The 5 Best Cemeteries in Washington DC, District of Columbia (DC)

July 31, 2021 Deane Carmody

Washington DC is a hub for American politics and history. Attracting as many school field trips as it does travelers the district offers a peek into the country’s democratic origin. There are plenty of free museums to take advantage of but the real draw here is the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders. Spend some contemplative time at the Reflecting Pool within the National Mall, among the most patriotic places in the country.
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1. Congressional Cemetery

1801 E St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-2499 +1 202-543-0539 http://www.congressionalcemetery.org/
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Congressional Cemetery

Reviewed By C8668GGam

I wasn't sure what to expect, but booked a Sunday 1 pm tour, paid $5 online and took my chances. I don't usually enjoy guided tours, but was delighted by Hoff's very personal walk around the cemetery. He shared history, personal reflections and interesting perspectives as we walked under the snowing cherry trees. It was a chance to reflect on life's seasons and a very unexpected oasis in the city. I hlghly recommend a visit. And bring a picnic.

2. Rock Creek Cemetery

Rock Creek Church Road & Webster St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20011 +1 202-726-2080 http://www.rockcreekparish.org/pages/Our_Cemetery_Famous_Residents.php
Excellent
54%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 13 reviews

Rock Creek Cemetery

Reviewed By jbdclaw - Washington DC, United States

The art work throughout the old section of the cemetery is beautiful and deeply moving. I planned to visit for an hour and was there four hours continually finding extraordinary lines on gravestones and exceptional art works

3. Oak Hill Cemetery

3001 R St NW, Washington DC, DC 20007-2923 +1 202-337-2835 http://www.oakhillcemeterydc.org
Excellent
47%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 17 reviews

Oak Hill Cemetery

4. Battleground National Cemetery

6625 Georgia Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20012-2513
Excellent
20%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
40%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 5 reviews

Battleground National Cemetery

This small cemetery was dedicated by President Abraham Lincoln after the Battle of Fort Stevens in 1864.

5. United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery

Washington DC, DC http://www.nps.gov/history/nr/travel/national_cemeteries/District_of_Columbia/US_Soldiers_and_Airmens_Home_National_Cemetery.html
Excellent
25%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 4 reviews

United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery

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