Spend a day with the dead.

“Tombstone tourism” is on the rise. Cemeteries, those places most of us strive to stay out of, are once again popular tourist destinations. Part of the reason is that cemeteries, and historic cemeteries in particular, have become more “tourist-friendly.” The best of them have free guide maps, an information booth at the entrance, and there’s sure to be a refreshment stall at the main gates. Immerse yourself in local history, enjoy nature and get within six feet of some famous people. Best of all, admission is always free.