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Hollywood Cemetery

412 S Cherry at Albemarle St, Richmond, VA
804 648 8501
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Ranked #5 of 86 attractions in Richmond
Type: Cemeteries
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LaSalle, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Don't let the name fool you .... Hollywood Cemetery was opened in 1849, constructed on land known as "Harvie's Woods" it was designed in the rural garden style, with its name, "Hollywood," coming from the holly trees dotting the hills of the property. Hollywood Cemetery is a large, sprawling cemetery located at 412 South Cherry Street in Richmond, Virginia. It... More

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Annapolis, Maryland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Came late in the day, only had a short time to visit. We didn't know that you could purchase a map. We wandered around and found Jefferson Davis' grave by accident. We like to visit cemeteries and wished we had a map and more time to explore .

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Glen Allen, Virginia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 NEW

I have been there a few times and never get to see the whole thing. Its really big! every time I go there I discover something new. All sorts of history, myths, and tall tales of the past. if you happen to be in Richmond and are wondering what to do, you should diffidently check it out. I think there... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

The hillside burial place of Jeff Davis, James Monroe, John Tyler, and many other notable Virginians, overlooking Richmond. The collection of graves, tombs, and monuments is fascinating to see. It is just a few blocks from the American Civil War Center, and worth driving through.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

I can honestly say I never thought I'd visit a cemetery (or will again in the future), but like everything else on the East Coast there is history everywhere. The place is tucked away in a neighborhood and as you enter it's like going back in time with a whole section set aside for civil war burial grounds. Confederate Flags... More

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West Chester, PA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

This cemetary was designed back in the days when it served a dual purpose...as a cemetary and as a place families would visit on Sundays to enjoy a peaceful country space and enjoy picnics. It still is beautiful, but it is a cemetary not a place I'd go for a picnic as they did in by gone days. Very hilly...but... More

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Palm Bay, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Such a beautiful cemetery with lots of trees, flowers, schrubs, etc. The city of Richmond should be very proud. The upkeep is really great -- well manicured and green, green, green! It rained the day we were there otherwise we would have taken the guided tour. However we purchased a map for $1.00 which was an excellent guide for viewing... More

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Gainesville, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I would advise driving as it is quite hilly. You can get out of your car when you want to at designated places.

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

It was 4th of July and a couple requested a wedding ceremony to be performed in the mausoleum. I thought it an odd request until I got there and saw the open mausoleum that spilled out to a grassy knoll with the James River running by it. It was a beautiful sight to behold and the couple had many picnics... More

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Richmond, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

History and statuary. Three U.S Presidents and the only President of the Confederacy. Overlooks the highest rated canoeable white water rapids east of the Mississippi. Watch the kayaks and canoeists while you picnic.

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