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Burial Hill Cemetery

One of the oldest cemeteries in America containing graves of several Mayflower passengers, many early settlers, and some interesting epitaphs. High spot with nice views of downtown and the harbor.

free

Address: Behind First Church at the top of Leyden St
Getting there: climb steps to right of First Church; there is another entrance next to the John Carver Inn
Price: Free
Website: plymouth-ma.gov (opens in a new tab)

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