Park & nature
Colonial Park Cemetery
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Colonial Park Cemetery is one of Savannah's oldest cemeteries, established in 1750 and serving as the city's primary burial ground for nearly a century. The park-like grounds are shaded by live oaks and filled with moss-covered headstones, including those of signers of the Declaration of Independence and victims of the 1820 yellow fever epidemic. Visitors can spot bullet holes from the Civil War and read the poignant epitaphs; guided tours often recount tales of duels, burials, and restless spirits.
Don't miss
- Find the grave of Button Gwinnett, a signer of the Declaration of Independence
- Look for the 'dueling' bullet holes in the cemetery's brick wall from the 1800s
- Join a guided ghost tour to hear legends of hauntings and the cemetery's dark history
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Colonial Park Cemetery
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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