Its a sobering thought when you visit Arlington see all the headstones and realize that war is futile but we must never forget those who gave their lives for us. It is a peaceful place to walk round. There are some wonderful lifelike full size statues.

If you live in the Washington DC area or our planning to visit. I highly recommend you plan a visit to Arlington National Cemetery. I personally have visited Arlington National Cemetery so many times since I was fifteen years of age. Every time I visit is just as powerful as the first time. I recommend visiting in the fall and spring time when it is less humid. I personally recommend taking the metro to the Arlington Metro Stop in Virginia. The Metro stop is literally beside the main entrance to Arlington National Cemetery. You can drive to Arlington National Cemetery and lots of signs directing you to the Cemetery. Note there is a parking garage located in the Cemetery. Be prepared to wear comfortable walking shoes. Give your self a full day to visit Arlington National Cemetery. You would do no justice to rush your visit to Arlington National Cemetery. I highly recommend visiting JFK’s Grave and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The changing of the guard is absolutely incredible . The soldiers are hand selected for this prestigious duty and come from the United States Army Third Infantry Old Guard. They are based out of FT Myer Virginia. Just be mindful that you are in a Cemetery and be very Respectful. When up at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier follow the directions of the Sgt. Of the Guard during the changing of the guard. Keep noise levels to a minimum. It really is an amazing place to visit and beyond powerful. Definitely visit the visitors center for all information and times of the changing of the guard.Be sure to bring a camera. The views of Washington are breathtaking from the Cemetery. Enjoy your visit!

This place is massive and just goes to show you the impact war has on our country. Respectful views and walks through this area as well as a lot of history. A decent amount of walking if you want to view by foot but also offered trolly/shuttle services.

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the Changing of the Guard Ceremony is a very spiritual experience. There is such a reverent spirit present as the lives of all of the fallen American soldiers lives are honored. It has made me appreciate their sacrifice so much more and made it more real to me. If you are in Virginia or DC, do not miss this.

Major love and respect for our Nations Veterans. We loved spending our time at Arlington and paying our respects and offer the following prayer.. Dear Lord, Today we honor our veterans, worthy men and women who gave their best when they were called upon to serve and protect their country. ... We respect them, we thank them, we honor them, we are proud of them. We pray that you will watch over these special people and bless them with peace and happiness. May the Lord Bless them all.

Beautiful historical cemetery! Very clean and well maintained.Open 365 days a year.There’s no admission fee for those who come to tour and pay their respects.They offer a couple of tours around this historical place.You can watch a ceremony and guard change by the tomb of the unknown soldier and visit J.F. Kennedy’s grave.

A beautiful place where Americas chosen are laid to rest. The feeling and spirit felt here will remind you of why America is what she is today. Several places within Arlington National Cemetery are noteworthy and should be visited as well, President JFKs Eternal Flame and the Tomb of the Unknowns. God Bless America!

The cost of freedom... take it in. The grounds are beautiful, the sheer size and numbers of men and women, and their children, so impressive. The monuments very understated, far more so than the vibrant lives sacrificed to keep home and liberty safe.

This is supposed to be a somber, memorable experience. For every kind, caring staff member we encountered, there were 3 that all but assaulted us for walking down the wrong path or just to remind us to keep our masks on and stay 6 feet apart at all times (even though we were abiding those rules). It just felt like we were being harassed the entire time. Much better experience and much better maintained at the Luxembourg American Military Cemetary. Embarassing, considering thats not even in our country. I only gave 3 stars out of respect for those buried there and the few staff members that were kind.

Absolutely Beautiful Tribute to our Brave Service Men and Women ..Thank You for your Service to America

Powerful. Somber. Peaceful. Inspiring. Spend some time walking these beautiful rolling hills. Settle in at the tomb of the unknown soldier and honor his memory and service. Admire the dedication of those chosen to protect his final resting spot.

Hollowed ground. You cannot be thankful to be an American after walking these grounds, which is the final resting place for many soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice while fighting for the freedom we enjoy today.

It is a magnificent Cemetery. It is a a magnificent place... very respectful to Our Heroes who have served for our country . an honor to have my father and mother buried there.There are many presidents and honorable Americans. It quite a place to see. Its definitely should not be missed.

The amount of headstone as far as the eyes can see is staggering. The bus ride through the Arlington cemetery is worth the ride; lots of great information about the cemetery. You must stop here if you come to Washington DC.

