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Tomb of the Unknowns

Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201
703-228-3988
Ranked #1 of 23 attractions in Arlington
5.0 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Guarded around the clock by the Army's 3rd infantry, this memorial in Arlington National Cemetery honors unidentified American soldiers from the two...... more » Owner description: Guarded around the clock by the Army's 3rd infantry, this memorial in Arlington National Cemetery honors unidentified American soldiers from the two World Wars and the Korean War. « less
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Wyoming
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

A must attend in DC. Get there early to get on the front row or up top on the balcony. More

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Manassas Park, Virginia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Truly a once in a lifetime event that you must see. Visitors will experience the military tradition at its best. More

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Ashburn,
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

You should definitely come see the tomb while visiting Arlington Cemetery. Very quiet, nice view of the city, and chance to see the changing of the guard. More

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Tram tour was great for getting around, easy on, easy off, at your own pace! More

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Toronto, Canada
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

it was my second visit there and it gives one a great appreciation and respect for all our service men More

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Marion Center, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Amazing somber place. Actually watched wreaths being laid as well at the 10 AM hour. The changing took place at 10:15 instead of on the half hour as we expected. More

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Spokane, Washington
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

impressed with the changing of the guards. Part of the site wasn't open at the time we were there. Liked the accessibility from the Metro. More

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miami
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

i like the fact that they had a trolley that took you on tour because it would involved a lot of walking. More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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49 reviews 49 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

This is a very moving experience and downright mandatory for anyone who has ever served. More

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Newark, New Jersey
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

it is nice place and must visit while in arlington. it is so nice to see. I guess it is really appreciated to put up something for unknown, we recognize them without knowing them. it is really awesome concept More

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