We found it by chance and so enjoyed walking around. Great exercise. Wish now we had downloaded the app and taken the tour
Myrtle Hill Cemetery is one of the oldest and most historical cemeteries in Rome GA. President Woodrow Wilson's wife is buried here. A stop at The Welcome Center will give you ideas about what to look for in the cemetery. If you are looking for exercise, it is also a good hike that offers beautiful views of the city and surrounding countryside from the top. And it is right downtown.
We enjoy old cemeteries for the history. You never know what you will find on a tombstone and for that reason we always take our camera so we can read them later. This particular cemetery has narrow roads circling it to the top. Some roads are closed off and most all of them are on the edge so you're at risk of sliding off if you get too close. We have been here several times and find something interesting every time.
This is a place with a lot of history, and has great views of the city. Need to allow time to be able to walk around to look at all of the headstones.
The cemetery has a great view of downtown Rome and the surrounding area. Old elaborate headstones and history.
This is amazing, you can walk it or as we did drive up the amazing mountain.Check your smart phone for the app its a guide through the cemetery.. I could not find it though.
The drive through this cemetery is beautiful and full of gorgeous monuments and tombstones. There is a sizable confederate section, a former First Lady buried here, a Known Soldier and many other attractions of interest, including a new Mausoleum.
This is a very historic cemetery located in Rome. The older headstones are elaborate and beautiful. There is a confederate burial area which is very interesting. The view from the top of the hill is really breathtaking, its one of the best views of Rome and I know many people who would picnic there. The road around the cemetery is winding and narrow, its quite and adventure. So if you are hesitant you might want to park and walk. I really do urge you to look up some of the history before you go, even if its a quick wikipedia visit. It will make the trip a lot more interesting.
Beautiful Cemetery with some historical burial plots. At the top of Myrtle Hill, you can see most of the City of Rome. A little sketchy at night but worth a trip during the day.
My 13 yr old son actually asked to visit this spot when we read about it in a hotel guidebook. It is beautiful and peaceful and the "road" through the cemetery was quite an adventure in itself! We took lots of photos, and he enjoyed seeing the "ancient" tombstones. Wear comfortable walking shoes.