Fantastic cemetery! Not often that we visit a cemetery where we do not have any relatives or friends buried at. So what brought us here? I found out that both Muhammad Ali and Colonel Harlan Sanders are buried here at this cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky. The grounds are immaculately well maintained. Simply beautiful cemetery. We found the gravesite of Colonel Harlan Sanders first. No one else was there at the time so my Wife and I were able to pay our respects to Mr. KFC in peace. We then found Muhammad Ali's grave site with no problems as well and paid our respect to one of the greatest boxers in history. If you find yourself in Louisville, Kentucky...I highly recommend stopping by Cave Hill Cemetery. It truly is a lovely destination to visit in this wonderful city. read more

Walked on a very rainy Sunday of the Memorial Day weekend. The entrance from Cherokee Road is still under repair. The tree-lined greenway into the cemetery was lined with flags to honor our service members. read more

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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1979, Cave Hill Cemetery is a 296-acre Victorian-era National Cemetery and arboretum located in Louisville. It's the largest by area and number of burials. Before the era of large municipal parks, it was common for cities to promote a garden cemetery as a green oasis and recreation destination, and Louisville was no exception. Located in the northwest corner is Cave Hill National Cemetery, containing military graves. It was also on the National Register, added in 1998, where we discovered the grave of my partner's great-great-great-grandfather, Joshua Leonard. He was a Union soldier from New York who fought in the Civil War. Notable interred here were Colonel Harland Sanders (founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken) and Muhammad Ali (American professional boxer, activist, and Louisville's native son), to name a few. Upon arrival, we went straight to the main office located in the middle of the cemetery. Friendly staff managed to look up the information of the family member. However, the maps given were confusing and didn't correspond with those at the national cemetery. Stopped a staff member in their vehicle who recommended us to go to the main gate for assistance. With the help of the guard, we managed to locate his grave. Nice hidden gem for those visiting Louisville off the beaten path, which we can recommend. read more

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I am actually obsessed with this place. Every time I visit I have to come here. It's so beautiful and peaceful and has some of the most beautiful graves & mausoleums I have ever seen. It's free to visit and you can spend hours in here and still not see it all. Absolutely stunning and a must visit. read more

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The main entrance leads to an phenomenally maintained cemetery with so many markers and families since the 1900's. Impressive the maintenance and upkeep throughout this side. We did 1st go into and older section that must be only volunteer main to that had so many downed trees and markers. The map available is well done . Be respectful as services may be in progress read more

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I enjoyed walking around the cemetery. It was really clean. Saw a bunch of notable people's graves which I thought was neat. The landscaping was really nice too. read more

Beautiful in the snow! Decided to drive the cemetery since it was so chilly! Still loved the views. It was so sweet to go through around 10 in the morning on a Sunday. We only encountered maybe 3 other people. My last visit was around 9 in the morning on a weekday and it was empty except for us. I'll keep this in mind for the next visit. read more

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One of the things that a lot of people tell you to do in Louisville is to visit the cemeteries. Mostly for notable people buried within the lots, but what they forget to say is that it can be a beautiful and relaxing walk. With that in mind, I headed towards this place in hope of being able to find it easily. I did find it, but not very easily. I initially parked on the street in front of what I though was the correct entrance/cemetery, only to discover that I was in fact not in the right area. I got back in my vehicle and drove to the right address (don't follow the directions your GPS says). I finally found the entrance and drove in. What is great about this cemetery is that there are colored lines on the road that will take you to notable graves, if you follow them, you will be able to figure out where you need to go. The cemetery does have a map online and it will let you know which colored line takes you where. What is not so great about visiting here is the other people that have the same thought as you to do so. I visited a notable grave and was attempting to turn around to go to another notable grave and I was being closely followed by another person from out of state that had no idea what they were doing. I had to pull off the very narrow road to let them go around me. It is beautiful, and relaxing to be here. They have a pond in here where loved ones are allowed to spread the ashes of loved ones, but there is also a place to have them stored as well. read more

