Although Hollywood also has a historical background, which is great, I also have a m ore personal connection to this wonderful place. My grandfather and uncle were both buried, and they treat all gravestones with respect. On the other hand, many presidents were buried at Hollywood Cemetery, and it is a very interesting place to walk around. Many schools in... More

I went because Jefferson Davis is buried here - I stayed and drove around because the cemetery was amazing - the rolling hills are beautiful and the history of the dead and buried incredible - you really have to appreciate history to get something out of your visit - the grounds also overlook the James River which is beautiful as... More

Very solemn. Takes you back to another time and place. Confederate war dead are there from Gettysburga long with CSA generals including Pickett and Jeb Stuart.

This is a unique cemetery. Never seen so many obelisk monuments and many unique... Location of two us presidents (Monroe and Tyler), which are right next to each other and confederate president Jefferson Davis. Includes a large rock pyramid monument to the women survivors of those who fell in the civil war. There are about 20,000 soldiers buried there.

I have been to Hollywood Cemetery many times. There so many famous people interred there. Presidents and Civil War people. Monroe, Jefferson Davis, Lewis Ginter , and many more are buried there. It is so lovely and peaceful there. When there go to Presidents Circle and see Monroe's vault. You will not be sorry.

Positioned high on the hill above the James River, this peaceful spot is stunning and awesome compared to any cemetary I have visited in the last 5 years. The monuments dating back to times long forgotten but not in terms of how well its maintained. Impressive and a great walk for family to enjoy the tranquility, views and excellent layout... More

Most people go to Hollywood Cemetery for the history. I go for the pyramid. It's 90 feet tall, made without mortar, and has its local legend about the guy who placed the capstone. Oh yes, it's also a monument to Confederate soldiers, but to me, that is anciallary information. Why, you ask, would anyone choose a pyramid to honor the... More

This is a very unique place. The monuments are interesting, especially those that look like trees. Confederate side is quite interesting and many famous people are buried there. It is a very natural setting, not like the newer cemeteries with no trees, etc. Very peaceful for walking.

This is a large cemetery in a beautiful setting. Part of it is in a valley and part is on a bluff overlooking the James River. It is amazing that 3 Presidents are buried here and it is so easy to access and you can actually walk right up to the monuments and touch some of them. we did not... More