Highgate Cemetery

About

Explore gothic architecture and famous graves in this serene, historic cemetery.

Why go

• Feels like stepping into another world
• A place that is wild and ancient and full of beauty
• Feels like a gothic fairytale

Must try

• Guided tour of the west side
• Explore the egyptian avenue
• Visit the circle of lebanon
• See the grave of karl marx
• See the grave of george michael

Pro tips

• Book ahead, especially for west cemetery
• Tickets include a map for east and west cemeteries
• East side ticket costs about £10
• West side requires booking ahead
• Get off the tube at highgate station

Good to know

• Rumors of a vampire sparked occult panics
• Dead animals found drained of blood
• Be respectful of this sensitive location

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (1447 reviews)

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