What to do and see in United States, United States: The Best Cemeteries

September 3, 2021 Darleen Reid

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1. Arlington National Cemetery

Entrance at Arlington Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA 22211 +1 877-907-8585 http://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil
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5.0 based on 9,443 reviews

Arlington National Cemetery

Veterans of every American war from the Revolution to the country's most recent conflicts are buried at Arlington, which was officially declared a military cemetery in 1864. Among the more than 260,000 dead are three unidentified service members, buried at the Tomb of the Unknowns, and John F. Kennedy, whose gravesite is marked by an eternal flame.

Reviewed By Bill8071 - Lakewood Ranch, United States

No one can visit Arlington National Cemetery without realizing you are paying respect to many many fallen heroes. Every where you go you are reminded of the events, and the heroes involved, that changed the course of history of the United States. There is the tomb of the unknown soldier that is one of the most reverent sites there. The changing of the guard ceremony is done with a solemn precision that adds dignity and respect to the fallen soldier Don’t visit Arlington without watching the changing of the guard. You will also see memorials to those who perished in our space program. You will see a special section dedicated to those who served on the Supreme Court. You’ll see the grave sites of civil rights leaders who gave their lives for the cause of freedom for the African Americans. You’ll see generals buried next to privates and both will have nothing more than the simple, but elegant, grave marker provided by the government. From President Kennedy’s grave site, and the eternal flame, you will look up and see the home of General Robert E Lee and you will turn around and see the majestic view of Washington DC and the United States Capital building. The tour guides are excellent. You can do self guided but be ready for some serious hill climbing. We chose the tram and are glad we did. The guides point out many of the grave markers that are historical in our lifetime as well as some from fallen times before us. The tour also includes a visit to the Marine memorial which is a bronze statue of the flag raising at Iwo Jima. The memorial is huge and surrounded with pictures and history. One of the most beautiful monuments I have ever seen. When you visit, give yourself plenty of time to just stand at certain sites and reflect on men and events. The changing of the guard ceremony takes at least 30 minutes of your time. The Iwo Jima memorial another 30 minutes, and just walking around all the other sections and reflecting will consume s couple hours. Give a half a day minimum to your visit. With the many funerals they have there every day you will probably see a caisson and horses that are mounted by impeccably dressed soldiers moving thru the cemetery going to or coming from a burial. It’s just a beautiful, perfectly manicured, cemetery.

2. Green-Wood cemetery

500 25th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232-1755 +1 718-210-3080 [email protected] http://www.green-wood.com/
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5.0 based on 1,047 reviews

Green-Wood cemetery

Reviewed By 377dawnp

It may seem a bit creepy but I love this place because of its beauty and serenity. Green Wood is notable for the number of celebrated and famous people buried there. Yet it's a place for the living--the landscape, the monuments and Victorian statutory and vintage headstones make it an outdoor museum that transports you to a bygone era. One could get lost there along its many winding paths-- signage not withstanding. On one secluded hilltop, I even saw a contemporary yet bucolic scene of a family lazing on the grass for an afternoon near loved ones. Whether your loved one is among the famous or not, it's one of the finest and most beautiful spots in Brooklyn. See it to believe it...acres and acres, so get a map. It's worth the trip!

3. Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum

4521 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45232-1934 +1 513-681-7526 http://www.springgrove.org/
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Spring Grove Cemetery & Arboretum

Reviewed By chellye - Lexington, United States

Visited to see the grave of General Joseph Hooker. What a beautiful site! Very well maintained and tons of interesting monuments. Definitely going back in the spring when the weather is nice.

4. Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

1048 State St, Bangor, ME 04401-5694 +1 207-945-6589 http://www.mthopebgr.com/map
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5.0 based on 176 reviews

Mount Hope Garden Cemetery

Reviewed By bertiesmom93

It was interesting to see all the old head stones and there was this really cool castle looking structure. There's also a nice pond in the middle and a Korea Memorial.

5. Riverside National Cemetery

22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA 92518-2740 +1 951-653-8417 http://www.cem.va.gov/CEM/cems/nchp/riverside.asp
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5.0 based on 209 reviews

Riverside National Cemetery

Reviewed By MIKEYgracie - Riverside, United States

Home of the National Medal of Honor Memorial, Veterans Memorial and National Prisoner of War / Missing in Action Memorial. Future site of American Indian Veteran Memorial. Fundraising is in progress to provide for site construction.

