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please remember that it is not only hallowed ground in which rest generations of American heroes but that it is also an active cemetery. Please conduct yourself accordingly. This is not a picnic
area nor a playground.
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Map Of Arlington National Cemetery
April
1 to September 30 = 8 AM to 7 PM
October
1 to March 31 = 8 AM to 5 PM
Visiting By Automobile:
The cemetery is located on the Virginia side of the Potomac River, just across the Memorial Bridge from Washington, D.C. The Memorial Bridge is located at the base of the Lincoln Memorial and near both the White House and the Washington Monument.
Private automobiles are not permitted in the cemetery except by special permission. An automobile pass may be requested at the Visitor Center if you are visiting the gravesite of a relative. Ample parking is available at a reasonable cost just adjacent to the Visitor Center.
When
driving to Arlington, you may access travel maps at the following link.
Once you enter Yahoo, select "Maps" and then "Driving Directions."
Then enter your origin point and in destination enter the Arlington National
Cemetery zip code, 22211.
Yahoo
Travel Maps
By Metro Train:
There is a Metro stop located just across Memorial Drive from the Visitor Center entrance to the cemetery.
By Tourmobile:
Tourmobile vehicles are the only commercial organization licensed to operate within the cemetery. Tourmobile stops are located throughout Washington, D.C. and at the rear of the Visitor Center. The Tourmobile makes scheduled stops at the John F. Kennedy gravesite and at the Memorial Amphitheater and Tomb of the Unknowns. There is a fee for the use of their service. Click here for more information on Tourmobile.
Changing of the Guard At the Tomb of the Unknowns:
Changing of the guard ceremonies are conducted at the Tomb of the Unknowns by members of the Third United States Infantry (The Old Guard) as indicated below:
April
1 to September 30: The guard is changed every thirty minutes.
October
1 to March 31: The guard is changed every hour, on the hour
It is also possible to schedule a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns. This is a solemn and beautiful ceremony and one that is also very popular. Therefore it is suggested that arrangements be made well in advance of your visit to the cemetery. For more information write to:
Public
Wreath Ceremonies
Arlington
National Cemetery
Arlington,
VA 22211
(703)
607-8559
The Visitor Center:
The Visitor Center is located just inside the Cemetery gates, on Memorial Drive and just across the Memorial Bridge from Washington, D.C., and contains a small gift shop and historical displays about the cemetery. Free maps are available and information about the location of specific gravesites is also available from the staff.
Cemetery Administrative Offices:
The administrative offices are located just to the rear of the Visitor Center.
Restrooms & Drinking Fountains:
Public facilities are available at the Visitor Center, the Custis-Lee Mansion (just above the John F. Kennedy gravesite) and at the Memorial Amphitheater.
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Updated: 30 January 2006 Updated: 23 August
2006 Updated: 22 December 2007
1999 Visitors: 115,425 2000 Visitors:
140,315
2001 Visitors: 210,791 2002 Visitors:
148,757
2003 Visitors: 409,212 2004 Visitors:
206,190
2005 Visitors: 239,566 2006 Visitors:
279,487
2007 Visitors: 149,007