Visit a cemetery that you have no relatives? Yes, this one. The headstones are all different and fabulous. The grounds are kept immaculately. Now, you will get lost so make sure you stop and pick up a map. I found the scattering garden to be peaceful and what a wonderful idea. Not only do you scatter the ashes in the lawn but their name is inscribed so they are not forgotten. Birds sitting on the headstone, geese walking the grounds and deer wandering around.... perfect scene. This place is so large I suggest you give yourself a good two hours to see everything if slowing driving by vehicle. Enjoy read more

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I have very dear friends who are part of a minority and refused them a wedding ceremony at their "Temple of Love" because they don't agree with their religion. Even though they were very clear on respecting their property and paying what they were being asked to pay! Everything was going fine and on schedule till they were asked about their religion. We have contacted the local news and they will be running a story on this! Because it is discrimination and they will have to answer to this display of bigotry for absolutely no reason at all other than hatefulness. read more

Cave hill cemetery is a historic and legendary cemetery located in Louisville Kentucky at the tail end or beginning of (depending which way you want to see it) the popular highlands neighborhood. Home to the graves of legendary people such as col sanders of kfc fame, Mohamed Ali and George Rogers Clark. Also features other locals who have made a large impact on our community. Even the graves of the non celebrities here are very beautiful and artistic. Down creative and breathtaking tombstones at this beautiful landscaped grounds. A few lakes/ponds are on the grounds as well. It can be a little difficult to navigate as it is massive and mainly made of circles that have different letters and numbers. I did find out that if you stay on the road that is the white line it takes toy to other areas. Eventually the white line turns yellow and that signifies you are in the area where col sanders grave is. He is at the end of the yellow line. About 100 yards past col sanders to the right is the grave of the frito lay magician. Which is a popular site and grave to check out. About half way through the main road you will see a green line in a road. If you pull off and follow that to the one way road then that takes you to Muhammad Ali grave site. Overall very cool and beautiful place to check out. Popular with locals and tourists because of the huge names buried here. You can either drive or walk the grounds. I personally prefer driving because it is massive. read more

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Beautiful cemetery with people buried from the early 1800s. Meticulously landscaped & maintained with fountains, ducks & lakes. There were trails along the lake & sections marked that were confusing. We followed the white line to the office which was closed but we picked up a map in front. The map was very confusing, this is a very large cemetery & lettering was very small. There were no bathrooms, we were given directions to a portable potty which was pretty gross. We followed the green line to Muhammad Ali's grave site. Besides Ali we passed a very large & old National cemetery, Lewis & Clark, KFC, the kindergarten teacher who wrote the "happy birthday song", famous Kentuckians & civil war figures graves. This cemetery would be wonderful to bike ride through but it's not permitted. read more

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I am embarrassed at how long it took me to visit Cave Hill Cemetery since moving to Louisville. It is hard to believe that this gorgeous (300 + acres) is literally in the center of downtown Louisville. After driving through the gates the city is left behind and there is a feeling of being miles from a city. I don't know that I have ever experienced such a tranquil and serene place to spend an afternoon walking. Exquisite trees, bushes and flowers made the experience much like visiting an arboretum or botanical gardens as well as a cemetery. A very nice grounds keeper told us that there are over 60 varieties of trees alone! The sumac trees were blooming during our visit and the blooms were beautiful. Many flowers were in bloom too, including rose bushes, peony roses, iris and more. As with most who visit, we followed the green line and yellow lines to see the graves of Muhammad Ali and Colonel Sanders. They were as each beautiful in their own way. It was amazing to see the age of some of the tombstones and how well they have aged. Never have I see such a variety of tombstones and monuments. We enjoyed the lake and spent time watching the ducks and swans. The Twin Lakes Scattering Garden was a beautiful place to sit and reflect. Those interested in history could likely spend weeks here as the cemetery is rich with both Louisville and general history. There was a military section for those who enjoy military history. The cemetery is active and there was a burial taking place. It would take many visits to experience the cemetery in its entirety. The Mister and I walked almost 4 miles, and had our legs and feet been willing, would have walked more! Without a doubt, I will be frequenting the cemetery to wind down and exercise at the same time! read more

