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Arlington Cemetery Tour: History and Heritage
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29 Ratings
Arlington
Explore Arlington’s history with a historian-led tour. Witness Kennedy’s gravesite, Changing of the Guard, and stunning D.C. views.
Explore Arlington’s history with a historian-led tour. Witness Kennedy’s gravesite, Changing of the Guard, and stunning D.C. views.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Arlington National Cemetery - Arrive at the Welcome Center of Arlington National Cemetery 15 minutes prior to the tour’s start to meet your guide.
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John F. Kennedy Grave Site - Explore the eternal flame and the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, along with Jackie Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, Edward Kennedy, and Joseph Kennedy Jr.
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- Arlington National Cemetery - Arrive at the Welcome Center of Arlington National Cemetery 15 minutes prior to the tour’s start to meet your guide.
- John F. Kennedy Grave Site - Explore the eternal flame and the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, along with Jackie Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, Edward Kennedy, and Joseph Kennedy Jr.
- Arlington National Cemetery - Discover the history and tales of the numerous service members, Supreme Court justices, and politicians interred at Arlington National Cemetery.
- The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - Witness the renowned Changing of the Guard ceremony from the optimal viewing location. This ceremony is held at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and is conducted by the US Army 3rd Infantry.
- Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial - Tour the historic Arlington House and learn about its history and connection to Robert E. Lee. The grounds offer the best views of Washington D.C. and provide excellent photo opportunities.
What's Included
- Admission fees
- Admission fees
Additional Information
Explore the profound history of Arlington National Cemetery on this guided walking tour, led by an experienced historian. Visit the solemn Gravesite of President Kennedy, featuring the Eternal Flame, and learn about the lives of the service members, politicians, and notable individuals interred here. Enjoy the esteemed Changing of the Guard ceremony…
Explore the profound history of Arlington National Cemetery on this guided walking tour, led by an experienced historian. Visit the solemn Gravesite of President Kennedy, featuring the Eternal Flame, and learn about the lives of the service members, politicians, and notable individuals interred here. Enjoy the esteemed Changing of the Guard ceremony from a prime vantage point and discover the important sites around the Memorial Amphitheater. Be sure to visit Arlington House, where breathtaking views of Washington D.C. provide excellent photo opportunities.
Location
1 Memorial Ave
Memorial Avenue
We will meet inside the visitor's center at the statue of the bugler. I will be wearing a white hat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(29 Ratings)
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Hollydq8448jk
May 26, 2026
A must do tour with Matt - Matt was our tour guide and knew the answer to every question we could come up with. He is very knowledgeable and was so kind. He let us walk at our own pace and didn't hurry us at all.
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Fearless46932441122
May 25, 2026
Matt’s Tour was Fantastic - Matt was awesome! As a USMC veteran, he was very respectful and knowledgeable! He also listened to my stories from the Marine Corps and genuinely listened. I don’t usually book tours but I am very lucky to have had Matt as my guide. His experience and care for the veterans in this cemetery provided me with a great experience and a tour I will not forget. If you are thinking of taking a tour of Arlington National Cemetery, I would choose Matt to guide you.
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Bjardee
May 20, 2026
Very knowledgeable! - Matt, our ‘history nerd’, as he refers to himself, was incredibly knowledgeable and patient with our many questions about Arlington. He walked at a comfortable pace for us and was conscientious to point out the shade trees we could use as a break from the 97 degree sun. His expansive wealth of knowledge was impressive!
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Coreys283
May 16, 2026
Matt is a wonderful guide! - My husband and I recently took a walking tour of Arlington Cemetery while visiting Washington DC, and we were blown away by our host, Matt. Despite some initial struggles with finding parking for our oversized truck, Matt was patient and kind, ensuring that we were able to start our tour without any issues.
Matt's knowledge of the cemetery was truly impressive, and he provided us with insider tips that made our experience all the more special. From pointing out important landmarks to sharing interesting historical facts, Matt truly enhanced our understanding of Arlington Cemetery.
One thing that stood out to us was how thoughtful Matt was throughout the tour. He made sure to inform us about restroom locations before and during the tour, as well as reminding us to bring water to stay hydrated. Additionally, he carefully scouted out the sites we would be visiting to ensure that we could enjoy them without being overwhelmed by crowds, especially with school groups being present that day.
Another aspect that we appreciated was Matt's thoughtfulness in taking pictures of my husband and me at certain locations. This allowed us to have not just pictures of what we were seeing but also pictures with us in them, making our memories even more special.
Overall, our walking tour of Arlington Cemetery was not only educational and informative but also incredibly enjoyable thanks to Matt's exceptional guidance. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Washington DC, and we are grateful to Matt for making our experience so memorable.
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A2964bvmarkn
May 13, 2026
Wow and knowledgeable - We had a great tour of Arlington with Matt. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. We learned so much and enjoyed ourselves.
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Janet
May 13, 2026
Great walking tour, on such beautiful grounds. - Matt was very knowledgeable about the history of the cemetery, explaining so many interesting details about so many people buried there
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B6403zmteresam
May 9, 2026
Best Arlington National Cemetery tour - This is an excellent tour by a smart well informed tour guide. Definitely use Matt as your tour guide!
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Dbc03848
May 6, 2026
Insightful tour with experienced historian - We were fortunate to have Matt give us a personal tour as we were the only ones on the day and time of this tour. His knowledge was unending. Not only did he know about the site, its origins, significance of sections, monuments and markers, he also told us about personal insights from his years of experiences with relatives of Arlington internees. We were delighted to have found and taken Matt’s tour due to his tenure as both a guide, photographer and historian. Tour took about three hours, and covered about 4 miles walking through the site which is hilly, but not overly steep. Would recommend to all.
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Linda_g
May 6, 2026
So much history in a... - So much history in a beautiful yet solemn location. MATT was our guide - he was extremely knowledgeable about Arlington’s history, layout and where all of the prominent hero’s were laid to rest. The changing of the guard at the Tomb of the unknown soldier was a highlight as was the tour of Arlington House. A 3 hour walk that seem to take no time at all. Highly recommend - and ask for MATT.
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Nancy_r
May 5, 2026
Tour guide knowledgeable highly recommend - Matt was our tour guide very knowledgeable answered all questions he let us go at our pace let the kids take a break when they needed he took photos for our memories highly recommend
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