Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour Vigilance Tours

Experience an interactive and personalized tour of Arlington National Cemetery with Vigilance Tours. Led by a retired Lt Col, this tour goes beyond facts and figures to explore the stories and significance behind them.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Military Women’s Memorial - The leading memorial and education center honoring the commitment, contributions and experiences of Servicewoman.
  • John F. Kennedy Grave Site - The gravesite of the 35th President of the United States
  • Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial - A place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of…
What's Included
  • All fees and taxes included
Additional Information

Vigilance Tours stands out from other tour experiences.
With 25 years of expertise in Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and Washington, DC, Eric Hommel (Lt Col, USAF, retired) is the sole Cemetery guide who delves into the narratives behind the facts and figures.
The tour is engaging and interactive. By getting to know the…

Location
1 Memorial Ave
Memorial Avenue
All tours meet at the MILITARY WOMAN'S MEMORIAL located inside Arlington National Cemetery - 200 yards west of the Arlington National Cemetery Visitor Center.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Vanessa_c
Jan 16, 2026
Fantastic experience - EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE. This tour was one of the very best we have experienced.  Eric is a brilliant and engaging historical story teller. We learnt so much not only about the Arlington National Cemetery and military snippets but also about the connections, relationships and stories of many significant individuals. Eric's military background provided a wealth of information and experiences which he shared to give a truly authentic tour. 
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Jillene_w
Oct 24, 2025
The best tour in DC!! You... - The best tour in DC!! You cannot miss an opportunity to see Arlington with Eric - you will never forget it. He gives you an unprecedented look at the history and stories associated with Arlington. Absolutely wonderful experience!
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Jeffrey_s
Oct 16, 2025
Top Notch Tour - We got way more than we ever expected from our time spent with Eric at Arlington. He imparted so much information that we would never have discovered on our own. Eric has an unparalleled background giving him a profound ability to share stories and facts about many aspects of the cemetery and the people laid to rest there. His engaging personality and desire to please us as to what we were wanting to experience from the tour made this a highlight of our time spent out East. We can't recommend this tour highly enough. If there was a 10 star rating, it would be a 10.
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Tom_l
Oct 6, 2025
Veteran led tour of Arlington Cemetery - Exceptional, 5 stars. Eric was a wealth of knowledge, friendly and patient. This was not a timed tour. He gave us far more time that we expected... and it was well worth. Do not visit Arlington Cemetery without Eric. You won't be disappointed.
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Kim_s
Oct 4, 2025
Informational, Emotional - This was so informative! I’m no a history buff, I learned so much about people that died for my freedom. Emotional. Everyone should go! Our 3 1/2 hour tour was 5 hours! Perfect. He loves his job. Sharing with passion. Worth every penny, so glad we didn’t go on our own.
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Nora_o
Sep 29, 2025
Exceptional & Excellent - Eric is the best tour guide ever! So knowledgeable about Arlington Cemetery and the history behind it! Highly recommend!!!
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Crissy_b
Sep 28, 2025
The absolute best... - The absolute best experience!!! Eric was amazing, so knowledgeable, patient and kind. It was our favorite tour while in DC and would highly recommend it. Thank you Eric for your service to our Country and sharing your knowledge and experience with us!
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Cel3
Aug 26, 2025
Eric is the ultimate Arlington tour guide - Eric Hommel, the tour guide, is amazing. He has a wealth of information and experience from his time in the military and in D.C. I highly recommend reading his book, "The Losing Game", prior to the tour. If you read it, you will really appreciate him and what he's been through.
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Linda_l
Aug 23, 2025
Veteran Led Tour - We had the privilege of touring Arlington National Cemetery with Eric Hommel, a retired Lieutenant Colonel, and it was absolutely outstanding. I arranged this private tour for my husband, who is a history enthusiast, and it exceeded every expectation. Eric is incredibly knowledgeable and an exceptional storyteller—he weaves history, personal experience, and fascinating facts together in a way that brings the cemetery to life. Throughout the tour, we found ourselves laughing, learning, and even tearing up at times. His passion and respect for the history and the heroes resting there was deeply moving and contagious. The small group setting made it feel intimate and personal, giving us the chance to ask questions and soak in every detail. We left not only more informed but also profoundly touched. We are so grateful for this unforgettable experience. If you have the opportunity to take a tour with Eric, do not hesitate you will walk away with your heart full and your mind inspired.
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Johnwe1434cd
Aug 18, 2025
Highly recommended - the best tour of Arlington National Cemetery - Veteran-led - This tour of Arlington National Cemetery was perfect, and Eric was a superb guide, who made the experience very educational and due to his vast experience (military veteran serving overseas and Stateside, prior vast experience at Arlington Cemetery, and his great teaching and interpersonal skills), and impressive knowledge, my family and I really enjoyed the wonderful tour and learned so much. This has got to be one of the best tours in the world, so sign up and go, you will be amazed how thorough and informative and friendly the guide Eric is.
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From $54
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).