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Arlington Cemetery Tour with Guard Ceremony and Iwo Jima Memorial

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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

MEETING TIME: 15 minutes before departure MEETING PLACE: Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center, 1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer MEETING POINT: Meet your guide outside the the Welcome Center, located by the main entrance. Do not pass through security until you have checked in with the local guide.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Enjoy a comprehensive exterior tour of the Whitehouse including the north and south side facades. Also see the Executive building the largest office in DC outside of the Pentagon

Duration: 45 mins

2. Arlington National Cemetery

Walk through the Presidential Park South (commonly called the Ellipse) is a 52 acres (21 ha) park located just south of the White House fence

Duration: 15 mins

3. Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial

Visit the Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial dedicated to the crew who on February 1, 2003, were headed home after a 16-day scientific mission, its 28th venture into space. As Columbia re-entered Earth's atmosphere, it suddenly burst into flames, killing all seven crew members. In addition to the memorial, three Columbia Space Suttle astronauts lay rest at individual gravesites in the same area.

Duration: 15 mins

4. Audie L. Murphy Grave Site

Visit the Memorial Grave of Audie Murphy – who is one of the nation's most-decorated soldiers and heroes, earning an unparalleled 28 medals (including three from France and one from Belgium). Murphy had been wounded three times during the war. In May 1945, when victory was declared in Europe, he had still not reached his 21st birthday.

Duration: 5 mins

5. United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

Visit the USA’s principal Navy Memorial which was built to honor who have served or currently serving in the Navi, Marine, Coast Guard and the Merchant Marine.

Duration: 15 mins

6. President William Howard Taft Memorial Grave

Stop at the Memorial Grave of the 27th President of the USA - President William Howard Taft.

Duration: 5 mins

7. Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial

See and enjoy your guides narration of Arlington House, the historic family residence of Robert E. Lee, commanding general of the Confederate Army during the American Civil War in Arlington County, Virginia.

Duration: 5 mins

8. John F. Kennedy Grave Site

Visit the gravesite of President JFK and other family members. The John F. Kennedy Eternal Flame is a presidential memorial at the gravesite of JFK.

Duration: 20 mins

9. U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Visit one of the most poignant memorials in the United States. Walk around the inspiring tribute to one of the most important events to take place in WWII.

Duration: 20 mins

Inclusion

Visit the enormous WWII Iowa Jima Memorial celebrating one of the best USA accomplishments

Visit the location of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and Greek style Amphitheatre

Visit the gravesite of the President John F. Kennedy as well as the Kennedy family memorial

See the largest Navy Memorial in the USA

Secure the best location to witness the Changing of the Guard Ceremony

Easy Access to Arlington Cemetery with a first-class Guide

Exclusion

Transportation / Guide Tip

Cancellation Policy

Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All visitors 16 years of age and older (pedestrians, drivers and passengers) must present a valid photo ID (valid passport or U.S. State Department-issued photo identification for non US citizens) upon entering the cemetery.

Please wear comfortable shoes as this tour involves a fair amount of walking, including over uneven surfaces, cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs.

Participants should be in good health - consult first with your doctor if you have any medical condition or are not used to regular exercise.

Wheelchairs, motorised scooters or any other device to assist mobility are not recommended, as we cannot guarantee: that all footpaths/sidewalks/curbs will have suitable ramps.

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

Anybody under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by somebody aged 18 years or older.

Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility

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