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Adjacent to the Eastern Cemetery that is in disrepair (but still worth a visit) https://www.yelp.com/biz/eastern-cemetery-louisville?hrid=vzFofOPskQy-dNPzDUWohg, Cave Hill is the five stars cemetery. Smooth roads, trimmed grass, headstones that are cared for and beautiful, this is a lovely cemetery that is in the tradition of European "garden-style" cemeteries like Père Lachaise https://www.yelp.com/biz/cimetière-du-père-lachaise-paris-5?hrid=0swvuhnp976JYaYlYxznxg and Kensall Green. Rolling hills, old trees and just a beautiful burying ground. Chartered on 1848, it is nearly 300 acres and is a National Cemetery with both Confederate and Union soldiers buried here. Famous interments included the sisters who composed the "Happy Birthday" song, boxer Muhammad Ali and KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders. [Review 13491 overall, 810 of 2020.] read more

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Cave Hill Cemetery is about as beautiful and serene as a cemetery can be. While our sons were in town for Father's Day weekend we decided to visit Cave Hill (we're those people who love to visit cemeteries) to visit some of the luminaries that are resting there, and to take in the beauty of such a storied cemetery. Driving in the main entrance you first travel down a long, tree-lined street. For those that have never visited before (like us) there is a kiosk with some informative pamphlets and a map. We knew who we wanted to visit, so the map helped us find our way. Cave Hill is a sprawling cemetery with criss-crossing roads and amazing scenery. The roads wind up hills and down valleys, all while paying silent respect and dignity to departed who rest here. Our first destination was to Muhammad Ali, his a very dignified, stately memorial. And surprisingly understated. Freshly planted flowers accompany the walkway up to his resting place. Our second destination was, of course, Colonel Harlan Sanders, and his grave site was pretty much as I expected. A bit of grandeur and nicely maintained. The Cemetery makes it easy to find these two locations simply by following the green (Ali) or yellow (Sanders) lines on the pavement. Otherwise just driving or walking around this cemetery is a beautiful experience. The varieties of the grave markers is amazing, ranging from a simple granite slab on the ground to grandiose sculptures and intricate headstones, all which reflect and pay respect to those resting there. My wife and I plan to return again, given more time, to take in the quiet beauty of this magnificent resting place. read more

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One of the most beautiful places in the city. Cave hill is very well known here as well as around the country. Today was a sad day for the family as a family member was buried here today. It is located in an area with some very unusual Head Stones. There is also a beautiful Dogwood tree that will set the location off very well. Rest In Peace. read more

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This serves the community as much more than a cemetery. It's more like a nature preserve and public active lifestyle space. Tons of birds and geese and pretty ponds and fountains. In the mornings there are deer and other critters. The cemetery is very walkable with tons of paths and greenery (though huge and probably only conquerable in sections). It's also very drivable if you want to cover more ground and see more of the property. Colonel Sanders is buried here, as is Muhammad Ali and a few other well known historical figures. A variety of graves, from the decadent to the simple. Some new, some old. I would recommend checking out this cemetery. Very pretty, very accessible, lots to offer. read more

