Tours/Washington DC/Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite
Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite
4.5(32)Washington DC2h–2h 10min
VIATOR3.9(13)TRIPADVISOR4.9(19)
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At a glance
Duration
2h–2h 10min
Price from
$55 / person
Rating
4.5 / 5 · 32 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 40
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Departure Point: Go through security at Arlington Cemetery. Inside the Visitor's Center there is a statue of a soldier inside a glass case. Your guide will meet you here and will be wearing a "Signature Tours" T-shirt. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.
Enjoy a 2-Hour Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour.
Start with a visit to the John F. Kennedy gravesite, where you’ll see the Eternal Flame, lit by Jacqueline Kennedy more than 50 years ago in honor of the late president. Learn about JFK’s legacy, the significance of the gravesite, and its place within Arlington’s history.
Tour concludes at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Witness the Changing of the Guard ceremony, a solemn, precisely executed ceremony honoring America’s fallen service members whose identities remain unknown.
Tour Highlights:
• Admission to Arlington Cemetery
• 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery
• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards
• John F. Kennedy family grave site
• See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
• Grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
• View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disasters
• Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).
Tour Options
9am Tour
2pm Tour
Private Tour - 11:30am
Itinerary
Admission included120 min
Start this 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery by meeting your guide inside the Visitor's Center. You and your group will receive an overview of the history of Arlington National Cemetery which includes: • Admission to Arlington Cemetery • Guided Walking Tour of Cemetery • Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with Changing of the Guards • Kennedy family grave site including Edward and Robert Kennedy • See Custis Lee Manor from a distance • Grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy • View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disasters • Possibility to visit Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (availability depending on day of the week).
Pass by
See the Tomb of the unknown Soldier during your guided walk through Arlington Cemetery
Pass by
See John Kennedy's Gravesite
Highlights
Visit the John F. Kennedy family grave site and see the Eternal Flame
View the Changing of the Guard Ceremony and visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Possibility to see Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (available depending on day of week)
See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disaster
Visit the grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
Admission and 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
What's included
Included
Visit the John F. Kennedy family grave site and see the Eternal Flame
View the Changing of the Guard Ceremony and visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Possibility to see Arlington Memorial Amphitheater (available depending on day of week)
See Custis Lee Manor from a distance
View the memorials for the Columbia and Challenger disaster
Visit the grave of WWII veteran and movie star, Audie Murphy
Admission and 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery
Not included
Transportation to/from Arlington Cemetery
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Transportation not provided to/from the cemetery. Entirety of tour is walking.
Must bring valid Photo ID on day of travel
Animal policy: animals are not permitted on tours.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Arlington Cemetery: Changing of Guard & John F. Kennedy Gravesite lasts about 2h–2h 10min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure Point: Go through security at Arlington Cemetery. Inside the Visitor's Center there is a statue of a soldier inside a glass case. Your guide will meet you here and will be wearing a "Signature Tours" T-shirt. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Note for guests with mobility issues or young children/strollers: the walking conditions at Arlington Cemetery are steep and challenging to manage in limited tour time.
Reviews(32)
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David_P
August 30, 2026
Really insightful tour
James our guide is a wonderful scholar and amazing expert on Arlington. Alot of walking. But worth it.
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your thoughts about your tour experience with us. It also helps other future guests see what we are all about! It is always our goal to give people a tour to remember and we are so happy you thought it was! We love hearing that our guests loved their tour experience. It really makes our day! We strive to make our tours fun and memorable for everyone every time. Hopefully we will see you back with us soon!
Malaak.
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F9134VVlisar
August 9, 2026
Arlington cemetery tour
Appreciated knowledge and experience that james shared with us.
Operator response
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the tour. It would be our pleasure to have you join us again in the future!
Malaak.
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Marie T
July 22, 2026
ARLINGTON Cemetery discovery
Our guide, James, allowed us to discover Arlington Cemetery with all his passion, experience, and deep knowledge of the subject. He showed us the best vantage point for the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and also pointed out the burial sites of many notable figures—all topped off with numerous anecdotes only he knows how to tell. It was a fascinating and insightful tour, and truly the best way to experience this site. A HUGE thank you to James—we hope he continues sharing his passion for a long time to come!
Best regards,
JC and Marie
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to know that your experience met your expectations. We hope to see you again soon for another great adventure in DC!
Malaak.
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ArmyWife_ROTCmom
July 20, 2026
Arlington Memorial Cemetery tour
Hames was a wonderful tour guide. Even in 106 degree heat, he did his best to make it an enjoyable tour. He is very knowledgable!!
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jasoncE9577NZ
July 19, 2026
Arlington national Cemetery tour
James was a plethora of information concerning Arlington, Cemetery, and Washington DC. I’m glad that he was our court guy.
Operator response
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the tour. It would be our pleasure to have you join us again in the future!
Malaak.
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rebeccaaY1275RQ
July 18, 2026
Very experiencing it for the first time and I enjoyed it
This is my first time experience the tour. It was very good. She is a very pleasant person and the bus driver was very good. Ireally enjoyed it and I like it. I like to visit again thank you so much. Hundred percent hundred percent good.
Operator response
Thanks for sharing your thoughts about your tour experience with us. It also helps other future guests see what we are all about! It is always our goal to give people a tour to remember and we are so happy you thought it was! We love hearing that our guests loved their tour experience. It really makes our day! We strive to make our tours fun and memorable for everyone every time. Hopefully we will see you back with us soon!
Malaak.
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976jonik
July 18, 2026
James, excellent guide!
lOur tour tour guide , James was excellent. He was very knowledgeable anout everything! Highly recommend!
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to know that your experience met your expectations. We hope to see you again soon for another great adventure in DC!
Malaak.
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David_A
July 14, 2026
James was very...
James was very knowledgeable and thorough with his explanations. I would strongly recommend his tour to everyone!
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to know that your experience met your
expectations. We hope to see you again soon for another great adventure in DC!
Malaak.
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cindyrP6808TB
July 14, 2026
Moving experience at ANC.
James was friendly and knowledgeable about the cemetery and its history.
Operator response
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! We're so glad you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the tour. It would be our pleasure to have you join us again in the future!
Malaak.
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Kate_R
July 8, 2026
Unsatisfactory meet up with guide
Instructions to meet guide were not clear enough. Didn’t locate guide missed your completely. Not happy
Operator response
We are sorry got any inconvenience please sty with the tour guide
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