This is a must visit on your DC Circuit. The change of guard at the tomb of unknown soldier, Kennedy Memorial and the USMC Memorial are mandatory stops.Carry water and mosquito repellent. A good hat is a must given soaring temperatures.You can easily spend a day here

Arlington was truly impressive and humbling as well. It’s well worth the stop. I would strongly suggest paying for the trolley tour. It’s Over a much larger area than most realize and the information they provide, including the ride and the ease of location with them is worth the money.

The cemetery is beautiful and the museum is full of information. I highly recommend taking the tour! If you are disabled, you and a companion can take the tour for free. The shuttle has a place in the front with a ramp for those in wheelchairs. We had an excellent tour guide each time we were on the shuttle who gave us information along the way. We also enjoyed talking to Curtis and getting some extra history! He was one of the people at the shuttle stops! We stopped at the John F. Kennedy eternal flame and the tomb of the unknown soldier. The whole experience was emotional and educational! We definitely want to come back with our children and grandchild.

What a fantastic rewarding experience! The Guards of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier are Amazing! It was such an honor to visit this special place!

A very powerful experience, so many important people have been buried in this massive cemetery. A perfect tribute to the brave veterans that have served our country. They have 20-30 funerals a week and we got to see a flyover as they buried a important general. Watching the changing of the guard was fantastic, they are so perfect in the way they march and their uniform pace, I had the neat experience to talk to a female guard that is 1 of 9 females ever to guard the grave of the fallen soldier. Such a neat experience and an honor.

Astounding beauty, profound sadness, and the utmost respect.Arlington is a destination that all Patriots should attend at least once in a lifetime and honor those that gave all.I would highly recommend the guided, tram tour...as there is so much to experience spread out over fairly large area. There are also a lot of elevation changes...so if you choose to walk, be prepared for a lot of hills.Thank you.

Such a humbling experience! Beautiful grounds. The tour around is great and gives a lot of information. The changing of the guard was good to see. It is a tranquil place where you can feel such gratitude for those that laid their lives down in service of complete strangers. I definitely recommend visiting if you are at all in the area.

I went to Arlington to pay my respects, which I did. However, to look out over an ocean of gravestones is incredibly impactful. Knowing the vastness of the place is actually only a representation of all those who have died for our country is sobering. The Visitor Center has several excellent displays and it is a good way to ready your mind before walking the cemetery. If anyone ever needs a reminder of the cost of war, Arlington, like Gettysburg and so many other historical cemeteries and battlefield sites, teaches that lesson with few words. The changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier happens on the hour and the location is a fifteen minute walk from the Visitor Center. There is a peaceful solace throughout the immaculate and beautiful grounds. With the Washington Monument and other landmarks rising in the backdrop, it occurred to me our bravest, even in death, serve as a reminder to those running our country of consequences of their decisions and actions.

Very beautiful and peaceful place. My great grandfather is buried at Arlington National. I attended my grandfather and grandmothers burial here. They were both sad and proud moments. Everyone was so professional and respectful. It was really an honor. The band played despite the cold, the groundskeepers even stopped their work as the funeral procession passed. Everyone who works and volunteers at Arlington National Cemetery deserves so much thanks for their great service. There are so many markers. Visiting here is a very sobering experience that gives me so much respect for our troops!

Powerfully impressive. You have to come here at least once in your life. Spend two days as it is huge and there is plenty to see. All sorts of monuments and memorials.

Arlington is one of the most humbling places to visit. It is beautiful in any weather, at any time of year. The major historical sites are easily walkable, so the shuttle is not a necessary expense. The changing of the guards is a must see.

Walking through the paths, looking around at the endless graves is a depressing reminder of the sacrifices that hundreds of thousands of people have made for the US. Walk in silence and contemplation. Read the names and information on the graves. Remember what these people did for us.

Great experience. Go if you havent been. Plan before you go on which sites in Arlington Cemetary you want to visit. Wear comfortable shoes with all the walking. Grave registry is at the visitor center. Plan on spending 3-4 hours for a wholesome experience!

Another one of my must-see spots for my students on our tour. The changing of the guard will make you proud to be an American. It is awesome to see the dedication and commitment these soldiers display to guard the tomb. I highly recommend making a stop here on your D.C. visit.

While not a eatery which is typical of my reviews, Arlington is a must see stop. The trolley host provides some helpful information that you might otherwise not have heard. One of our trolley guides was pretty dry and dull but overall we did not care. They all still gave us info that was beneficial. Some of the views are exceptional and the changing of the guards was impressive, as is their dedication.

