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Vigilance Tours is unlike other tours
With 25 years of working knowledge of Arlington National Cemetery, the Pentagon, Congress, and DC – Eric Hommel (Lt Col, USAF (retired)) is the only Cemetery guide who goes beyond the facts and figures and discusses the stories behind the facts and figures
The tour is interactive – by getting to know you, Eric strives to make the tour meaningful while maintaining the reverence of Arlington National Cemetery
In order to get to know each other, we limit the size of the tour group to a max of 12 visitors
No subject is totally off limits – Eric is happy to discuss most topics (history, politics, military decisions, treatment of veterans, etc.) defining those interred at Arlington National Cemetery
We will not rush you; the tour is scheduled for at least 3 hours, if you have less than 3 hours to visit the Cemetery we recommend shorter tours with other companies
Eric is the author of: THE LOSING GAME: HOW TO LOSE A WAR AND FAIL VETERANS (Amazon)
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
3 hour walking tour covering 3 miles
Small group tour not to exceed 12 guests
Not recommended for visitors unable to walk 3 miles in 3 hours
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
Veteran: Please bring a form of veteran identification to the tour.
All Fees and Taxes
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Marissa D,11 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Our tour started by meeting Eric, who was kind enough to bring along an umbrella because the day was rainy. The experience with him is something we could not have asked to be any better. He was knowledgeable. He cared deeply about the history and the people interred at Arlington. Our tour was supposed to end at noon - he asked us if we would like to keep going and we did not break until nearly 2 PM to ensure we covered all of the folks Eric wanted to introduce us to. Eric is very clearly a man with a very rich résumé himself and showed utmost reverence for those whose final resting place was at Arlington. The overarching theme of his tour was that “war is easy, peace is hard.” We could not have asked for a better tour guide for our first time through Arlington National Cemetery. Five stars.
Larry K,10 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Absolutely amazing experience!!! Eric was wonderful and his military experience and detailed knowledge of Arlington made this such a unique experience for our family. He was fabulous with our two children and answered all of their questions (of which they had many!) One of the best guided tours our family has ever been on. I highly recommend Eric as you will not be disappointed!
Nancy M,10 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
It was a beautiful afternoon to amble through this hallowed ground and learn from Eric all about its history. He has a wealth of knowledge that we could only touch the surface of in our three hours. He leads with the ideal combination of respect, factual reliability, experience, humor, empathy, and reverence. I feel like a better person for having taken this tour. More informed, certainly, but also more thankful to be an American.
Sharon B,1 thg 6, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
This tour with Eric was an amazing experience. I would highly recommend for so many reasons...his knowledge, his passion, the pacing of the tour, absolutely everything. It was the highlight of our short 4-day trip to DC. By the end of the tour, I felt like he was more than a tour guide but a true friend.
Ellen B,31 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
This is a not-to-be-missed tour for anyone visiting the DC area. I cannot properly express my gratitude to Eric for his thoughtful, insightful, respectful, and brilliant tour he shared with us. Three hours flew by. Thank you Eric, not only for your service to our Country, but also for providing us with such a moving experience.
Cecil T,24 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Exceptional Experience and best Arlington tour ever. Eric is an exceptional guide, as well as being a fellow veteran himself. His extreme knowledge and historical background gave us a truly unique experience . He allowed us to see and ask questions as we walked and we were never in a rush. He also engaged with my 16 year old which kept him engaged and not so bored. Eric found out while watching the changing of the guard at the tomb of the unknown soldier there was going to be a wreath laying ceremony afterword and positioned us so we were able to here and see all. Eric's military background and experiences which he was willing to share gave us truly authentic tour. I would recommend this tour to anyone going to Arlington wither it's your first visit or tenth visit.
Gerrie B,22 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Eric was an accomplished veteran with an awesome résumé. In fact, his story left me unbelievably awe stricken. His tour was phenomenal and I would recommend it to anyone. He was not only informative but he put emotion into his speech. He took his time touring us instead of rushing us through just to get the tour over with. It was beyond obvious that he was leading this tour because he wanted to and not because he had to. Thank you, Eric!!
John R,21 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
This was an amazing experience that our travel group (family and friends) will remember for a long time. The tour is a minimum of 3 hours, but we went about 4.5 hours and could easily have kept going, if not for the heat and our empty stomachs. Eric is super knowledgeable and shared a good deal of personal and insider information about Arlington and the military, which we all--especially the veterans in our group--got so much out of. He really tailored the experience for us, even walking us to Section 60 (a special request and not part of the tour) when he could have just let us go on our own, and pointing out additional highlights along the way. He was also really patient and considerate of our needs, pacing the tour to help manage with the heat and the amount of walking involved. Can't say enough about the whole experience, from the communication beforehand to the tour itself and even a nice follow-up text the next day. I've done other tours of Arlington, but this one can't be beat!
Eleni B,16 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
This tour was amazing! I usually cant get into historical topics but Eric made it so interesting! We walked 3 miles.
Caroline L,12 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
My teenage son and I went on this tour, and we both recommend it. This tour covers not only historical information about how Arlington became a Nat'l Cemetery, but also the fascinating connections of historical figures like George Washington, Robert E. Lee, Lincoln, and the Kennedy family, as well as Arlington's connection to D.C. and current military policies and burials at Arlington. The day we went, we were able to witness a wreath-laying ceremony and the changing of the guards at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The Guide for this tour has vast military experience and political knowledge. This combined with his deep respect for the fallen and interred at Arlington, and his care for the people he is guiding through the cemetery make this a top notch tour.
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