Westview Cemetery
The largest cemetery in the American Southeast is a hidden gem near the heart of Atlanta.

šŸ“œ Founded in 1884, Westview Cemetery is the largest civilian cemetery in the Southeastern United States, spanning nearly 600 acres with over 125,000 interments, including famous residents like Coca-Cola founder Asa Candler.
šŸ›ļø Added to the Georgia Register of Historic Places in 2019 and the National Register in 2020, it features beautiful grounds, historic architecture, and the notable Westview Abbey Mausoleum.

Why Go

šŸŒ³ Explore sprawling, beautiful grounds with obelisks, graves, vaults, and fountains
ā›Ŗ Visit the impressive Westview Abbey Mausoleum, a grand 1940s structure with thousands of tombs
šŸš¶ Discover rich history through walking tours, including 19th-century and Candler-Era themes
šŸŽØ Admire diverse architecture, from the Romanesque Revival gatehouse to Spanish Plateresque abbey
šŸŒŸ See resting places of famous residents like Asa Candler

Why Avoid

šŸ˜” Mausoleum visit can be a somber experience, with dark, leaky crypt-like halls, especially in summer without AC/lighting.

ā„¹ļø Tips Please be respectful of those visiting deceased loved ones.

šŸ•’ Hours Gate: Daily 8:00 a.m.

  • 5:30 p.m. EST Office: Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m.
  • 5:00 p.m. EST, Sat 9:30 a.m.
  • 2:00 p.m. EST (Closed Sundays, Christmas Day) Abbey: Mon-Sat 10:00 a.m.
  • 2:00 p.m. EST

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