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Colonel Sanders was born in 1890. He would work a crazy # of jobs including joining the U.S. Army (he was actually made an honorary colonel by the State of Kentucky in 1935 NOT the military), streetcar conductor, a railroad fireman, an insurance salesman, a secretary, a tire salesman, a ferry operator, a lawyer (he actually got into a fist fight with a client during a court case), and even a midwife. Eventually, Colonel Sanders ran a gas station in Corbin, Kentucky where he would cook pan fried chicken. In 1939, he developed a method of cooking chicken via pressure cooker for speed and flavor. Away from the kitchen, Sanders was notorious for his sexual proclivities, his strong use of curse words, and his temper (stayed in fights, shot and killed a competitor). After the closure of his restaurant, Colonel Sanders, traveled across the US, visiting potential franchisee restaurants. He offered them his chicken recipe in return for $.04 on every chicken sold. This process was slow & expensive; however, it worked. By 1964, he had franchised over 600 outlets. Although, at that time there weren't actually any Kentucky Fried Chicken locations, only restaurants that sold their chicken. At the age of 74, Colonel Sanders owned a thriving company which he ended up selling for $2 million and a yearly salary of $40,000. On December 16, 1980, Sanders died of leukemia at the age of 90. His body was ordered to lay in state at the Kentucky State Capitol. He was buried in Louisville, KY. Random Fact: In 1985, a victorious Japanese baseball team threw a statue of the Colonel into a river to celebrate. They haven't won a championship since. People say they are still suffering from "The Curse of the Colonel." read more

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I'm not a fan of cemeteries as the world is today. They aren't making anymore land and there are to many people on this earth. I think they exist because people can't handle the idea of their lack of existence mostly. My opinions aside this one is absolutely beautiful and full of some of the most unique headstones new and old that I have ever seen. Some might think visiting a cemetery on a vacation trip when you don't know anyone buried there is weird but I say do it! I could have spent all day there. Also as other reviews have said Muhammad Ali, & Colonel Sanders are buried there along with to many soldiers just follow the colored lines on the ground. read more

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I drove here the other day looking at all the sceneryAnd attempt to find a relative that is buried here. We were unsuccessful of trying to find a relative which was unfortunate but this cemetery is above and beyond the other cemeteries that I have seen here. Yes so many fancy statues and just beautiful gravestones and just everything it's sad and depressing when you think of it's all about the dead and they're there but it's very fascinating to see the structures that are built their read more

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Cave Hill is more than just a cemetery. It is both the final resting place for some of the biggest names in Louisville, but it is also an expansive park with winding roads and paths that are beautifully landscaped and maintained. Despite being in the middle of the city, the acreage quiets much of the sound and allows for quiet walks and contemplation. It is also somewhat of a tourist destination with maps readily available to find the graves of local and national celebrities. With its wide expanse, I will likely have to make another trip as I was only able to see a small portion of the grounds in the 2 hours. read more

Reviewing a cemetery? You can do ANYTHING on Yelp! Take note: this is an active site for the final resting place of some. You may see a burial or a service taking place. Be quiet and be respectful in those instances. But really, Cave Hill is more than just a cemetery. It is also a tourist draw, and just drop dead (get it?!) gorgeous! #sorrynotsorry Cave Hill has a long history and you will see some really old, interesting and ornate graves and mausoleums from so many times and eras. It is a feast for the eyes! It takes up an enormous amount of space in the middle of Louisville and even after several visits, I haven't made it through it all to see all of the points of interest. As a visitor, when you enter the main gate you can grab a map of the grounds with information on where to find resting sites of noteworthy/well-known...*ahem*....tenants. People important to US and KY history, as well as more recent figures. If you follow the green line on the ground, you will find Muhammad Ali, and if you follow the yellow line you will be taken to Colonel Harland Sanders. There is a military section, and if you are familiar with the city some recognizable names. In an older, less regularly visited section of the grounds, I have seen some apiaries/beehives. These seem to be helpful to the space, which is perfectly landscaped and well-kept, with beautiful flowers and greenery alongside ponds and waterscapes. I really....can't adequately express how beautiful and peaceful Cave Hill Cemetery is. If you are looking for something outdoors, but not strenuous to do...touristy, but slightly off the beaten path...just some peace and quiet in our busy lives....Cave Hill is certainly worth some of your time. Pay a respectful visit, and enjoy the loveliness. read more