God bless all those that served our country

It is extraordinary to be so close to many men who had pivotal roles in the history of our country. They became far more real to me as people when I stood beside their final resting place.

Hard to believe a cemetery as an attraction but given the history and the people buried here it makes sense. Maybe takes half a day if you skip lesser know things. But its not a fun thing to do as more of solemn thing to do and to honor the men and women of our armed services.

Very humbling experience. Walking through the paths and looking at the endless graves was a reminder of the sacrifices that thousands and thousands of soldiers have made for the U.S.It is the perfect sacred place to show respect to those who have served and fallen.The facility and grounds are beautiful. The atmosphere was so calm, quiet, serene, peaceful.PS: wear comfortable shoes for walking.

Large and beautiful cemetery. It is worth visiting if in DC. Famous graves of john f Kennedy and generals of the us army are here. Take the tram tour around the cemetery to be able to see all of the areas.

Arlington National Cemetery is both awe inspiring and surreal at the same. If going through the cemetery does not give you a renewed sense of patriotism, then there is something wrong with you!Be sure to check it JFKs tomb as well as the tomb of the unknown soldier - be sure to see the changing of the guard!God bless our troops and all that have lost their lives ensuring our freedoms!

There are guided tours. Then there are helpful brochures. You can choose to go on a tour or just help yourself. The historic cemetery is pretty walkable for the most part. In fact, you would enjoy walking around and discovering things for yourself better than being on the tour.In either case, Google or Google Map yourself a list of little monuments and memorials inside the Arlington Cemetery. Plenty to see. Try not to go there in the evening. Go there during the day with plenty of time to walk through history and learn about it!

You can feel the presence of the soldiers in the mysteries going on in this place this is a bucket list place it’s an honor to go there go USA

What a beautiful Cemetery.The week prior to Memorial day we rode our motorcycle across country to Arlington National Cemetery and the Vietnam Memorial Wall.The trip was pretty tough at points due to storms but it was worth it in the end.I carried with me a write up about a soldier who is still Missing in action during the Vietnam War.We were allowed to ride our motorcycles into the cemetery to pay our respects.We also got to see the tomb of the Unknown Soldier and also my Great Uncle who is buried there and earned the Purple Heart during World War 2.A huge honor to be able to see our National Cemetery and pay respects to those who served.

It’s a peaceful, and well done memorial to those who have served, and fallen. It’s a great walk, and very scenic.

Everyone should go never dissapointed.

Great experience, alot of walking but plenty of your buses.

One of the most solemn places I know. We go every year to pay our respects and view with amazement.

Way Too much to share cause I would be typing all night. In my opinion to take it ALL in you definitely need more than 1 day. It was about 5 years ago on a church group trip when I first visited. Last year I went again and this time it was for the funeral of a friend of mine who is a retired Colonel. This in itself was an experience all by itself. Even if you are not attending the funeral of someone, if you can still manage to get close enough to just observe a funeral from a distance it would most definitely be one to remember. It is a most sacred, impressive and extremely well deserved final honor/tribute for any individual who has given their life for our great nation. In addition to the late President JFK there are many other famous people buried there. You can Google to find out who some of those are. Also do not forget to visit The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier when you visit. I know I will at some point make another trip to the DC area and while close by will absolutely make another visit to Arlington National Cemetary.

Truly awe inspiring, God bless those wonderful and inspiring people.. amen

Unimaginable and speechless. This hallowed ground is definitely worth paying your respects to the moms, dads, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters who gave thier lives for the freedoms Americans enjoy. I shed a tear while visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Changing of the guard and a wreath. Taps was played and it all fell into place.

One of the most exciting places I have been able to visit in my entire life

Absolutely powerful... I never really understood the concept of how many lives had to be lost for our country.. after visiting here... I understand it.. Extremely powerful and moving.. with beautiful weather this is the perfect attraction to visit. You can take the bus(with a small fee) or you can freely walk the cemetery. The changing of the guard is absolutely incredible if you get the chance to see it.

