For more than 30 years, Old Town Trolley Tours has been offering sightseeing tours in Washington DC that showcase the city's highlights. Jump on one of our trolleys and enjoy Transportainment®, a fun mix of transport and entertainment. Arlington National Cemetery stands as a lasting homage to those who have devoted their lives to upholding our nation's values. Discover the deep history of this national landmark while relaxing in our tour vehicles.
The greatest way to view the city is with an Old Town Trolley Tour. You can steer clear of expensive parking and city traffic because we cover the entire city. Additionally, the tour is made to allow you to get on and off at any moment and explore independently. This helps you avoid walking long distances because we pick you up frequently at all of our stops.
See our Union Station, the busiest tourist destination in Washington, DC, which has been a shopping mall and transportation terminal since 1908. On the east end of the mall, you can see the Capitol building, the Supreme Court, and the Library of Congress. See the Museum of Natural History, the National Gallery, and the Smithsonian.
Visit the Lincoln Memorial, FDR Memorial, and Jefferson Memorial to learn about some of the nation's most important presidents. Visit the Koshland Science Museum and the International Spy Museum. Remember to take a look at the big white structure located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Free Walking Tours with a Guide
With our self-guided and GPS-driven walking tours, you can explore Washington, D.C. at your own speed. Using your smartphone, take a tour of the famous Washington Mall, which is home to the Lincoln Memorial, or explore the historic White House loop. Discover the capital in a whole new way!
Arlington National Cemetery Tours
Arlington National Cemetery is an essential part of any trip to Washington, D.C. This historic monument, which is roughly four times the size of the National Mall and spans 639 acres of rolling hills and lovely gardens, provides an exclusive tour service for those who want to view the entire site in a reasonable length of time. The Welcome Centre is where daily tours start. Visitors can get on and off at several important areas of interest around a loop. Don't pass up the chance to take part in one of Washington, D.C.'s most educational and breathtaking tours.
*How to travel to Arlington National Cemetery: You will be picked up at the Lincoln Memorial stop by our red transfer shuttle, and you will be dropped off at the cemetery. From there, you will board one of our Arlington National Cemetery touring vehicles to take a tour of the grounds. At 9:30 am, the first shuttle from Arlington leaves the Lincoln Memorial. At 3:30 pm, the final shuttle departs from the Lincoln Memorial and heads to Arlington National Cemetery. At 3:45 p.m., the last shuttle departs Arlington National Cemetery for the Lincoln Memorial.
Arlington National Cemetery Entry
Every visitor from the US is required to present a picture ID issued by the state or government. Visitors 16 and 17 are permitted to show a legitimate school ID. Every foreign visitor is required to show a passport. We won't accept ID cards from other countries. We regret any inconvenience this may have caused. We have no control over these requirements or adjustments.
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*How to get to Arlington National Cemetery: Our red transfer shuttle will pick you up at the Lincoln Memorial stop and drop you off at the cemetery where you’ll then hop aboard our Arlington National Cemetery touring vehicles for your tour of the cemetery grounds. The first Arlington shuttle departs the Lincoln Memorial at 9:30 am. The last shuttle from the Lincoln Memorial to Arlington National Cemetery is at 3:30 pm. The last shuttle from Arlington National Cemetery to the Lincoln Memorial is at 3:45 pm.
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"Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Always ready to guide and assist passengers. Their positive attitude made the entire experience even more enjoyable and comfortable."
"Very convenient for travelers unfamiliar with the city. Clear stops and frequent buses made it easy to move around and explore without confusion or stress."
"Easy way to explore major attractions with flexible stops. However, bus frequency was irregular and some staff seemed unhelpful. Overall decent experience, but service consistency definitely needs improvement."
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