Visiting Cave Hill Cemetery has been a part of my childhood and adulthood. It's a beautiful spot full of history and I hope to take a historical tour soon. The lake, full of ducks and fish, is a popular destination for visitors. We always take a couple of bread loaves with us - but beware, the ducks are plentiful and come very close. Around the lake are buckeye trees and several buckeyes fall on the ground. Throughout Cave Hill are benches to sit and relax, visit and reflect. The grounds are massive and with each visit you'll spot something you haven't before. Some well known community figures have been buried here (Colonel Sanders, Muhammad Ali, the magician). In addition to plots, mausoleums and areas to place ashes are available. My parents also purchased a tree and had it dedicated to the family. My parents bought their plots 30 years ago when a new area opened. It was a bare field but it's now full of beautiful headstones, bushes and trees. I encourage everyone to visit part of Louisville's history and tradition. read more

I walked through Cave Hill for the first time over the weekend. The weather was perfect and Cave Hill is absolutely beautiful during this time of the year, with trees and flowers beginning to bloom. There are some notable people buried in Cave Hill, like Muhammad Ali and Colonel Sanders. As you walk or drive through this cemetery, remember that beloved family members and friends are laid to rest here - it is important to be respectful of this and not be loud or bump loudly to the music in the car. If you want to do that, go down the block to Cherokee Park. I am looking forward to going back and walking to new places here at Cave Hill. I walked for about two hours but there is still so much I haven't seen yet. On the day I went, there weren't a lot of people at Cave Hill, which was nice. It's so important during this pandemic to keep our distance from each other. Honestly, Cherokee Park is getting a little too crowded for me, so I was happy to find a place without many people to take a stroll. Stay safe, everyone! We will get through this together, apart. read more

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Beautiful huge cemetery. Final resting place of Harlin Sanders ( founder of KFC ) not the reason we went. Very park like, lots of wild life, trees and flowers. I believe they had posted no picnics which is ridiculous. Cemeteries like this were gathering places for picnics in the Victorian age. I realize some people can be pigs and leave trash behind ( possibly the main reason behind the rule ). Beautiful massive obolisks and monuments. Lake was full of ducks and geese. They provide maps if you are lucky enough to get one. The first box we came across was empty , second one had a few. If you like to walk cemeteries Cave Hill will not disappoint. If you can find it there is a coffee table book that had been printed about Cave Hill. read more

Beautiful cemetery. Well maintained grounds with awesome landscaping. Beautiful with still enough of a creepy factor to keep things interesting. Got to see Muhammad Ali's grave along with Colonel Sanders and thought that was really cool. Follow the yellow line for Sanders and follow the green line for Ali's. Both will take you straight to the graves. The hills, trees, ponds just make everything look so pretty and peaceful. Not sure what else to look for as far as rating a cemetery, so this is as far as I'll go. read more

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This sounds ridiculous but we were on our honeymoon in a cemetery... Let me explain. So we were driving across the country and made a stop in Louisville. Since we had come straight from our wedding we had a minivan full of wedding bouquets from the bridal party that would not last much longer. So what better place to leave flowers and pay respects than here. So I was looking for the grave for the Greatest of All Time, Mr. Ali, but kinda got lost. So we pull up to a volunteer here in a van that has "just married" and "pug life" written all over it, and ask for directions. He noted the car decoration and then asked why the heck we were in a cemetery for our honeymoon. Then after hearing our story and deciding we were about just as weird as he was, he told his co worker he was taking a break hopped in his car and gave us a private tour of the whole cemetery by car. John was an amazing tour guide!! We visited Colonel Sanders, a magicians grave, the grave of a young girl with a statue of her with Jesus holding her swing set (Jesus was literally her swing and it was slightly weird). This cemetery is just gorgeous and keep in mind it is also an arboretum. They even host weddings here! Lastly, I got to leave a bouquet for Muhammad Ali and pay my respects and heard all the background on the day he was buried and how he came to pick that spot. Sure it was an odd place for a honeymoon spot but we ended up having a great time. read more