Amazing place! 100% worth the visit.Do a walking tour here

No disrespect meant to anyone, but things have changed drastically since I was at Arlington 10 years ago. Back then you could drive over the bridge, into the cemetery and go pretty much anywhere you wanted.This week, I discovered that visitors must now park, go through security through a developing visitor center. Visitors now have two options. One, you walk. Two, pay $15 /person for a tour shuttle.My reaction is that the hallowed ground of Arlington is now a money maker and in the process has lost some of its sacredness or cheapened it in a way. If it were a free shuttle and I was asked to donate, I would have no problem with that.Most visitors walking were were heading to or from the Tomb of the Unknowns. A fifteen minutes walk at least, mostly uphill, but not steep.I would give one star to the running of the operation. Five stars to the Old Guard and those who maintain the grounds.Thanks to those served.

What can I say. Hollow Grounds. Please be respectful. So many loss lives.Please hit “Like” if this was helpful. Thanks.

A cemetery of historic value.

As a foreign traveler visiting Washington DC I had the chance to go into Arlington cemetery, and I must say I pretty much enjoy my time there, not only is a beautiful place, and a landmark of DC, but you can also feel the importance of it and feel proud and respectful for being ther, feel the history and the names which the country was built on. Recommended 100%

Definitely a place that you can not miss in your DC visit. Sintes a pound of incredible respect

Must see place when you are in DC, specially tomb of unknown soldierit is a United States military cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. It is huge spread up in 600+ acres. it was built to bury the dead of the nations conflicts beginning with the Civil War, WWI and II, Vietnam, Korean War. there are over 400K+ soldiers buried here. The Kennedy gravesite is the final resting place not only of the former president, but also his wife Jackie Kennedy. there is the eternal flame that was first lit by his wife still burns at their gravesite.most known place in the cemetery is the tomb of the unknown soldier which is guarded 24x7 by the best, most qualified members of the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, also known as The Old Guard. You can watch The Changing of the Guard Ceremony every half hour of the day. you should not miss this when you are around. Complete silence is expected as they stand guard over a soldier that could not be identified.A welcome center has all the information for you and you can buy a ticket for a trolley here. gift center has a really good collection.fact - Every gravesite at Arlington National Cemetery has been photographed and documented.Parking is $2 per hour, I would suggest taking ticket and pay parking at the visitor center.

This place is one of America’s gems. It’s weird, it’s a cemetery that feels awesome. We had an amazing walk through with a walking tour. Which I highly recommend. The grounds are amazing and very well maintained. The staff was courteous and knowledgeable. The changing of the guard leaves you speechless.

I was humbled by the sacrifices of those who put their lives in danger for our safety. Over 400,000 lie in this sacred cemetery and there are many names you’ll certainly recognize. Kennedy and Marshal and countless 4 and 5 Star generals. We took the bus tour since it was so cold outside, and it took us to the 5 most important stops in the cemetery. If you have the time and it’s nice outside, I’d suggest just walking.

Powerfully moving and beautiful - so grateful to all who have served.

Very impressive. Visit the cemetery by Metro: take the blue line to Arlington Cemetery. Leave the station and have a short walk to the entrance.You can discover the cemetery by yourself or in a guided tour. Or take a bustour.Must see: Changing of the Guards at Memorial Amphitheater every half/ full hour.Great Cemetery for Americas best.

Its an honor that my father was buried here on 1August 1989. And I am glad that this beautiful cemetery has restrictions on car usage and charges for the tours...An impeccable, historical cemetery needs funding and not massive cars going in and out.... massivcars

A treasured and hallowed ground for Americas finest.Please be respectful and quiet on the grounds. Do not neglect to stand in silence for the changing of the guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown (occurs every half hour on the half and the hour).There is a guided tour by car and you can walk around yourself.

With a trip if your are visiting the DC area. Be sure the Changing of the guards at the tomb of the unknown soldiers. Hopefully it will reopen soon.

It is breath taking to see all of the men and women for so many years who have fought and died for this great country. The cemetery is so big, that it take a long time to walk through the whole thing. It was about fifteen minutes in to get to the tomb of unknown soldier where there is a guard 24 hours a day, seven days a week protecting it. The passing of the guard is very interesting to see and has a lot of meaning.

Beautifully done. really puts in perspective how many people died for us

Prior to stopping in D.C. this Spring, we stopped here. We hiked over to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and watched the changing of the guard. We would have wondered about more but my wife made a bad decision on which paid of shoes to wear - wear comfortable shoes for walking!

An important site. Located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., in Arlington, Virginia. At 624 acres with 70 sections with approximately 400,000 graves. Contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, memorials to the Challenger and Columbia space shuttle crews, Arlington House, and the Arlington Memorial Amphitheater.

