Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a monument Arlington located in United States.

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Arlington National Cemetery (btw Memorial Dr & Roosevelt Dr, Section 48) Arlington , VA 22202 United States

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Chad Murray

The Tomb of the Unknowns is one of our nation's most hallowed and respectful places. Please remain standing and remove your hats out of respect for our nation's honored soldiers.

lino brescia™

Somber and you must catch the changing of the guards . Lots of walking. Bring water when its hot!

Jake Smith

If you position yourself correctly and at the time when the changing happens, you can get a glimpse of the room the soldiers wait in when they are off duty.

Jeremy Jacobowitz

You must stay for the changing of the guards . Not a sound by anyone. Everyone was quite and this includes infants. I will be back here again. This was definitely a highlight of my week.

Thomas Craenen

Make sure to see the changing of the guards , taking place every hour in winter and every half hour in summer.

Matt Rosenberg

Bring a camera and be prepared to be humbled beyond belief for The Changing of The Guard .

Dave Saltzer

Absolute must see. Changing every hour until april 1. Solemn and surreal experience that seen 6 times. No words can describe

David Pitts

Awesome experience and information inside the amphitheater . Remember to keep your mouth shut, or you'll get a quick reminder from the guard .

Laura Swift

A must see at Arlington. Make sure to stick around for the changing of the guard ceremony .

Edward Delfino

The changing of the guard can be seen every 30 minutes between 9 AM & 5 PM and is something that should not be missed.

Rachel

Very moving. Watch the changing of the guards every 1/2 hour. An important piece of America's history.

Henry Rodriquez

A truly awe inspiring event . If you make it to DC it is a must see.

Kenny Liao

Please, for the sake of the fallen soldiers, turn off the ringer on your cell phones. It's so inconsiderate when your phone rings during the ceremony.

Christopher Rehling

Stand on the south side of the steps for the best view of the inspection ceremony. That is the side where restrooms are located as well .

Kip

Change of guard on the hour. Also can get a chance to see a new wreath laid at the tomb.

Christine Aisenberg

One of the most humbling experiences you can have or imagine. God Bless the Unknowns.

Tricia Harnish

Watch the changing of the guards at least once I your life.

Dione D

Wonderful ceremony. Silence your kids, your cell phones, and your camera shutter sounds, and enjoy the proceedings.

Sam Odle

The cemetery closes at 5 but you can stay till 5 to see the final changing of the guard

The White House

President Obama and Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki participated in a wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns. Read more

Harjit

Changing of The Guard ceremony is held every 30 minutes in the summer. Otherwise, it's at every hour.

Becky Bottrill

Happy I got the chance to experience this. It should be a requirement as an American to come here!

Brett Garwood

Very. Emotional place. Silence and respect .

Monica Velez-Albarracin

It's a MUST SEE!

Richard Revilla

Make sure to be there for the changing of the guard .

Harjit

Changing of the Guard happens every 30 minutes in the summer time.

Vera Medici

The Changing of the Guard is every half an hour from 0800 - 1700; starting April 1st, Arlington is open til 1900, last Guard change 1900

Mike Barker

It is the best place in DC

Joann Tyree

Total silence and respect is expected and well deserved!

Kevin Ohlson

Humbling and dignified experience

VAMPIRE

Spectacular

Santi Caamaño

Wait for the change of guards ... it's unforgettable.

Kyle Staggers

the change is on the hour every hour during the winter

Melissa Michaud Nishan

Changing of the guard .

Nate Hines

Show the utmost respect for this place of honor.

William Thorne

the changing of the guards

Luis Zambrano

There's restrooms

Daniel Mujica

Majestuoso y simbología. Respeto

Lore Méndez

En memoria a todos los soldados caídos en combate.

Giovanni Corredor

No se pueden perder el cambio de guardia

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