Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup
Overview
Honor the heroes of American history on this unforgettable experience at Arlington National Cemetery, one of the nation's most sacred landscapes. This private, 4-hour tour blends quiet reflection with powerful storytelling, offering a deeper understanding of the people who shaped America—some world-famous, others unsung.
Unlike a self-guided visit, this experience offers context, compassion, and the captivating stories behind the names etched in stone. Led by an expert guide, you’ll explore Arlington as a moving narrative of sacrifice and legacy.
Start with private pick-up from your hotel or Airbnb (within a 10-mile radius). Ride in comfort in a luxury SUV with bottled water provided. As you travel, your guide shares Arlington’s origins and its emotional place in American history.
Once at the cemetery, enjoy a 3-hour walking tour through profound sites, including President Kennedy’s grave, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and memorials honoring countless heroes.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pick up and drop off within 10 miles of downtown D.C.
- Professional English speaking guide
- Optional
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you up from your specified location. You’ll receive a text message 15–30 minutes prior to pick-up. We look forward to sharing DC’s untold stories with you!
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool DC customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Bottled water.
- Pick up and drop off within 10 miles of downtown D.C.
- Professional English speaking guide.
- Optional.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour of Arlington DC National Cemetery with Hotel Pickup will be included in your confirmation email from Cool DC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pick up and drop off within 10 miles of downtown D.C.
- Professional English speaking guide
- Optional
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
