12. King’s Chapel Burying Ground (Massachusetts)
Founded in 1630, King’s Chapel Burying Ground is Boston’s oldest cemetery and the final resting place for many colonial leaders, including John Winthrop. While the bustling Freedom Trail draws crowds to more prominent landmarks, this quiet graveyard preserves the stories of the city’s earliest residents. Its weathered stones and shaded paths offer a somber, contemplative link to the people who helped lay the foundations of Massachusetts—and the nation.
