Explore the vast Arlington National Cemetery in Washington DC at a pace that suits you on this hop-on hop-off trolley tour. With trolleys departing regularly, you can hop off at any of the stops, including the US Marine Corps War Memorial, the US Coast Guard Memorial, and the Eternal Flame. Listen to an onboard guide share the history of Arlington and the significance of the memorials, monuments, and burial sites that you pass.

Hop-on hop-off tour of Arlington National Cemetery
Pay tribute to fallen American heroes at the country’s most famous military cemetery
Learn about the history of Arlington from an onboard guide
Visit JFK’s grave, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington House and more

What's Included

Transport by hop-on hop-off trolley for one loop around Arlington cemetery
Professional guide
Live commentary on board

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Meeting And Pickup

Start time

Opening hours

9/25/2023 - 10/1/2023
10/2/2023 - 10/8/2023
10/9/2023 - 10/15/2023
10/16/2023 - 10/22/2023
10/23/2023 - 10/29/2023
10/30/2023 - 11/5/2023
11/6/2023 - 11/12/2023
11/13/2023 - 11/19/2023
11/20/2023 - 11/26/2023
11/27/2023 - 12/3/2023
12/4/2023 - 12/10/2023
12/11/2023 - 12/17/2023
12/18/2023 - 12/24/2023
12/25/2023 - 12/31/2023
1/1/2024 - 1/7/2024
1/8/2024 - 1/14/2024
1/15/2024 - 1/21/2024
1/22/2024 - 1/28/2024
1/29/2024 - 2/4/2024
2/5/2024 - 2/11/2024
2/12/2024 - 2/18/2024
2/19/2024 - 2/25/2024
2/26/2024 - 3/3/2024
3/4/2024 - 3/10/2024
3/11/2024 - 3/17/2024
3/18/2024 - 3/24/2024
3/25/2024 - 3/31/2024
4/1/2024 - 4/7/2024
4/8/2024 - 4/14/2024
4/15/2024 - 4/21/2024
4/22/2024 - 4/28/2024
4/29/2024 - 5/5/2024
5/6/2024 - 5/12/2024
5/13/2024 - 5/19/2024
5/20/2024 - 5/26/2024
5/27/2024 - 6/2/2024
6/3/2024 - 6/9/2024
6/10/2024 - 6/16/2024
6/17/2024 - 6/23/2024
6/24/2024 - 6/30/2024
7/1/2024 - 7/7/2024
7/8/2024 - 7/14/2024
7/15/2024 - 7/21/2024
7/22/2024 - 7/28/2024
7/29/2024 - 8/4/2024
8/5/2024 - 8/11/2024
8/12/2024 - 8/18/2024
8/19/2024 - 8/25/2024
8/26/2024 - 9/1/2024
9/2/2024 - 9/8/2024
9/9/2024 - 9/15/2024
9/16/2024 - 9/22/2024

What To Expect

Spanning 624 acres (253 hectares), Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place for many American heroes, including more than 400,000 military veterans and their families from every American conflict, starting from the Civil War.

On this hop-on hop-off trolley, visit the most notable graves and memorials, and learn about the cemetery’s history from an onboard guide. Board the hop-on hop-off trolley at any of the designated sites (see below for a list of stops).

Hop off to explore sites by foot and pay homage to America’s fallen heroes. Visit the Eternal Flame, where President John F. Kennedy is laid to rest beside his wife, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

Your hop-on hop-off pass is valid for one full loop, letting you take in the poignancy of Arlington National Cemetery at a relaxed pace. Trolleys depart regularly throughout the day or you can stay on for the whole loop.

You may board the trolley at any of the following stops:
• US Marine Corps War Memorial
• President John F. Kennedy Gravesite
• US Coast Guard Memorial
• General John J. Pershing Gravesite
• Memorial Amphitheater
• Robert E. Lee Memorial

Arlington National Cemetery Tour

4 Stops

6 Points of Interest

Duration: 30 minutes

Operating Schedule: Duration of Tour: 30 minutes Open Daily 8:30am-4:00pm. Last tour departs at 4:00pm; ***Ord & Weitzel pedestrian gate will be closed from July 24th through August 31st for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Visitors will not be able to access the Iwo Jima statue from inside the cemetery. Arlington Tours will not make the stop at the gate until it is re-opened.

Arlington National Cemetery Welcome Center

President John F. Kennedy Gravesite

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial

Points of interest passed by on this route

Arlington National Cemetery

Military Women's Memorial

U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Old Town Trolley Tours Washington DC

Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial

John F. Kennedy Grave Site

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Strollers are allowed on the trolley if they are collapsible
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if a wheelchair-accessible trolley is required
Stroller accessible

Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travellers can participate
Arlington National Cemetery requires a 100% ID Check with no exceptions. All US guest must provide a State or Government Issued picture ID. Visitors 16 and 17 may present a valid school ID. All foreign guest must present a PASSPORT. Foreign ID Cards will not be accepted. US State or Government issued picture ID or PASSPORTS ONLY can be used for entry into Arlington National Cemetery.

