The Mountain View Cemetery is a large cemetery in Oakland, California. It was established in 1863 by a group of East Bay Pioneers under the California Rural Cemetery Act of 1859. The association they formed still operates the cemetery today. Mountain View was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the landscape architect who also designed New York City's Central Park and much of Stanford University. Many of California's important historical figures, drawn by Olmsted's reputation, are buried here and there are many grandiose crypts in tribute to the wealthy who are buried there, so many that one section is known as "Millionaires' Row." Because of this, and its beautiful setting, the cemetery is a tourist draw and docents lead bi-monthly tours. Panoramic views of the entire Bay Area greet you among lush green hills spotted with Eucalyptus and Oak trees. Come here and watch the sunset (or the fog roll in) from an unparalleled vantage point, perched in the magnificent East Bay hills.
Website: mountainviewcemetery.org
Phone: (510) 658-2588
Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Piedmont Ave and Ramona Ave
Closed now
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5000 Piedmont Ave Oakland, CA 94611 ·2334.83 mi
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This is a truly beautiful part of the city and I enjoy walking around the cemetery, It is historic and has a lot of very old monuments. Also some lovely landscaping and gardens. The site itself is special, on a hillside with views of the Bay, downtown Oakland and San Francisco.
MoreWe went to the Tulip Festival, which was a display of flower arrangements by professionals with a tulip theme. Some great creativity and a lot of color. The cemetery is huge, on the side of hills with a lot of beautiful landscaping and monuments, plus views of the Bay. An historic area for the region.
MoreWhen it is open to the public, it is a good idea to visit to enjoy the beauty of the open space and the lovely landscaping plus some excellent views of the Bay and the city.
MoreI would have loved to have printed from a website or purchased a map noting famous grave sites and/or monuments. There are spectacular views, and some very intersting monuments. Definitely read about it before you go.
MoreThis cemetery is very popular with the locals who come here for the lovely long walks and the superb views of the Bay. Famous East Bay folks are buried here.
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