Arlington Cemetery & Smithsonian National Museum of American History Guided Tour

During this semi-private five-hour long tour you'll visit both the Arlington National Cemetery and the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.

You, and a maximum of seven other guests, can get the most out of your DC as you tour two important American locations with an enthusiastic guide.

Your visit to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History will get you up close with countless artifacts related to the early days of the US, including the original Star Spangled Banner and the gunboat Philadelphia. All things America are covered, from the country's ideals to transport, military history, and science.

At the Arlington National Cemetery, a sobering reminder of the realities of war, but a stunningly beautiful tribute – you'' visit the final resting place of more than 400,000 service members and their families.

This private guided walking tour takes you around the grounds that once belonged to General Robert E. Lee. You'll find out more about him, along with other important names who have been laid to rest here.

Your guide will give you more details about famous tombs such as those of President John F. Kennedy and soldier Audie Murphy. You'll also visit a few less known graves, like that of famed boxer Joe Louis.

Pay your respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, you might even have the chance to witness a Changing of the Guard ceremony. Before you leave, see the more modern memorials to the victims of the space shuttles Columbia and Challenger while walking these hallowed grounds.