Laurel Hill East — Attraction in Philadelphia

Laurel Hill (East) is one the most beautiful and famous cemeteries in not just Philadelphia but the entire United States. An amazing place to visit, whether just to walk the grounds, get your doggy out for some exercise, learn a little bit about local history on self-guided tour, or attend one of their many events throughout the year. From famous athletes, to politicians, to military heroes, to many of the richest people and families in the city's history, Laurel Hill delights and informs even as it provides a final resting place for so many Philadelphians. As far as burial grounds go you cannot find many more idyllic or tranquil spots. Parking can be a bit tough but there's usually plenty of parking on nearby streets. Definitely do not recommend parking on Ridge Avenue just because of the amount of and speed of traffic, but otherwise, very easy place to check out if you find yourself...

Large and beautiful cemetery. While I enjoy the concept of their movies in the cemetery events, and I like that it supports musicians and the cemetery, they are very poorly managed and not enjoyable at all. Firstly, it is too expensive for the experience you get. 12.50? For a movie I can watch on YouTube for free. Unless you come two hours early to waste your time so you can line up before it opens you will not have a good seat. You won't. There will be so much blocking your vision, and it will get progressively worse throughout the film. Also, it's impossible to enjoy the movie while everyone around you is talking, conversing annoyingly amongst themselves or wandering up and down in front of you the entire movie waving the flashlight on their phone back and forth in your face trying to give you a seizure. It's not worth...

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...