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Bonaventure Cemetery: Savannah’s Historic Resting Place & Cultural Landmark

Bonaventure Cemetery: Savannah’s Historic Resting Place & Cultural Landmark Bonaventure Cemetery: Savannah’s Historic Resting Place & Cultural Landmark Coastal Georgia Savannah

Prominent in "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil," Bonaventure (which means "good fortune") is the final resting place for several of Savannah's most famous residents, including Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Conrad Aiken and lyricist Johnny Mercer. This large cemetery on the banks of the placid Wilmington River is home to massive moss-draped oaks that stand guard over rows of elegant statuary and headstones.Free self-guided tours and Free guided tours by Bonaventure Historical Society volunteers, every second Sunday, at 2, 2:30 and 3 pm.

Amenities
Facility Amenities
  • Free Parking
  • Parking on Site
  • Public Restrooms
  • Self-guided Tours
  • Maps & Brochures Available
Payment Options
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
Special Tags
  • Film
Suitable for Ages
  • All Ages
Group Amenities
  • Group-Friendly
General Information
  • Family-Friendly
  • Free Admission
  • Partially Accessible
  • Open Year 'Round
  • Pet-Friendly

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