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Things to do in Victoria, Australia: The Best Cemeteries
Discover the best top things to do in Victoria, Australia including Castlemaine Cemetery, Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery, Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Tower Hill Cemetery, Beechworth Public Cemetery, Alberton Cemetery, The Ossario, Maldon General Cemetery, Greta Cemetery, Melbourne General Cemetery.
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1. Castlemaine Cemetery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
2. Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Located to the north of the city, Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery is a peaceful place with a rich local history that can be discovered via a heritage walk. While the cemetery is mostly full, there are a number of memorial options available. The Friends of Coburg Cemetery takes an active interest in the rich history of the cemetery and the area it serves, and runs historical tours from time to time.
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
Motorists driving down Bell Street, the great artery connecting Melbourne's western and eastern suburbs, may notice a field of shrines and gravestones. This is Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery. Unlike other states, such as Western Australia, these burial plots are maintained for eternity. The plots are not reused, though other family members may be added to the grave. Burials began in 1858 and by 1971, the cemetery had reached capacity. The graves have a great array of memorials and many people, both humble and notable, are interred here. The entrance is off Bell Street, visitors are welcome.
3. Springvale Botanical Cemetery
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By 619jeffry - Essendon, Australia
We signed up for a tour of the Springvale Botanical Cemetery expecting to see a few headstones, but it is a surprisingly beautiful place. It has, amongst other things, over 30,000 rose bushes. Some features, such as the children's cemetery, are very touching The war graves section is very well cared for. Each ethnic group has its own section. The Asian section is very well done, with an authentic Buddhist temple constructed -- without nails -- by craftsmen from China. Care has been taken to adhere to the principles of feng shui (wind and water) which Chinese people take very seriously. If you would like to see what the cemetery has to offer ring them and make a booking for a tour. It's gratis, and you also get a tasty lunch.
4. Tower Hill Cemetery
5. Beechworth Public Cemetery
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By Maggietheboycat
Wow. Just wow. Went and did our own tour thanks to the maps available when you walk thru the gates. So many old interesting graves. Yet so sad as well. Many babies/toddler graves from mid to late 1800s. Chinese graves were a real eye opener. A quiet, respectful, reflective experience.
6. Alberton Cemetery
7. The Ossario
8. Maldon General Cemetery
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
9. Greta Cemetery
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4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Q9597XRstevek - Cambridge, United Kingdom
A couple more photos from Greta Cemetery. The headstone for the Kelly family is immediately to the left of the gate from the road.
10. Melbourne General Cemetery
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
Melbourne General Cemetery is both a beautiful and historic cemetery. It was established in 1850 and since then there have been over 300,000 burials. The heritage -listed cemetery is one Australia's most important cemeteries. It has distinctive denominational sections including graves of many early immigrants, including the Chinese and other nationalities who arrived for the Gold Rush in the 1850's. The cemetery is the final resting place of many famous identities. Our tours reveal an array of fascinating information about prominent and notable men and women from our rich and multicultural past. We run regular night and day tours.
Reviewed By Lyndylou18 - Augsburg, Germany
Enjoyed a wonderful evening tour with a fantastic guide called Stella (?). It was so informative and fascinating hearing the stories of many famous Victorians including prime ministers who are buried here as well as Burke and Wills, Governor Hotham of 1854 Eureka Stockade Rebellion. It was interesting to see the huge mausoleums, heritage listed statues, gate houses and rotundas as well as the huge trees and Roses. The cemetery is divided into many sections including Jewish, Catholic, Greek Orthodox, Anglican & a paupers section. 300,000 graves. I could’ve spent more time here. There is even a memorial for Elvis Presley. Definitely worth a visit and if you can join the tour, I’d highly recommend it.