6. Georgia National Cemetery

1080 Veterans Cemetery Rd, Canton, GA 30114 +1 770-479-9300 http://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/georgia.asp
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5.0 based on 126 reviews

Georgia National Cemetery

Reviewed By FritzAtlanta - Canton, United States

We recently participated with Wreaths Across America on December 14th. The system of laying Christmas wreaths on every soldiers grave for the holiday and to remember each soldier. It was well organized and had plenty of wreaths. The cemetery looked so beautiful and peaceful. We went there again this weekend to get a last look and pictures before wreath cleanup on Saturday. There were a lot of visitors there which is very encouraging. There is an open rest room, trash facilities, and water to fill vases available.

7. Pines Pet Cemetery and Cremation Center

764 Riley Wills Rd, Lebanon, OH 45036-9717 +1 513-932-2270 [email protected] http://www.pinespetcemeteryandcremationcenter.com/
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Pines Pet Cemetery and Cremation Center

Reviewed By CindyM480 - Moraine, United States

Very carrying and compassionate staff, They helped us when we had to have Our Yorkie put to rest. We had him cremated and picked out a very lovely urn. I always have my precious cat Cody hurried in the pet cemetery, when you can't afford to have a plot.

8. Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery

1390 Main St, Agawam, MA 01001-2572 +1 413-821-9500 http://www.mass.gov/veterans/cemeteries-and-honors/cemeteries/state-cemeteries/agawam.html
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Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery

9. Rose Hill Cemetery

1091 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31201-1913 +1 478-751-9119 http://historicrosehillcemetery.org
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4.5 based on 220 reviews

Rose Hill Cemetery

An example of a 19th-century cemetery park.

Reviewed By ReneeS146 - Nederland, United States

Rose Hill is where The original (and best) Allman Brothers Band shot many of their promo photos, wrote songs based upon headstones, etc. In addition, Duane Allman, Berry Oakley and, now, Gregory Allman are all buried there alongside one another. The cemetery was established in 1840 and is a beautiful resting place...lots of trees with moss, pine cones, etc, rolling hills; if a cemetery can be called beautiful, then this one is it.

10. Bonaventure Cemetery

330 Bonaventure Rd, Savannah, GA 31404-3295 +1 912-651-6843 http://www.bonaventurehistorical.org/
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4.5 based on 6,548 reviews

Bonaventure Cemetery

Bonaventure Cemetery was developed on the historically-significant site of Bonaventure Plantation. The peaceful setting rests on a scenic bluff of the Wilmington River, east of Savannah. The site was purchased for a private cemetery in 1846 and became a public cemetery in 1907. Citizens and others can still purchase interment rights in Bonaventure. This charming site has been a world famous tourist destination for more than 150 years due to the old tree-lined roadways, the many notable persons interred, the unique cemetery sculpture and architecture, and the folklore associated with the site and the people. The entrance to the cemetery is located at 330 Bonaventure Road and is the largest of the municipal cemeteries containing nearly 100 acres. The cemetery is open to the public daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. . The main office of the Department of Cemeteries is located in the Bonaventure Administrative Building at the entrance.

Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States

Established in 1846 and covering nearly 160 acres on a scenic bluff overlooking the Wilmington River, east of Savannah, Georgia, the Bonaventure Cemetery is the largest of the city's municipal cemeteries. In recent years, it has become one of Savannah's most popular tourist attractions, primarily due to its role in John Berendt's best-selling book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," which was turned into a movie directed by Clint Eastwood. The cover of the book features the "Bird Girl," an evocative sculpture which used to reside in the cemetery. After going virtually unnoticed for over 50 years, it was relocated from the cemetery in 1997 for display in the Telfair Museum of Art in Savannah. Many of the city's statesmen, prominent citizens and soldiers are buried in Bonaventure Cemetery in the shade of 250-year-old moss-laden oak trees, including Savannah founders Noble Wimberly Jones and Edward Telfair. Five Civil War generals and one admiral are buried there. So is singer, lyricist and composer Johnny Mercer and poet Conrad Aiken. In a cemetery of many unusual tombstones, perhaps one of the most unique is one in the shape of a piano, Mercer's grave site. The interesting tombstones and vaults and mausoleums, the colorful azaleas and camellias and the old oak, dogwood and magnolia trees have made the cemetery one of the most photographed in the country. The cemetery is open from dusk to dawn with tours available at the Bonaventure Historical Society Visitor's Center. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001.

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