Park · Graceland Cemetery, Chicago

Graceland Cemetery

Graceland Cemetery
Photo: Michael Lazarev (Asmadeus), CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Graceland Cemetery functions as a landscaped park open to visitors. It holds graves of prominent Chicago figures including architects and industrialists. Look for distinctive tombs and sculptures throughout the grounds.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Chicago: Architecture & Deep Dish

Visiting Graceland Cemetery: what to know

Tickets
Free
Time needed
One to two hours
Best time
Weekday mornings
Getting there
CTA Red Line to Sheridan station then a short walk

Chicago itineraries with Graceland Cemetery

Day 3 of Chicago: Architecture & Deep Dish

Lincoln Park and Graceland Cemetery

How Graceland Cemetery fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Lincoln Park Zoo & ConservatoryLincoln Park Zoo
  2. 13:45The Green Mill Cocktail LoungeThe Green Mill
  3. 15:00Graceland Cemetery Architecture WalkGraceland Cemetery
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Graceland Cemetery FAQs

Is Graceland Cemetery open to the public?

Yes, visitors may enter during daylight hours.

Who is buried at Graceland Cemetery?

Notable burials include Daniel Burnham, Marshall Field and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.

Are guided tours available at Graceland Cemetery?

The cemetery offers occasional tours. Check the office for current schedules.

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