A beautiful setting for the final resting place of famous people in Houston’s history, including aviator Howard Hughes, as well as mayors, governors and more. This was once a confederate cemetery. And is said to be one of the most haunted locations in all of Houston. Meticulously manicured lawns and beautiful crypts and tombstones make this a peaceful place to pause and remember.

One of the most beautiful cemetery in Houston/Texas. You can see lots of early settlers grave. I love the Century Tree in the garden. There is on going construction from Washington Ave. entrance, so you have to use Kane Street entrance on the East side of the cemetery.

This place has tons of history. When you walk around you will notice a lot of the names look fimilar. Areas of houston, street names, buildings, and landmarks are named after people that built and ran Houston are buried here. If you have nothing to do in an afternoon just walk around and enjoy. I do wish they have self guided tours or information on the most popular graves. Check out Howard Hughes and his parents grave. The have quite a few governers that call this place home. I think a few presidents of the Republic of Texas are here also. And a famous actress and a few doctors that changed the medical field. If the grounds can talk. Be careful of the zombies they will eat your brains lol jk

This is one of the oldest cemetery’s in Houston.(1871)It features HowArd Hughes and the people who built. Houston. It is a peaceful respite from the city beyond the gate,and has history here from last century and the one before that. Easy to park and walk around a contrast to the skyline behind it. A quiet that belies the city it serves. A peaceful walk.

This is a very peaceful resting place. I wish there was a rule against bringing your dogs here or biking here. It’s very disrespectful to the deceased to do that and if you do you should be ashamed of yourself.

A stunning, haunting, look into the history of Houston, dating back to its founders, who are buried here. To think of this place only as a cemetery would be a disservice. This is an immense, tragically beautiful place that captures epidemics, the ebb and flow of daily life, and the people that built or called the city home for one or multiple generations. An important historical marker that is worth a visit, especially if you value history.

Beautiful historical cemetery with great views of the city on the far end of it. The place is easy to access and the roads are wide enough to go around the place by car if you prefer that over walking around. Lots of places to stop and to snap beautiful photographs. Highly recommended.

The grounds are beautiful but do not go here for photography. The site is not clear on what is allowed and the office stated no one is allowed to take photographs on site (even though there are obviously photo's of this place on line). If security sees you they will put you out!

The history and beauty here is remarkable. Note that the office is now located that the front. You don’t really need a map because you can Google the notable people buried here and locate them that way. Take time to read the historical markers throughout the cemetery. It’s very shaded so it’s a lovely place to walk and it felt safe to me.

This is a beautiful historic cemetery with the best view of downtown Houston there is. This cemetery has many notable people buried here, but Howard Hughes is probably the most well known.

A peaceful place. Well maintained.

Beautiful, well-maintained cemetary with a very peaceful atmosphere. Lots of wonderful landscaping, small wildlife, and historic grave sites. A unique place for an afternoon walk or jog, just be mindful of any funeral proceedings.

Clean and open paths through out. Access is easy to get around the property

Beautiful, peaceful, calm place to walk. Lovely shade trees and city views as well.

The absolute coolest cemetary I've ever been too. A must stop for photographers.