Walking Tour of Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery is more than a burial ground — it is a place where American history, service, and memory come together. On walking tour, we’ll explore the cemetery at a thoughtful pace, with time to understand both its significance and the individual stories it represents. As a licensed Washington, DC guide with extensive experience leading visitors through Arlington — and a place I return to often outside of touring because it continues to move me — I help guests feel comfortable and oriented as we walk this important landscape. Along the way, I’ll explain how Arlington came to be, who is buried here, and why it continues to matter today. We will pause for reflection, photography, and observation, including witnessing the Changing of the Guard. Please note that Arlington National Cemetery is an active national shrine with security procedures. Valid identification is required. Food and beverages are not permitted inside the cemetery, though bottled water is allowed.

This three-hour walking tour includes key locations within Arlington National Cemetery, with additional commentary throughout the grounds: -John F. Kennedy Gravesite -Arlington House (Robert E. Lee Memorial) -Supreme Court Hill -Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Changing of the Guard The final walking route and timing may vary based on the Changing of the Guard schedule, walking pace, weather, and guest interests.