and pre-packaged snacks. We also provide an immersive surround sound music experience with a live DJ, and panoramic vistas of the stunning D.C. cityscape


Duration: 2 hours.

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!
Duration: 120 to 150 minutes.

You can see all Washington DC Monuments and Memorials, the White House and the Capitol at your own pace, with no bus-filled crowding or walking — and no waiting. You'll be protected from the weather, including rain, snow and sun. Kid friendly and your dogs are most welcome! This is the best option for anyone with a mobility impairment.

Our most popular tour is the Monuments and Memorials tour. We have done this tour 100+ different ways, depending on our guest's wishes. This is a tour of the entire National Mall on tricycle and includes the Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, FDR Memorial, MLK Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean, Vietnam and WWII War Memorials, and the White House, as well as other memorials.

We also conduct night tours, which usually include all the amazing lit-up sights (our favorites at night are The White House, World War II, Lincoln, Jefferson, Roosevelt and the Capitol).
Duration: 4 hours 45 minutes.

Join us for an unforgettable cruise along the Potomac River on our double-decker party yacht. Step aboard and prepare to savor an all-inclusive ticket that covers a lively 2-hour cruise, enjoying both our indoor main cabin and our open-air top deck. Indulge in a delectable brunch buffet catered by Northside Social, featuring a variety of mouthwatering dishes to tantalize your taste buds. Quench your thirst with our premium open bar, where our lively bartenders craft a variety of fun cocktails and provide an array of liquor options, beer, wine, High Noon seltzers, mimosas, filtered water, sodas, and juices. Dance the day away to the beats of our fun DJ, while soaking in panoramic vistas of the stunning D.C. cityscape from the comfort of our yacht. It's the perfect blend of food, drinks, music, and breathtaking views—all aboard our party yacht for an experience you won't soon forget!


Duration: 2 hours.

Experience a 2.5-hour early access guided tour of Arlington National Cemetery, America’s largest and most renowned military cemetery. This tour highlights the Changing of the Guard Ceremony, the gravesite of President JFK, and the iconic Iwo Jima Memorial, along with many other significant landmarks. Gain exclusive insight from your expert guide and explore the most important sites for a truly memorable visit to Arlington National Cemetery.
Start by witnessing the Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, a solemn and moving tribute to the nation's fallen soldiers. This iconic ritual is a must-see, capturing the honor and precision of the military in a breathtakingly quiet setting.

You'll then visit the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, where you can reflect at the Eternal Flame that continues to burn in his memory. As your guide shares stories and insights, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the significance of this site in American history.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Ahoy there, me hearties! We are friendly pirates protecting the Nation’s Capital from any boisterous buccaneers that might get too close. We house the city’s most valued treasure on board our ship, but recently the keys to our treasure chest were stolen by a greedy crewmate! We need your help as we search the waterways looking for the scallywag who stole the keys to our precious loot.

Our Grog House will be open during the cruise featuring sodas, juices, cocktails, beer, seltzers, wine, pre-packaged snacks, and pirate loot like swords and hats. Credit cards are accepted, and we offer free water. Guests must be 21yrs+ with valid ID to purchase alcoholic beverages during the cruise.
Duration: 1 hour.

Embark on a one-hour sightseeing boat tour with Boomerang Boat Tours on the Potomac River and prepare for an engaging and experience that caters to both visitors and locals alike. Throughout the cruise, you can expect a journey enriched with historical narration, offering captivating insights into the capital's storied past. Delve deeper into the significance of the iconic landmarks and monuments that line the Potomac's shores, gaining a newfound appreciation for the city's rich heritage while soaking in the breathtaking views of Washington, D.C.'s picturesque cityscape.

Meanwhile, onboard, a well-stocked bar awaits, offering a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options for purchase, alongside pre-packaged snacks to satisfy any cravings. After the cruise, take the opportunity to explore the vibrant Georgetown waterfront, where an abundance of great bars, restaurants, and shops await, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to your Potomac River adventure.
Duration: 1 hour.

The following tour will take you through the beautiful, sacred grounds of Arlington National Cemetery…the eternal resting place for countless brave men and women who died in the service of their country.

Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the app!

With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.
Duration: 1 to 3 hours.

Walk through the soul of Arlington National Cemetery and discover it’s iconic people and stories. Go at your own pace, anytime. You'll see the monuments, the gravesites, the memorials, the standing buildings, the statues and more. You’ll see that and hear the stories of the people that made the the USA.

Why choose this tour?
Great price for a great experience!
See the sites at your own pace. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk. Stop anytime. Continue anytime.
The tour never expires, go anytime and listen again after you leave.
Duration: 70 to 90 minutes.

Option for lovers of military history. Veterans of all American wars, from the Revolution to the country's most recent conflicts, are buried in Arlington. Among the more than 400,000 dead are three unidentified soldiers, buried in the Tomb of the Unknown, and John F. Kennedy, whose tomb is marked by an eternal flame.
Duration: 4 hours.