This place is hauntingly beautiful, I would recommend three things when visiting. First on the top of every hour the changing of the guards happens in the unknown solders section. It is a really cool ceremony. Second, JFK grave site is so beautiful, and the view is amazing from that spot. Third, all the grave sites for all the men and women who had their lives taken for the USA. There are rows and rows of them. Great place to spend a few hours, and help see some of that history come alive.

It was an honor for me to visit Arlington national cemetery what a wonderful place to learn about the history of the United States of America as a member of the United States Army it was a distinct honor to visit Arlington national cemetery and watch the change of the guard at the tomb of the unknown soldier, it was an honor for me to visit John F Kennedy’s grave, and many other American service members who sacrificed their lives for this country. This is a great place to bring your families and friends service members and veterans to learn about the United States of America, God bless America.Climb To Glory

A must-see in Washington. I recommend both random walk in the cemetery and visiting the major monuments (JFK grave, unknown soldier). The exchange of the guards at Unknown Soldier tomb was also impressive and worth waiting for.

Gorgeous place, not only to view but to walk. I went with my dad and my 10 and 5 year old and they both had a great time. My 10 year old loved the tomb of the unknown soldier, and my 5 year old loved walking along all the paths and the pretty views. Its definitely worth the visit.

My mom is buried on top of my dad in section 67 grave 1307. I love going to this beautiful place except on Memorial Days. Its a really nice sight on Memorial Day with all the people and the flags on our loved ones graves, but the traffic is hard to deal with. Especially with Rolling Thunder and all the other visitors. Dont get me wrong, the amount of bikes are an amazing sight and the loved ones are too. But I would rather visit mom and dads stone in a little more peaceful setting.

Extraordinarily maintained, these elegiac grounds are powerful, haunting, heartrending, and beautiful. Kind and considerate staff are welcoming and helpful, and the tour guides are knowledgable and possess a versatile spread of facts and stories to enrich the experience. I was fortunate enough to see a ceremony whereby an elderly WWII vet presented a wreath for the honor guard to lay at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and it was a touching moment for all present. Parking is readily available on site, with options to pay at tours end by card at the exit gates or inside the visitors center by cash. Its well worth a stop and a few hours spent to remember heroes known and unknown. A remarkable place.

Awe inspiring place. So glad I made it to see my brothers, fathers.

Beautiful place. From the outside, you cant get the true feeling of this site. Please, please go in..

Washington D.C. has its fair share of impressive attractions and things to see while spending time in the city. One of the memorable places to spend time is the Arlington National Cemetery, which is just across the Potomac River from the National Mall.As part of your visit, you should first stop by the Visitor Centre where you can pick up maps of the Cemetery grounds and talk to rangers who will happily show you were notable grave sites are located as well as help you identify others that you may be interested in locating.At the Visitor Centre, you can also sign up for Hop-on, hop-off shuttle tours (US$12 per adult) which takes you to important drop off points within the Cemetery grounds. Otherwise, you are free to explore by foot.Important stops include the Women in Military Service for America Memorial, JFK Grave Site and Eternal Flame, Arlington House - Robert E. Lee Memorial, Memorial Amphitheater and the Tomb of the Unknowns, where you can watch a most impressive Changing of the Guards Ceremony.Note: If you visit during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, you will find small U.S. flags placed in front of every gravestone in the cemetery. This is a touching tribute to those who served the U.S. Armed Forces who are buried at the Arlington National Cemetery.Overall, this is an impressive cemetery ground with some very nice attractions to see. Give yourself 2-3 hours minimum to make your way around visiting the famous sights here.

Overwhelming. A somber place, and dare I say a sacred place. I have not served, but having family members who do, it takes on a greater significance. It can be difficult to truly appreciate the sacrifice of these men and women as throngs of people scurry by on foot or tram so they can see the sights.This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave. - Elmer Davis

Wow, what an incredible place. I’ve read and heard of this memorial before but was completely blown away with its beauty, its sense of peace and incredible layout. It truly tells an amazing story of America and really stands for something unspoken. Such an incredible experience. Watching the changing of the guitars on the hour is highly recommends. So professional and precise, truly a wonderful experience.

Walking along this beautifully kept cemetery is both amazing and emotional. I highly recommend taking a trip out here if you are in the DC area.

Just walking around and observing Arlington National Cemetery was one of the best things I have ever done in my life. It was an emotional moment for me and I got to learn so much history that day. I personally got to saw the changing of the guard for the tomb of the unknown solider at Arlington which was a very cool moment. It was hard to be silent for two hours but it was worth it to honor our veterans who have sacrificed so much for this great country. Every one should come to Arlington at least once it is a great experience and will change and impact your life in a good way.

