Overview

2.5 hrs walking tour | Daily

Duration: 2.5 hours
Cancellation Summary: You'll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance of your tour.
Meeting Point: Meet by the entry gates of the Arlington Cemetery Welcome Center - Https://maps.app.goo.gl/spMnzVQpooKDJuAU9
Max Age: 99
Group Size: Maximum 12 people
Accessibility: Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Pricing: .
Description: A place of solemn reflection and national remembrance, Arlington National Cemetery is the final resting place of over 400,000 service members and their families. Once the estate of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, these hallowed grounds now stand as a tribute to those who served. On this semi-private guided walking tour (limited to 12 guests), explore the cemetery’s most significant sites with an expert guide who will share the stories behind its most famous and lesser-known figures.

Visit the graves of President John F. Kennedy, decorated WWII hero Audie Murphy, and military genius General William Sheridan. Pay your respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony. Along the way, we'll discover a few lesser known graves, including legendary boxer Joe Louis. Your tour will also take you to the Columbia and Challenger Space Shuttle Memorials, honoring those lost in the pursuit of exploration.

Whether you're drawn by history, heroism, or a desire to pay tribute, this tour offers a moving and insightful journey through one of America’s most sacred sites.
What is Included: • SEMI-PRIVATE WALKING TOUR

• SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 12 GUESTS MAXIMUM

• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE

• DURATION 2.5 HOURS

• TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE
What is not Included: • Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)

• Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)

• Temporary exhibitions NOT included

• Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Itinerary: A 2.5 hour tour of the Arlington Cemetery with one of our expert guides.
Arlington, VA
Highlights: Highlights Generally Include (Subject to availability and site access):

• President John F. Kennedy’s Gravesite
  Pay tribute at the final resting place of John F. Kennedy, marked by the Eternal Flame.

• Tomb of the Unknown Soldier & Changing of the Guard
  Witness the solemn precision of the Changing of the Guard at this powerful memorial honoring unidentified fallen soldiers.

• Audie Murphy’s Gravesite
  Visit the resting place of America’s most decorated WWII soldier, whose bravery on the battlefield made him a legend.

• The Space Shuttle Memorials
  Reflect at the memorials dedicated to the Challenger and Columbia astronauts, honoring those lost in the pursuit of space exploration.
  Check in Details: • It is imperative that you provide us with guest's MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)

• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.

• Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour for any URGENT matters please reply to their message.
Their contact details are also sent to your email by the morning of your tour.

Babylon Tours
Phone / Text 0019179990380
Web: www.babylontours.com
Mail: babylontoursinfo@gmail.com
What to Bring: • Please bring a photo ID or at least a copy/image of your passport.
• Recommended Attire: Comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Special Requirements: Children under a 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Restrictions: • Not wheelchair accessible
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• No large bags or suitcases; the tour involves outdoor stairs and steep and uneven pathways.
Disclaimers: The tour may enter religious buildings and takes place on hallowed ground; appropriate behavior and decorum is required at all times.

The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.

No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
Faqs: What time should I arrive for my tour?
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

How will I recognize my guide?
- Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.

Are tickets included in the price?
- Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.

When will I receive my guide’s contact information?
- Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see the email in your inbox.

Are you Viator?
- No, Viator is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!

Can I reschedule my tour?
- Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform like Viator or GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.

What do I do if I’m running late?
- Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.

What do I do if I have a medical issue and can’t attend the tour?
- Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour’s start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

What do I do if my transport is canceled and I can’t attend the tour?
- Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour’s start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.

Can I get my tickets before the tour and meet the guide inside?
- No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!

Can I stay in the museum after the tour finishes?
- Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.

I don’t see my tickets in the email. How can I download them?
- Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide’s name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.

Will my walking tour run if the weather is bad?
- Yes, our tours run rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately. Tours will only be canceled in the event of a dangerous weather alert from local authorities.