Savannah Georgia USA
Tourism Sites
Bonaventure Cemetery
🧠 Fact: Made famous by the novel Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, it’s one of the most atmospheric cemeteries..
💡 Tip: Take a guided tour to uncover the cemetery’s best stories and symbolism.
Info: Bonaventure Cemetery, located in Savannah, Georgia, is a historic and picturesque burial ground established in 1846 on the former Bonaventure Plantation. Renowned for its moss-draped live oaks, Victorian-era monuments, and scenic views of the Wilmington River, it spans nearly 160 acres. The cemetery gained fame through John Berendt's 1994 novel Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Notable interments include songwriter Johnny Mercer, poet Conrad Aiken, and the poignant statue of "Little Gracie" Watson, a child who died in 1889. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Bonaventure offers a serene blend of history, art, and natural beauty.