Cemeteries in Washington, District of Columbia
There are 18 cemeteries in and around Washington, District of Columbia in our directory, in District of Columbia. Identified types include 8 church cemeteries (44%), 5 Jewish cemeteries (28%) and 2 military cemeteries (11%). Listed addresses span 10 ZIP codes. 13 of them list a phone number or website.
Map of cemeteries near Washington
- Congressional Cemetery1801 E Street SoutheastCemetery3.3 mi
- Mount Olivet Cemetery1300 Bladensburg Road NortheastCemetery3.3 mi
- Oak Hill Cemetery3001 R Street NorthwestCemetery1.6 mi
- Prospect Hill Cemetery2201 North Capitol Street NorthwestCemetery2.3 mi
- Washington Hebrew Congregation Cemetery1380 Alabama Avenue SoutheastJewish cemetery4.3 mi
- Saint Mary's Cemetery2121 Lincoln Road NortheastCatholic cemetery2.4 mi
- Woodlawn Cemetery4611 Benning RoadCemetery5.3 mi
- Battleground National Cemetery6625 Georgia Avenue NorthwestNational cemetery5.3 mi
- Mount Zion Cemetery2501 Mill Rd NWCemetery1.5 mi
- Rock Creek CemeteryRock Creek Church Road NorthwestChurch cemetery3.9 mi
- The Glenwood Cemetery2219 Lincoln Road NortheastCemetery2.6 mi
- United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery21 Harewood Road NorthwestNational cemetery3.7 mi
- Methodist Cemetery (historical)4100 River Road NorthwestMethodist cemetery4.5 mi
- Bet Mishpachah Cemetery3233Jewish cemetery4.2 mi
- Elesavetgrad Cemetery3233 15th Place SoutheastJewish cemetery4.2 mi
- Holy Rood Cemetery2128 Wisconsin Avenue NorthwestCemetery2.4 mi
- Adas Israel Cemetery1400 Alabama Avenue SoutheastJewish cemetery4.3 mi
- Ohev Shalom CemeteryWashingtonJewish cemetery4.3 mi
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- Church Cemeteries in Washington (8)
- Jewish Cemeteries in Washington (5)
- Military Cemeteries in District of Columbia
- Veterans Cemeteries in District of Columbia
- National Cemeteries in District of Columbia
- Public Cemeteries in District of Columbia
- Methodist Cemeteries in District of Columbia
Frequently asked questions
How many cemeteries are in Washington, DC?
We list 18 cemeteries in and around Washington. Listings without a street address are placed under the nearest town, so some may be just outside city limits.
Are there religious cemeteries in Washington?
Yes. We have identified 5 Jewish, 1 Methodist and 1 Catholic cemeteries near Washington, based on the recorded affiliation or official name. Other cemeteries may also be affiliated with a congregation.
Is there a veterans cemetery near Washington?
Yes, we list 2 veterans cemeteries near Washington. Check eligibility with the VA National Cemetery Administration or the state veterans affairs office before planning a burial.
Can I visit cemeteries in Washington?
Most public, municipal and church cemeteries welcome visitors during daylight hours. Family cemeteries are often on private land and need the owner's permission. Call ahead for hours, especially on holidays.
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