Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays

Tours begin at the main gate on Oakland Avenue. The Visitor Center is located at 374 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SE. The Visitor Center has restrooms, snacks, and unique Oakland gifts. Be sure to stop by before or after your tour!

This is THE definitive Oakland tour. Discover the history, the period gardens, and the art and architecture that give Oakland its distinctive character. Oakland is an outdoor museum of Atlanta’s history with over 70,000 stories to tell; stories filled with both stunning victories and heart-wrenching tragedies. Join one of our knowledgeable and entertaining guides for a 90-minute walking tour of the grounds.

Discover the history, the Victorian gardens, and the

Spaces are limited – we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.

Historic Oakland Foundation Members
Historic Oakland Foundation memberships include free tickets for Sights, Symbols, and Stories tour. Check your membership level before you purchase. Individual members receive one (1) ticket, dual members two (2) tickets, and family memberships four (4) tickets. Membership status will be confirmed before the tour.

Accessibility

Not all areas of Historic Oakland Cemetery are wheelchair accessible. Please let us know if you need an accessible route when purchasing your ticket. There is designated parking for vehicles with a disability permit by the Visitors Center. This is the best option for parking as the main entrance is paved with cobblestones, and both the East Gate and Memorial Drive Gate entrances have either a step or curb.

ASL interpreter available if given three days (72 hours) notice before the start of the tour.