Arlington Cemetery Small-Group Tour & Changing of the Guards Walk

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Washington DC, USA

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Booked 5+ times last week!

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Lisa_M ·

Jul 2026

We greatly enjoyed our tour with Matt! He is extremely knowledgeable about Arlington Cemetery and has given us a deep appreciation for the history and sacredness of the grounds. Arlington was a highlight of our trip to DC - highly recommend a tour with Matt!

· Jean_M ·

Jun 2026

Excellent tour, first class tour guide, knew his stuff, friendly, punctual, kept us up to date at all times… gave great tour - saw loads, well worth money. Definitely recommend

Overview

Learn about American history and culture—and explore a solemn landmark in a respectful way—on this tour of Arlington National Cemetery. Visit key monuments, including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the President John F. Kennedy Gravesite, and the Robert E. Lee Memorial, hear more about the service members and national figures laid to rest here, and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony.

Discover the Arlington National Cemetery on a historian-led tour
Avoid the hassle of separate bookings: your admission ticket is included
Go beyond the guidebook with insights at key monuments and memorials
Watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony from a prime viewing spot

What's Included

Admission Fee - Admission fee

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1 Memorial Ave, Fort Myer, VA 22211, USA
We will meet inside the visitor's center at the statue of the bugler. I will be wearing a black History Nerd hat.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Arlington National Cemetery

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

John F. Kennedy Grave Site

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arlington National Cemetery

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 57 reviews

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We greatly enjoyed our...

Lisa_M, Jul 2026

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review. I am glad the tour was a highlight of your trip.

My tour guide was...

Adrienne_H, Jul 2026

My tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, very thorough. I would recommend this tour guide. He was great!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review. I am glad you enjoyed your tour.

Matt the History Nerd was Awesome!

Darla_A, Jul 2026

Matt the History Nerd was a terrific tour guide!! Not only did he have a thorough knowledge of the history of Arlington, he volunteered interesting facts about how and why the cemetery developed and what the differences in gravestones meant. We got to learn many stories of famous and ordinary heroes, and visit all of the best views and overlooks. Matt had the tour timed perfectly to show up at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier right before changing of the guard and get the perfect view. He then led us immediately to another spot to also have the best view of the wreath laying ceremony. He explained all of what we were going to do each step of the way so that we knew what to expect, even sending me a message the day before to let me know exactly where in the visitor’s center to meet, what he would be wearing, and a reminder to bring drinks. At the end of the tour we asked for some extra information, directions to our next spot, and lunch recommendations, and he kindly sent links to all of them. We plan to be back in the DC area next spring, and hope we can take another tour with Matt!!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review and kind words. It was great meeting you as well and i hope to see you again.

Nerds! Nerds! Nerds!

Jocelyn_D, Jul 2026

Matt really knows this cemetery. He was knowledgeable, entertaining, and knew random history facts about the DC area that he was able to work into the tour (I don’t want to spoil it for you, you’ll have to go check it out yourself!!) Our group had people of all activity level levels and he managed to make it work for everyone. In addition, it was during the heat wave and he made sure he stopped us in the shade when he was speaking and included water breaks. He is a self proclaimed history nerd and he deserves the title. Wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking a lot!

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review. I am glad you enjoyed your tour experience, even in the heat.

Matt did a great job...

Dominick_G, Jul 2026

Matt did a great job guiding the group. He is very knowledgeable and very patient. He had to navigate the group in 100+ degree heat and the noise of jets flying overhead. I recommend this tour with Matt.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review! I am glad you enjoyed your tour. Even on a very hot day.

The best way to experience this living memorial.

Kevin_J, Jul 2026

Matt was an excellent guide. He was sure to allow plenty of shaded stops along the way to our destinations to keep us cool. He was extremely knowledgeable and a nice departure from the tour trams which have long waits and move too quickly to appreciate this hallowed ground.

Response from Host, Jul 2026

Thank you for the 5 star review! I am glad you enjoyed your tour experience.

Use this guy!!

Jean_M, Jun 2026

Excellent tour, first class tour guide, knew his stuff, friendly, punctual, kept us up to date at all times… gave great tour - saw loads, well worth money. Definitely recommend

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed your tour. It was great meeting you.

History Nerd

Monica_H, Jun 2026

Matt went above and beyond to make the experience meaningful. He found a family member for us in addition to the actual tour.

Response from Host, Jun 2026

Thank you! I am glad you had a memorable tour.

So much history in a...

Linda_G, May 2026

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.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed your tour.

Tour guide knowledgeable highly recommend

Nancy_R, May 2026

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

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you! I am glad you had a memorable tour.

The guide makes all the difference!! Thank you Matt Roseberry!!

Helen_V, Apr 2026

Our guide Matt Roseberry was so good. He was knowledgeable. He was engaging. His answer were not scripted. Without his guidance and knowledge Arlington Cemetery would have been moving, but with his input we understood so much more about the service men and women that serviced our country over the last 150+ years. I had no idea that Supreme Court Justices are buried there. Learned about Chaplain Hill. Witnessed the Changing of the Guard at the Unknown Solider. It was a perfect tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed what you learned on the tour.

Great tour guide for Arlington

Jeff_M, Mar 2026

I wanted to do something different for my group since some had been to Arlington before so hired Matt to show them around. He did a great job, very professional and always responded in a timely manner.