Arlington Cemetery & Smithsonian National Museum of American History Guided Tour

This five-hour tour offers an enriching experience for those who want to learn more about America's history and heritage. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll tour two of the capital's most important sites in a small group of up to eight people, ensuring a more personalised experience.

The tour begins at Arlington National Cemetery, a place of profound significance where more than 400,000 soldiers, veterans and historical figures are laid to rest. During a two-hour walking tour, you'll discover iconic graves such as President John F. Kennedy, Private Audie Murphy and the famous boxer Joe Louis.

You will also visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where, schedule permitting, you can witness the solemn changing of the guard ceremony. In addition, you will pay tribute to the victims of the space shuttles Columbia and Challenger, learning more about the modern memorials in the cemetery.

After a lunch break (own expense), the tour continues at the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History, where a two-hour guided tour will take you through some of the country's most fascinating exhibits. Here, you'll have the chance to see iconic artefacts such as the Star-Spangled Banner, the original flag that inspired the national anthem, and the gunboat Philadelphia, an 18th-century warship.

From the history of transportation and science to the evolution of American ideals and military conflicts, this museum offers a comprehensive overview of America's history. With the help of your guide, you'll discover the museum's most important objects and understand their impact on the country's history.