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This is not only a very historic cemetery it's actually one the most beautiful. And yes, it's an arboretum, too. It's especially lovely in the spring and fall. Not to be missed. It's also a National Cemetery where numerous Civil War dead are laid to rest. They also have a number of walking tours from time to time that are interesting and informative. And true to its name there is a cave. read more

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This amazing place is tranquil and spectacular at the same time. We live 2 hours away and just this location alone is worth a trip to Louisville. Besides the obvious; Mohammed Ali and the Colonel, there are so many unique memorial stones here. I could hours here. I just learned that they do free tours- I'm 100% going back for that. HIGHLY recommend. read more

I wasn't going to write a review of this place but I decided to Cave and get it done. My Dad likes reading Cemetery reviews (don't ask) so Hill be happy to see this. Beautiful graveyard with a grand entrance. It caught me by surprise as I was exploring the city, and thus I ended up spending longer here than I expected to. Whether you are here to mourn your loved ones or just take a walk and reflect on life itself, this is a wonderful place to do so. read more

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Who would take a tour a cemetery? Never thought that would be me but I was told it was a beautiful place and looking for outside activities and having moved close to it, we went over Saturday to walk around. We got lost for a minute but ran into the burial site for Ali. Some of those tombstones out there were beautiful. The grounds are well maintained unless you go off the regular path. We went down to the pond by the scattering site and the dirt path had some tree branches down so we moved those and were able to relax for a minute at the pond. It seemed huge and was fairly busy with people driving around and walking. Good place to chill and relax so I guess a lot of people are interested in that. read more

Would recommend go there & enjoy walking to see the famous people like Muhammad Ali, Colonel Harland Sanders & others! The quality & value there is clean cut and throughly enjoy view of Fall season while walking. read more

People closest to me know my thoughts on anything spiritual. Cemeteries come into play because while religions think they know what happens to you when you die, no one knows for certain. People cry in cemeteries. No matter how sunny the day is, most cemeteries have this somber haze. People aren't sure how to greet one another(if at all). It's always weird to me when people half-smile or say hello to you in a cemetery. Dude, we're around hundreds of dead people! Before I get on with this review, my immediate thought when walking through Cave Hill was... so many dead people. So many stories. I'm also a firm believer that anything and everything can be funny so obviously when I saw a grave with the name Begel, I immediately thought Bagel! Where's the cream cheese? Why am I reviewing a cemetery you ask? This particular cemetery is beautiful. There are hundreds of people buried and cremated here. I'm curious on how this cemetery came to be one of the places where many local and internationally known celebrities(More on that later) are buried. Part of the reason might be because of all the soldiers here that make it a historic landmark. Maybe the cave that named the cemetery kept alluring people. Beauty, check! Interesting fact number two is how large this cemetery is. There are simple and elaborate graves. Small headstones. Large headstones. Mausoleums. An area designated for fallen soldiers. Headstones that make you stop and say... what the are you guys thinking? It echoes back to class, wealth, and just how full of themselves people are. Maybe that's unfair, but honestly you're dead. Do you really need to Super Size your death to the living? This isn't a fast food burger place! How about taking your mausoleum money and donating it to a good cause? There are also ponds, plenty of geese, a cave(that's off limits to visitors), bee hives on one side, a small bamboo area, and I'm sure I missed something. Beauty, check! Large, check! We spent most of the afternoon exploring the cemetery(3-4 hours). I was amazed that so many people were out driving and walking around the place. We're likely the only people that walked there, walked around, and then left on foot. The number of celebrities likely keep the place heavily trafficked. Notables are buried here like Colonel Sanders, Muhammad Ali, George Rogers Clark, and James Graham Brown. There are plenty of others that played a role in this community. Beauty, check! Large, check! People, check! They have maps available throughout the cemetery. I also noticed that they have numerous events throughout the year. You can schedule a tour, but it's an easy task to find everything on your own. If you're into sculpture at all, I highly recommend visiting Cave Hill! You could easily spend the day here with your camera. You should remember that it is a cemetery. Respect the dead wherever they are! read more

