General
Information
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY
Explore the Rich History from the Comfort of our Tour Vehicles
Arlington National Cemetery is an enduring tribute to those who’ve dedicated their lives to defending the ideals of our nation. A visit here will leave an indelible impression on your spirit.
There are more than 639 acres of hallowed ground and they’re best explored aboard Arlington National Cemetery Tours.
Tour Information
Tours depart from Welcome Center: 8:30am - 4:00pm.
Open 363 days a year. Closed on Wreaths Across America: Wreaths In Day (December 14, 2024) and Wreaths Out Day (January 11, 2025).
Special Operating hours:
Memorial Day and Veterans Day: Tours begin at 2:00pm.
- Tour Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
- Cemetery Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Aboard the continuous 45 minute loop, you’ll have the opportunity to disembark and explore.
There are 6 stops on weekdays and 9 on weekends.
Relax on our comfortable tour vehicles as you journey through history.
Learn about the cemetery's history, the heroes who rest there, and other stories from your knowledgeable guide.
You’ll be transported to notable graves and memorials.
CHANGING OF THE GUARD
- October 1 - March 31 The guard is changed every hour on the hour.
- April 1 - September 30 The guard is changed every half hour.
TOUR STOPS
Tours depart from The Welcome Center
-
stop
1WELCOME
CENTER -
stop
2President
John F.
Kennedy
Gravesite -
stop
3General John
J Pershing Gravesite -
stop
4Memorial Amphitheater & Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
-
stop
5Arlington House
-
stop
6ORD & WEITZEL
GATE
(IWO JIMA
MEMORIAL)
Additional Stops
(Weekends Only)
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SECTIONS
55 & 59 -
COLUMBARIUM
COURTS
& NICHE WALL -
PENTAGON GROUP
BURIAL MARKER
Handicap Accessible
Handicap accessible vehicles and assisted listening devices available upon request. Handicapped plus one guest ride free with valid government issued ID.
Hearing Impaired Guests
At Historic Tours of America, we pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service to all people, including individuals with disabilities. In order to provide the proper accommodations, all we ask is that we are given due notice in order to select the proper services. Our selection process involves the use of the ADA information line to vet and secure local interpreter services. As a Title III entity, our number one goal is to provide an effective accommodation that will ensure you have a memorable time with us.
Tour Languages
All of our tours are in English.