Private Tour. Contact to book the tour.
Cemeteries are places to remember those who went before us and to celebrate their lives. Cemeteries are also locations for quiet contemplation in an urban environment and places to admire stunning architecture and monuments. New York City cemeteries offer natural beauty in park-like settings, populated with men and women who came from all walks of life.
On these private cemetery tours, guide Kevin C. Fitzpatrick, a nationally-recognized historian, takes small groups to explore some of the most unique locations in New York: the landmark cemeteries. Guests will see the final resting place of famous names and common folks, all together in these “cities of the dead.” These cemeteries have century-old trees, lakes, gardens, and standout architectural features.
Tour Highlights:
• Discover the stories behind Manhattan “filling up” in the 19th century;
• Learn U.S. military history from the American Revolution to the Cold War;
• See famous heroes from every major era of the 19th and 20th centuries;
• Find out the significance of cemetery symbolism;
• Enjoy a walk in a historic location;
• See rare photos, maps, and drawings from the guide’s personal collection.
The nickname is the “Cemetery Belt” of the Brooklyn-Queens border. There are more than 5 million interred in Queens alone. There are more than two dozen cemeteries in this area, and others in the neighborhoods around them.
These are the cemeteries to choose a tour of:
*Cypress Hills (Brooklyn/Queens)
*Cemetery of the Evergreens (Brooklyn)
*Green-Wood Cemetery (Brooklyn)
Others by special request.
This tour is perfect for those who appreciate history, the outdoors, walking, and urban exploration.
Information:
The meeting point will be included in your email confirmation.
Tickets: $75 per person; or $395 for groups of six guests.