You must see and honor our fallen soldiers. Changing of the guard was amazing

Beautiful, and rightfully lives up to being the largest, most famous military cemetery. Try and catch the meticulously elaborate “changing of the guards” ritual at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and climb up the hill to the Kennedys’ memorials. The dedication of honoring all the unidentified fallen soldiers is put into perspective once you learn that the tomb has been guarded at every minute of every hour, since 1937.

Have to wear a mask at all times. Tried to take a picture at the Memorial Amphitheatre and got yelled at very rudely by a very rude employee to put it back in on... 2 people taking a selfie..

Overwhelming experience to be in the final resting place of heroes big (famous general officers) and small (grunts from all branches). It also has the single best view of Washington D.C. from the west.If you are a Civil War fan, this is a must visit due to the number of famous graves (Sheridan, Gibbon) and statues (Kearny).

What a great honor it is to visit this beautiful place. The grounds are impeccable kept. Headstones as far as the eye can see. So much history to learn in this beautiful place.

This is the place that we shall honor those who sacrificed their lives to all Americans. Peaceful place to demonstrate the appreciation for those who served the USA.If you are not willing to walk for a long distance, I recommend to take the tram and the main entrance... Tram takes 5 stops and full ride takes about 40 minutes.

The most important place in the country

Beautiful scenery and a powerful impact remembering all the people that have died for this country

Just a quiet place in honor of people who served one way or another their country

If youre an American, please visit this auspicious place. Words can not describe the quiet beauty and tremendous legacy of honor and sacrifice borne by the fallen who lie here. Veterans Day and Memorial Day are especially moving times, but anytime will be well worth.the visit.

A must visit if visiting Washington DC. This is the most beautiful cemetery Ive ever been to. Arlington National Cemetery is a very solemn place to visit to pay respect for those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

Well worth a visit if even if you dont like it, it will give you perspective and understanding of tradition and sacrifice. Even if you have no connection with the military it is a place for contemplation and reflection. If it is your first visit then take the tour to get an understanding and an overview. Be respectful and show understanding for the sacrifice they have done, it is a good final resting place.

Everyone should visit Arlington National Cemetery while in DC. It was overwhelmingly moving. It had a reverence and respect that was powerful. It was our first stop and set the tone for our visit. I am grateful and proud to be an American and for the ones that paid the price for our freedom. The grounds were pristine. The staff was pleasant and helpful.

A peaceful, clean and green place.

I visit there yesterday.security and staff are everywhere so you can ask if you couldnt fined place.place is so clean and has bus.You can bring stroller but better to dont bring.

A really vast cemetery, do not underastimate its size.After exiting the visitors centre, walk up to JFK tomb (buried next to Jaqueline).Carry on a lot further to the tomb if the unknown soldier where you might see the guard. This is quite a distance and its recommended you take the shuttle.

From Smithsonian Station, I rode the metros blue line to Arlington to shoot some pics. I got some lovely shots of JFK’s eternal flame, Bobby Kennedy’s little cross, President Taft’s grave, and the final resting place of DC architect, Pierre L’Enfant. The land on which the cemetery now exists has a bit of a storied past, being initially purchased in 1778 by George Washington’s stepson, John Parke Custis. It then passed to John’s son, George, who built a house there in 1802, and then to George’s daughter, Mary, who married Robert E. Lee, the man who would go on to lead the Confederate army during the American Civil War. The decision to convert the land into a cemetery for thousands of Union dead was intended (at least partly) as a slap in the face to Lee, who had been branded a traitor to his country. The first officers buried at Arlington lined the garden next to the house. These days, the headstones of dead soldiers pepper the landscape about as far as one can see.

Arlington Cemetery is such a beautiful place where its more than just a Cemetery. Theres countless peices of History throughout the grounds that mean different things to each other. We have Family thats resting there and proud to share these grounds.

Nice place to visit in Washington DC, good way to remember the past and be thankful and respectful to the one who died for our freedom.

The nations most sacred place , spend a whole day to do full justice to this excellent sacred hallows

It was something you just need to see in person. Incredible history, reverence and respect. The staff are friendly and helpful.

This was far more elaborate and larger than I ever imagined. So much history at the Arlington National Cemetery. You could spend am entire day here and still miss a lot. It was a great honor to have the opportunity to visit this place.