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Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19134. One of Philadelphia's largest Catholic cemeteries, operated by the Archdiocese.

Founded

1868

Size

120 acres

Estimated burials

70,000

Price tier

Moderate

Open now

Closed

Directory signals last refreshed January 8, 2026.

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Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia serves Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a church cemetery with roots dating back to 1868. One of Philadelphia's largest Catholic cemeteries, operated by the Archdiocese. Current directory enrichment highlights burial, pre planning, cremation, columbarium alongside visitor amenities such as parking, benches, walking paths, chapel. Families typically encounter estimated burial pricing around $6,080.
Traditional churchyardCatholic
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Weekday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Weekend9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
HolidayBy appointment
OfficeMonday-Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Currently closed

Burial offices may close during parish services or holy days.

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burial
pre planning
cremation
columbarium
mausoleum
flower delivery
monument sales
genealogy research
Amenities

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parking
benches
walking paths
chapel
restrooms
water stations
gazebo
Pricing

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Price tier: moderate

Burial cost: $6,080

Cremation cost: $1,651

Pre-planning: Available

Financing: Not listed

Source: Estimated from directory heuristics

Last checked: 2026-03-27

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Pet policy

service only

Nearby landmarks

Philadelphia Historic DistrictPhiladelphia City HallPhiladelphia Riverfront

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How do I schedule a burial or committal at Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia?

Arrangements are generally coordinated through the parish office. Call ahead to confirm required documents, arrival windows, and whether chapel or committal shelter space must be reserved.

Does Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia offer cremation or columbarium options?

Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia lists cremation-related services in the directory, and families should confirm current niche, columbarium, or scattering-garden availability before visiting.

Can I research older burial records at Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia?

Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia has enough archival depth to support genealogy research, and the directory reflects either active digitized records or staff-assisted history lookups.

Are there visitor rules I should know before arriving at Holy Cross Cemetery Philadelphia?

Visitors should plan for respectful, daytime visits, follow posted rules for flowers and decorations, and confirm pet, photo, and service-hour policies before traveling.

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