The Mt. Auburn Cemetery was the first in the country to be designed as a beautiful park. In 1831. It has great views over Boston, ponds with wildlife, walking paths among handsome trees and flowers, and the graves of Mary Baker Eddy, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Isabella Stewart Gardner, and ninety two thousand other somewhat less interesting people. I was there... More

Although there are plenty of famous folks buried here, what draws me are the trees and flowers in this peaceful setting. Trees are labeled so you can learn while you walk. It's also interesting to see the graves and try to piece together family stories from Civil War times and earlier. There are paths throughout and it feels very un-citylike.

Come here after you have lunch at Sofra's right across the street. Wander the beautifully landscaped cemetery learning about Cambridge and New England history, enjoying the rolling green hills and lush vegetation. A major destination for local birders. Climb to the top of the tower on the highest hill in the cemetery for a fantastic view of downtown Boston and... More

Try taking a walking tour ($) with a docent--you'll learn some nice tid bits. The weather was nice, just helps a lot. The wind blew at just the right moments. The sun was shining.

I had heard good things about this park-like cemetery but had NO idea how special it really is. Lots of cemeteries are pretty places to walk but this one has amazingly diverse features including ravines overlooking little lakes. Lots of interesting stories accompanying a number of the graves. Went for my first ever bird-watching/listening experience and loved it. Lots of... More

I visited in May - it was a lovely sunny afternoon, and all the trees were in blossom. The Cemetery is beautifully well-kept, and it is lovely to be able to wander around and enjoy the tranquility. Parking is free, and indeed you can park around most places there. There's a small visitor centre, too, with local information. It is... More

I just love this cemetery! I was told about this by a friend who does photography of all sorts. I was pleasantly surprised at the beautiful plantings, landscaping and the historic significance of this site. There are many famous people buried here, such as Longfellow, fanny farmer, poets, artists, founding fathers, military personnel, etc. You will see lots of wildlife... More

This has got to be the only cemetery -- certainly the only one around here - that offers walking tours with audio accompaniment - and it's worth taking! I've walked and explored it more times than I can count. I've seen all kinds of birds, plus a few bunnies, and even a red fox once. I made an inquiry in... More

The first garden cemetery in the United States, there is plenty of history and beauty in the Mount Auburn Cemetery. The landscaping is beautiful and the setting so peaceful, it is easy to spend hours walking throughout the graves. There are many interesting tombstone sculptures to see.