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
Cemeteries in nearby cities
More in District of Columbia
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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.
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