Experience Arlington Cemetery with a Veteran guide trained in military history. Observe the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Visit each of the Kennedy graves. Discover Robert E. Lee's mansion upon the grounds and his wife's garden where the first burials took place. Discuss the beginning of the cemetery during the Civil War and its evolution through all of our nations conflicts.
US federal or state government issued photo identification or passport is required for entry into Arlington National Cemetery.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ On-board WiFi
✔ Bottled water
✔ Private tour
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Transport by private vehicle
✖ Lunch
✖ Gratuity
Pickup Locations
1. Hampton Inn & Suites Falls Church
2. Clarion Inn Falls Church-Arlington
3. Governor House Inn
4. Hilton Garden Inn Falls Church
5. Budget Inn Falls Church
6. Comfort Inn Falls Church - Tysons Corner
7. Oakwood Falls Church
8. Quarry Inn Motel
9. Spring Hill Motor Lodge
10. Stratford Motor Lodge
11. Sonesta Simply Suites Falls Church
12. Wingate by Wyndham Springfield
13. Comfort Inn
14. Motel 6 Springfield, VA - Washington DC Southwest
15. Courtyard Springfield
16. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Springfield
17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Springfield, VA
18. Hilton Springfield
19. Best Western Springfield
20. Holiday Inn Express Washington DC SW - Springfield, an IHG hotel
Additional Info: We offer free pick-up and drop-off at lodging points within downtown Washington, DC, National Harbor, MD, Arlington County, VA, or the City of Alexandria, VA.
Itinerary
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Arlington National Cemetery
Sample Itinerary (assuming a 0800 start):
0800: Pick up at lodging or agreed meeting point.
0800-0820: Transit
0820-1130: Arlington Cemetery Tour: Discover how the cemetery got its start and some not so well known history. Observe portions of a full military honors funeral. Experience Arlington with all five senses. Visit the grave of a favorite notable or loved one. Tour a not well traveled part of the cemetery and observe silence and serenity.
1130-1200: Transit to agreed drop off point.
More details:
• Meeting location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
• Most of the tour is out of doors so dress appropriately for the season. Early morning (0800 or 0830) start recommended.
• End location: Agreed Location within Alexandria City Limits, Arlington County, or District of Columbia (Washington City).
• Location options: Address or Intersection upon Traveler's request, Airport, Cruise Ship Port, Hotel, Monument/Building upon Traveler's request, Rail or Bus Station
• Transportation Method: Private SUV (2017 Buick Enclave) to and from the cemetery. There's an option to employ the public trolley on the cemetery grounds if guests are mobility limited. We will see more if we tour afoot. Touring afoot is hilly and about 2.75 miles or 4.4 km.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
