Boothilll Graveyard, Tombstone

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Numerous victims of the Wild West were buried at Boothilll Graveyard, one of the most famous western cemeteries thanks to the town's name, during the 19th century. Most of the attraction's "residents" were outlaws, murder victims, those who took their own life by suicide, and people hanged between 1878 and 1884. It is believed that around 250 bodies lie at the cemetery. In some cases they were identified immediately, but others were showcased in the undertaker's window until someone recognized them, even if just by nickname. You'll see causes of death such as "Stabbed," "Drowned," "Killed by Indians," and "Died of Leprosy," and references like "Queen of the Red Light District." Before you head to Tombstone, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly Tombstone vacation planning app, to make sure you see all that Tombstone has to offer, including Boothilll Graveyard.

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By MaverickJA

I was hoping to see names I would know here, but I didn't. Doesn't take away from the experience, just would have been cool. They give you a little booklet that explains each grave that is not...

I was hoping to see names I would know here, but I didn't. Doesn't take away from the experience, just would have been cool. They give you a little booklet that explains each grave that is not... more »
By Trekkieusn

love the fact that community restored the cemetery and were able to ID most of the people buried there is awesome, there is alalso a memorial to the Jewish settlers who died there.

love the fact that community restored the cemetery and were able to ID most of the people buried there is awesome, there is alalso a memorial to the Jewish settlers who died there. more »
By ckl879

Fascinating view of old west Arizona. Most graves were from the late 1800s. The interesting part is that the cause of death is listed on the wooden marker. Most died of gunshots!!!

Fascinating view of old west Arizona. Most graves were from the late 1800s. The interesting part is that the cause of death is listed on the wooden marker. Most died of gunshots!!! more »

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By Cody P

If you go to Tombstone I feel like you need to see Boothill Cemetery. It's only $3 per person to get in, and you're given a little information booklet about all the graves there. We spent close to an hour here, though we prioritized the more famous and unique graves. Some people could spend less or more time here and still feel like they got what they wanted out of their visit. The reviews that dismiss this place as "fake" irritate me - this is a real graveyard that houses the final resting place for many of Tombstone's founding and famous citizens. This place definitely has a tourist attraction touch to it, hence some of the occasional more comical tombstones (which is most of what these reviews are referencing), but they're still real graves, and you're still expected to be respectful when you visit.

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By Jimmy S

Very interesting to see. $3 per adult to enter. You are given a guide map upon entering. If you are into the history of Tombstone, then this is a must stop. The cemetery has an amazing view. Plan on spending about 30min to an hour to view all of the site.

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By L Stanley

This is worth the $3 entrance. The booklet comes with the entrance fee & has the stories behind each grave. It’s well kept and interesting to walk through. The gift shop is very nice as well, with a sweet clerk to welcome everyone.

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By Debbie Drives and Travels

I thought it was super interesting. But, admittedly, I like snooping around graveyards. Especially pioneer graveyards. A lot of people didn't live very long for a variety of reasons. The graveyard in Virginia City, Nevada is arguably the best. So many died from the mines and ghosts, if you believe, are everywhere. So many here in this site were just shot in an argument.

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By John Evans

This was quite a fun little cemetery. They had a pamphlet with your entry fee that told you about everybody. They knew that was buried there. The prices were very reasonable for everything. I was quite surprised. I was expecting to pay a lot more for my day at tombstone.

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