Visit Arlington National Cemetery with one of DC's best guides!
Overview
Explore the profound history of America's most hallowed ground with a small group walking tour led by one of the area's top guides. Unlike riding tours or large bus groups, I make nearly 40 stops at notable graves and sites on this casual walking tour. This immersive walking tour offers unique insights and a richer understanding of the events that shaped the nation. Ideal for anyone seeking a small group experience and detailed narratives that larger groups often miss. Unlike 'drive by' tours, our guide takes you right to the Kennedy graves, the Changing of the Guard, the Space Shuttle memorials, Arlington House, and more! If Arlington National Cemetery has been on your 'bucket list', this is the tour for you.
- Small-group format for a more personalized experience
- Expert guide sharing in-depth historical knowledge
- Explore significant sites that shaped American history
- Perfect for history buffs or anyone wishing to explore Arlington
What's Included
- Each family receives a list of 120 fun things to do/places to dine - and a map of the National Mall!
- Each guest receives a complimentary rain poncho for inclement weather
- Each guest receives free 'cooling towel' on particularly hot days - with forecast of 90 degrees+
- Each family receives detailed 'Fact Sheet' about Arlington National Cemetery
- Arlington is accessible via the metro (blue line), uber, taxi, walking from the National Mall, or you can use the parking deck ($12 max for 3 hours). Parking is not included in your ticket price.
Meeting Location
1 Memorial Avenue
Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Arlington National Cemetery
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial (pass by)
Military Women's Memorial (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The guide makes many stops on the tour - but you will get in your 5,000 steps. Some moderate hills - on paved roads and sidewalks.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Tours go 'rain or shine' - only canceled for severe weather
- This is a 100% walking tour - all outdoors. Dress for the weather!
- This is a walking tour of approximately 2.5 hours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
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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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Each family receives a list of 120 fun things to do/places to dine - and a map of the National Mall!.
- Each guest receives a complimentary rain poncho for inclement weather.
- Each guest receives free 'cooling towel' on particularly hot days - with forecast of 90 degrees+.
- Each family receives detailed 'Fact Sheet' about Arlington National Cemetery.
- Arlington is accessible via the metro (blue line), uber, taxi, walking from the National Mall, or you can use the parking deck ($12 max for 3 hours). Parking is not included in your ticket price.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Visit Arlington National Cemetery with one of DC's best guides! is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The guide makes many stops on the tour - but you will get in your 5,000 steps. Some moderate hills - on paved roads and sidewalks.
- 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 Visit Arlington National Cemetery with one of DC’s best guides! 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
- Each family receives a list of 120 fun things to do/places to dine - and a map of the National Mall!
- Each guest receives a complimentary rain poncho for inclement weather
- Each guest receives free 'cooling towel' on particularly hot days - with forecast of 90 degrees+
- Each family receives detailed 'Fact Sheet' about Arlington National Cemetery
- Arlington is accessible via the metro (blue line), uber, taxi, walking from the National Mall, or you can use the parking deck ($12 max for 3 hours). Parking is not included in your ticket price.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- The guide makes many stops on the tour - but you will get in your 5,000 steps. Some moderate hills - on paved roads and sidewalks.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Tours go 'rain or shine' - only canceled for severe weather
- This is a 100% walking tour - all outdoors. Dress for the weather!
- This is a walking tour of approximately 2.5 hours
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
