Burial Hill
Burial Hill
4.5
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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William Bradford, the second governor of Plymouth Colony, is buried here.
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Kate D
34 contributions
Aug 2023
This is a very solemn site as it is one of the oldest European burial grounds in America. Unfortunately, they need money for restoration and interpretation. There was trash strewn around on one of the days that we went. There were many markers that could not be read. There were dumb tourists rubbing many markers which can harm the old markers. It is a historic cemetery but I guess Plymouth doesn't have the budget to keep it up because it was in sad state. An example of an excellent cemetery is Belfontaine Cemetery in St. Louis, Missouri for history and preservation. Plymouth was pretty cool but it could be better if it took better care of the cemetery.
Written August 22, 2023
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XerkUSA
USA172 contributions
Aug 2021
This is a very interesting cemetery, partly because of the history, obviously, but it is different. It is a real hill with graves sloping down from the top to bottom. The gravestones are so unusual and very old. Reading the epitaphs is interesting, too. I love cemeteries and this is one that was on my bucket list. So glad we went! We saw it at night with the Ghost Tour which really gave good history on it and explained it well and the Pilgrim's Progress walk, plus during the day where we just meandered along. It is very shaded, too. For a less taxing walk up the hill, go in the back way off Russell Street. There is a two-hour free parking lot there and the walk up is much easier.
Written September 1, 2021
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rockyisle
The Villages, FL703 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
As I trekked up the steps to the graveyard, I wondered how they ever got the caskets up such a steep hill. Ugh. It's totally worth the climb as the view is outstanding from the top. It's also the place of the first fort constructed to protect them.
Many famous pilgrims are buried at the top.
Many famous pilgrims are buried at the top.
Written August 29, 2021
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KCLizard
State College, PA586 contributions
Jul 2021
This hill is a bit of a climb up above the Mayflower, stone, and statues, but it is worth it. The first settlers to die are buried here in unmarked graves, and many of the oldest gravestones are not legible, but there is still so much history here.
Written August 1, 2021
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Heather B
Norwich, CT547 contributions
Oct 2020
This cemetery is filled with just the perfect amount of history and creepiness. The sarcophagus's on the hill are so neat. It's a great place to spend some time and explore.
Written October 20, 2020
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JOSEPH R
Venice, FL257 contributions
Sep 2019
First Saturday all summer has a guided tour of this iconic early Pilgrim and Plymouth burial ground. The climb is not for all since there are many stairs. Worth it especially if the UMASS archaeology group is operating.
Written December 5, 2019
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chemie71
Pittsburgh, PA441 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Lovely old cemetery with tombstones from the 1600's,1700's and 1800's. I have never seen military markers for the militia in the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 markers and both were here. We originally were there for a tour, but I didn't realize the focus was on some of the women buried there. It would have been nice to dedicate 15 or so minutes to the cemetery and then the women. So after 30 min we went off on our own and found those markers and some very old headstones. There are about 25 or so steps to walk up, but the view looking out over the town is worth it!
Written November 18, 2019
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Pioneer40994031494
16 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Freezing temperatures in Plymouth the day we visited, but we were still so glad we visited Burial Hill. Beautiful Fall Foliage. Tombstones from 1600's, 1700's, 1800's. Obviously located on a hill. Lots of uphill and downhill steps. Not many paths for handicapped or strollers. Well worth the stop.
Written November 10, 2019
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mike b
Redington Beach, FL47 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Located behine the church and theres stairs you will need to walk its a bit steep. Hilly graveside but wow there are several very early 1600 stones some are slate no longer readable 2nd mayor of city is here . No cost to visit if you have time visit the church out front great stain glass windows free tour / donation accepted
Written June 1, 2019
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mlorahga
Augusta, GA1,501 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
We visited Burial Hill to view the Cushman Monument because of a family connection. It was easy to find and well-maintained. There was a tour of the cemetery while we were there. It was well done, but focused on a specific time-period. Be sure to check the schedule if you are interested in a specific person buried there.
Written May 13, 2019
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I have relatives buried here from the Mayflower. 1621 and 1633. It sounds like they would have had wooden markers. Is there a way to identify where they are located today? I'm visiting soon.
Written July 19, 2016
Probably not, unless you google burial hill and see if there is some help on there. We gave up because we were told the oldest graves were lost. Luckily many of my relatives had moved inland and we found many there. Check the other local cemeteries but Burial Hill is interesting whether you find your own or not.
Written September 20, 2016
Is it easy to find the gravestones of the passengers of the Mayflower? I am wondering if we will be wandering around unable to find those sites or if there is a bit of a 'map' or markers for folks coming through. Thank you for the help!
Written March 14, 2016
I have been there a couple of times, but don't remember any maps or other ways to find any person. It is just unique, the way the wording on the headstones. Or at least it is different from headstones here in Missouri. Sorry not more help.
Written March 15, 2016
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