Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Tickets
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial
As of 12/31/21, TICKETS ARE NOT NEEDED. All buildings at Arlington House are open and free. Thank you for your patience as park rangers manage capacity and distancing manually.
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a place to explore the complexities of life in the mid 1800’s as America entered the Civil War over the cause of slavery. In April of 1861, Robert E. Lee signed his resignation from the Union Army and soon after joined the Confederacy to fight for Virginia’s secession, forever changing the course of his family’s legacy. It is also place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American History: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.
The National Park Service prohibits the following inside Arlington House, the museum, the North and South Slave Quarters, and the gift shop:
- Smoking
- Food and drink (except a small quantity of sealed food items)
- Strollers
- Bags larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches
- Animals (except service animals)
- Glass
- Weapons
- Ammunition
- Mace or aerosols
- Explosives or highly flammable substances
As of 12/31/21, TICKETS ARE NOT NEEDED. All buildings at Arlington House are open and free. Thank you for your patience as park rangers manage capacity and distancing manually.
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial is a place to explore the complexities of life in the mid 1800’s as America entered the Civil War over the cause of slavery. In April of 1861, Robert E. Lee signed his resignation from the Union Army and soon after joined the Confederacy to fight for Virginia’s secession, forever changing the course of his family’s legacy. It is also place of study and contemplation of the meaning of some of the most difficult aspects of American History: military service; sacrifice; citizenship; duty; loyalty; slavery and freedom.
The National Park Service prohibits the following inside Arlington House, the museum, the North and South Slave Quarters, and the gift shop:
- Smoking
- Food and drink (except a small quantity of sealed food items)
- Strollers
- Bags larger than 18 x 16 x 8 inches
- Animals (except service animals)
- Glass
- Weapons
- Ammunition
- Mace or aerosols
- Explosives or highly flammable substances
Need to Know
- Access
Access to Arlington House is through Arlington National Cemetery either from the Cemetery’s Parking Garage or by Arlington Cemetery Metro. You cannot drive directly to Arlington House. From within the Cemetery you can take the Arlington Cemetery Tour trolley, or walk, about 15-20 minutes from the Arlington National Cemetery Visitor Center Security Access Point up a hill to Arlington House. Plan plenty of time to navigate through Arlington Cemetery in order to get to a scheduled ticket tour on time. One Hour Recommended
- Operating Hours
Arlington House is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. September through May and 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June through August. The site is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Days.
- Unexpected Closures
The National Park Service may close the Arlington House due to inclement weather, safety concerns, or other unforeseen events. The reservation fee is nonrefundable. To re-schedule, you must make a new reservation (which includes a new reservation fee).
- Accessibility
Arlington House is universally accessible.
- Weather and Conditions
In peak season Arlington National Cemetery and Arlington House experience high levels of visitation. Heat and walking can cause exertion. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, any personal medications, and other items to ensure a healthy visit.
- Security
Visitors to Arlington National Cemetery (which includes Arlington House) must go through Cemetery security at the Visitor Center checkpoint. Arlington House has both cameras and security devices to protect visitors and the park.
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Changes and Cancellations
Contact Information
Mailing Address
700 George Washington Memorial Parkway McLean VA 22101
Phone Number
703-235-1530
