Laurel Hill East

Such a beautiful place. This cemetery is very well kept and beautiful. They have wonderful programs, concert events, movie nights and more. It is truly a magical gift in historic Philadelphia.

We live a few blocks from Laurel Hill Cemetery which is a treat to get to explore on a daily basis. Between the history, sights, peacefulness, calmness the cemetery overlooking Kelley Drive and the trails bring it is truly magnificent. The walks, runs and views are highly recommended. Thank you for the treasures!

Laurel Hill Cemetery is beautiful and filled with so much history. I have wanted to explore this Cemetery for a very long time. There is so much to explore, one day is not enough. It is open 7am to 7pm. I will be coming back to this landmark in Philadelphia.

I recommend downloading the Laurel Hill App before visiting, and listen to an audio tour. We discovered that the 78 acre cemetery is not only the final resting place of famous Philly luminaries such as General Meade, Rittenhouse, and Harry Kalas (beloved announcer for the Phillies). But, you can also view the grave and photo of Robert Cornelius, who took the world's first selfie. The cemetery is a National Historic Landmark with lush landscaping overlooking the Schuylkill. It's free to visit, dog friendly, and you can park outside or along the roads inside. Do take a guided tour of Laurel Hill in the sunshine and with a flashlight for the full experience. Perenially on the list of "most haunted places" in Philly--you'll see why.

Incredible, beautiful, and a macabre treasure well worth a visit if you're in the Philadelphia area. I visited in the afternoon on a Sunday, parking was very easy, and the cemetery wasnt crowded at all, which made the visit rather peaceful. I walked for almost 3 hours, and still didn't see everything there was to see. There's a great visitor's center with a gift shop. I purchased a mug, and the folks working there were very friendly. I'd give the experience 10 stars if I could, it was a perfect Sunday before driving back South.