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I am not one to go through cemeteries casually, however, Cave Hill is a special one. It's a tourist spot...resting place to Colonial Sanders and Muhammad Ali. So why not stop in at least once? When you first come through the large gates, this cemetery is much, much bigger than it seems. Many different areas you can explore, beautiful scenery and headstones all over.... The only complaint I had was that their labeling with numbers and letters get extremely confusing, especially if you are trying to find certain areas. It can get overwhelming very easily, so GET A MAP!! A few other notable names in here you can find are Henry Watterson, J. Graham Brown..essentially many of the biggest names of Louisville. If you do find Colonial Sander's grave, make sure to bring your KFC bucket and fried chicken with you, as many people actually do that and I find it hilarious. Many headstones are dated wayyy back, and you'll even spot some big, beautiful mausoleums along the way. You will also spot many people around walking, which brings me to my point that this is an excellent place to get some fresh air and exercise (Although I don't think they allow running.) Tourist or not, you must visit the Cave Hill Cemetery and bask in its beauty. read more

We visited here to see George Rogers Clarks' grave (which turned out to be underwhelming). We didn't realize that Muhammad Ali and Colonel Sanders were also buried here or that it contained a civil war era military cemetery. We ended up spending about an hour driving around and looking at some truly unusual grave markers. If you are into history or just unusual things this is a must see. We stopped at the little building just inside the gate and the gentleman there gave us a map and told us about some of the things we could visit. He was very helpful. read more

It's a bit odd reviewing a cemetery, but I'm a frequent visitor to Cave Hill so I thought I'd give it a go. In addition to being the final resting place for my grandparents, Cave Hill is a beautiful and historic park-like setting. I've spent many afternoons wandering down by the pond or through the ornate buildings. The old section dates back to the mid 19th century. It's a national cemetery that contains hundreds, if not a thousand plus, of those who fought in our country's Civil War. The sheer number of small, white headstones is a powerful reminder of how many were lost in those four years. Cave Hill is also filled with the who's who of Louisville and KY politicians, business folk, and celebrities. For KFC fans, the Colonel rests here. If you are interested in local history or are looking for a serene place to walk or meditate, Cave Hill's one of the best spots in the Highlands/Phoenix Hill area. read more

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If you're looking for history or morbidity, this place won't disappoint. The architecture, the well-maintained grounds, the history ... I left feeling a little bit different about cemeteries this day. read more

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My wife and I went here last Saturday and had an excellent, rewarding experience. We came purely to walk around by ourselves, but then a nice groundsman I think his name was Thomas) offered to show us around for an hour! He was extremely knowledgeable about the historical figures buried there and the history of the graveyard itself. I personally found it interesting how the story of Louisville itself can basically be told through the important people buried there. Try to go when it's sunny out, but in any case, the cemetery is absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Highly recommended! read more

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This grave yard is amazing as it is huge. I went there for the sole purpose of paying my respects to two of the cemeteries famous graves, Mohammed Ali and Col. Harland Sanders. Google maps takes you directly to those grave sites, other wise I would have never found them. Like I said, this place is huge. Col Sanders grave site is marked with a large structure with a bust of the Col. Ali's grave site is a bite more simple. and has a tombstone with Ali and a foot stone with a quote enscribed in it. It is directly across from Twin Lakes Scattering Gardens. There was a Muslim gentleman praying at the grave while I was there. The cemetery is well maintained and the staff there is very friendly. It is impressive that they are able to take care of such a vast area, 296 acres in all. As you would expect, there is no admission fee, but please be respectfully while visiting because it is still a cemetery and many people have been laid to rest there. There are some very impressive tombstones there and some grave that date back to the 1800s. Lots of history here and other notable Kentucky people are buried here. read more

Beautiful cemetery with unique head stones dating back to in or around the 1850's or maybe older. Showing you just how old the town of Louisville really is very old indeed. read more

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