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Fort Myer

Arlington Blvd., Arlington, VA 22211
703-696-3944
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Ranked #11 of 26 attractions in Arlington
Type: Military Bases/ Facilities
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: An important post of the Army's Signal Corps since the Civil War, Fort Myer is home to the Army Chief of Staff and the Army's oldest active infantry... more » Owner description: An important post of the Army's Signal Corps since the Civil War, Fort Myer is home to the Army Chief of Staff and the Army's oldest active infantry regiment and was the site of the first military test flight. « less
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Sacramento, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

If you have no experience with the military, you may find the guard station interesting, and the dorms, Base Exchange, bowling alley, and chapels, etc. Generally, it was an ordinary Army base. It was more beautiful than most, because of Arlington National Cemetery in the background, and the lovely trees.

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latrobe
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7 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

Where the Tomb Guards live is a beautiful Post. The back entrance into Arlington Cemetery and the Old Post Chapel showcase the start of a Soldiers Final Review. Stand quietly and reverently and see the gentleness and caring manner provided to those on their way to burial at one of the many famous areas within Arlington National Cemetery. If you... More

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Heidelberg, Germany
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88 attraction reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
128 helpful votes 128 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

This post has a lot of history and we had a good time while we were there. We drove around and saw the different sites.

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Arlington, Virginia, United States
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17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

We love the inexpensive classic bowling alley at Ft. Myer. You have to go through an inspection to get on base but the low prices and family atmospher make it a great place to hang out with friends and bowl a few games. The wine selection leaves a lot to be desired but what do you really expect from a... More

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Boynton Beach, Florida
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22 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

We visited onm a Saturday and ran into restrictions and closed gates. The signs were not helpful and one does not know that a gate is closed until one gets there. Not tourist friendly.

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Nokesville, Virginia, United States
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13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

I grew up in Arlington in a military family. We spent so much time at Ft. Myers. Swimming, bowling, the military parades which were absolutely beautiful to watch, especially at night. Ft. Myers has px, commissary and medical facilities and is right next to Henderson Hall and Arlington National Cemetery.

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Kentucky
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5 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

Small, nice post. Was there for business/government training. Nice spacious community club. Can see the edge of Arlington Cemetery just past the community club.

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Carson City, Nevada
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62 attraction reviews
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160 helpful votes 160 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

The famous home of the most precision military unit in the world. The 3rd Infantry Regiment (Old Guard) and their elite Tomb Guards diligently train and prepare for their somber duties on these beautiful grounds.

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New York
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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2012

We were told about the Army Tattoo and it was in walking distance. It is held on a parage ground overlooking DC - great view. The music and drill was excellent and the kids enjoyed it.

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Petersburg, VA
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2012

We came to Fort Myer to watch the 4th of July fireworks. Although MWR was having a ticketed event that day, it ended by 6 p.m. We set up our picnic blanket on the lawn at Whipple Field which overlooks all of DC from atop a hill. They had coolers of ice water set out and Gatorade and other drinks... More

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