The Tomb Of The Unknow Soldier is located in Arlington National Cemetery which is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. at the end of Memorial Avenue, the parkway which extends from Memorial Bridge, near the Lincoln Memorial. Along this parkway is the rotary intersection with the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway. Arlington is accessible from the major roadways in the D.C. area.

Arlington National Cemetery welcomes visitors to explore the rich history found within the cemetery grounds.Vehicle and bus access is generally not authorized. Driving into the cemetery is allowed for those attending a funeral service.