Arlington Cemetery Train Tour

Get to know one of the most important places in Washington in a comfortable way with this route on the Arlington National Cemetery tourist train. You'll have the flexibility to get on and off at any of its stops and take a leisurely stroll.

Routes & stops

The Arlington National Cemetery tourist train is one of the quickest ways to explore this historical landmark. Throughout its 7 stops, you'll visit key points in the cemetery. Managed by the Department of Defense, this cemetery holds the remains of service members and veterans who have died in U.S. conflicts, along with their families. The 45-minute tour allows you to hop on and off at each stop, ideal for exploring the rows of headstones at Arlington Cemetery.

During your visit, you can see Kennedy's resting place and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The train's driver provides important stories and anecdotes about the cemetery.

How does it work?

The ticket for the Arlington Cemetery sightseeing train is valid for 1 day. Regardless of the time of first use, the ticket is valid until the end of the day.

The tour lasts 45 minutes and includes 7 stops, allowing unlimited hops on and off as well as flexible stay durations.

Schedule & frequency

The Arlington Cemetery tourist train operates daily from 8:30 am to 4 pm, with trains running every half hour.