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Traveller Tips

And if walking is difficult for you this is the best way to see Arlington.

Having a ride to the highlights was a must for this senior traveler!

One thing , if the tram could wait for 15 min, that would be great.

Reviews

4.5

503 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Well worth your time!

RosemaryC_M, Sept 2023

Tomb of unknown soldier change of guard was a beautiful tribute to our soldiers. Also, the knowledge of our guide on tram was appreciated and gave us a broader understanding of the history of this cemetery. Money well spent!

A Great Visit

Deborah_L, Sept 2023

Took my daughter to Arlington. She had never been there before. She found it very educational and was surprised by the education she gained.

Some confusion

Carol_G, Sept 2023

We were at Arlington House and waited quite a while for the next tram. One came but wasn't sure it was the same tour. When one came it went directly back to the visitor center

Hallelujah. God is here

Catherine_H, Sept 2023

So moving. So beautiful. This was an unforgettable, beautiful experience. Thank you America We are from U.K. never experienced anything like this before. A truly moving and inspirational memorial. Feel very privileged to have visited this place and the changing of the guard was an additional god centred experience. Thank you

Solemn visit

christine_h, Sept 2023

The grave of the unknown soldier and changing of the guards. So much respect for those that have fallen.

Meaningful Visit to Sacred Grounds

BillieSue_M, Sept 2023

Our tour of Arlington was very informative as well as comfortable. It was a little drizzly, but that didn’t interfere with the tour! Our guide was well versed in details about the people buried in the cemetery. My parents are both buried there so the tour was very meaningful too.

Trip to Arlington Cemetery.

MaryJo_T, Sept 2023

Wonderful day! Saw my Uncle's grave. The guides were great. My sister was in a wheelchair and they were so helpful

Once in a lifetime, memorable

Sherri_P, Sept 2023

One in a lifetime event. There was a heat warning in effect, so that could have been better. The tour and tour guides were fantastic and courteous. Thank you!

We enjoyed an outstanding visit to Washington DC

MARIA_C, Sept 2023

My relative from Italy and I had a spectacular visit to Washington DC visiting all the major monuments, Arlington, national cemetery and museums, perfect weather, and great sightseeing tours

We really enjoyed our day at Arlington National Cemetery and the Hop-On-Hop-Off Shuttle made this possible. Thank you!!

LindaK_P, Sept 2023

We really enjoyed our day at Arlington National Cemetery and the Hop-On-Hop-Off Shuttle made this possible. Thank you!!

Very moving

Steven_H, Aug 2023

Very moving ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown. Also saw The Kennedy burial area as well as Bobby and Ted.

Great value

Shelley_J, Aug 2023

Great way to see arlington without having to walk the entire way. In addition you get to hear the history and information from the guide.

Beautiful Day

Andrew_H, Aug 2023

I’ve been to Arlington Cemetery several times but decided to do the hop-on/off when my sister visited. I really appreciated someone else giving the tour, haha Our first tour guide had a wealth of knowledge about the cemetery and plots. There is so much to learn other than the three main stops and he taught both of us quite a bit. He could be heard clearly in the microphone as well. It was a perfect morning, in the mid 70s, which made the experience all the better.

Sobering experience. Every American should visit this monument.

Eric_F, Aug 2023

The massive number of gravestones of the heros for the defense of our nation. This reminder of how fragile peace is.

Great tour

Cheryl_S, Aug 2023

The guides on this tour are all very knowledgeable about the area and its history. They keep the tour interesting by telling stories about different people buried at Arlington. Last time I came here we walked-never again! The ride saves your legs on the hills! Well worth it!

A great way to see the entire cemetery

Amanda_A, Aug 2023

This trolly tour was excellent. The ride was smooth and the guide was engaging. Definitely consider the trolly if visiting as the cemetery is vast.

Good Tour

Kris_E, Aug 2023

There was a storm that damaged part of the cemetery so we had an abbreviated tour. The tour directors were knowledgeable. The grounds are beautiful. I wish the Iwo Jima statue was part of the tour. It’s far to walk and is a must see for everyone. It is truly breathtaking.

I had no experience...

Colleen_W, Aug 2023

I had no experience because Arlington Cemetery was closed on August 1, 2023 due to a storm the previous weekend. Please inform me how to apply for a refund.

More stop’s need

richard_b, Aug 2023

The stops were ok, I would like to have had more of the stops to see other & all parts of the cemetery. You missed the shuttle crews.

What a shame!

Joseph_K, Aug 2023

Bought tickets, showed up and was very rudely told they were closed today. Parking lot attendant or whatever they were swarmed the Uber we took and began yelling at the driver. When we got out they were saying, "you need to leave", "should of checked on line" (we bought tickets from the Arlington website the day before. What a shame these buffoons are the 1st thing you encounter when going to see such a sacred memorial.

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