Classic Evening Lantern Tour
Visitors take a two-hour guided walk through Sleepy Hollow Cemetery illuminated by kerosene lantern light. The tour stops at the graves of Washington Irving, Andrew Carnegie, William Rockefeller, and former Chicago Mayor Walter Gurnee. Along the way, guests admire historic cemetery art, architecture, and symbolic carvings.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
Start times vary due to sunset.
Ages
10+
Parking
There is plenty of free parking inside the gate.
Accessibility
The approximately 1.5-mile route is in the dark, includes steep hills, stairs, unpaved and gravel roads, and has nowhere to sit.
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Tips & Advice
- Park for free inside the cemetery gate.
- Make sure everyone in your group can complete the full walk, as cemetery gates are locked during the tour and early exits are not permitted except for medical emergencies.
- Wear sturdy walking shoes suitable for steep hills, stairs, and unpaved, gravel pathways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in bad weather?
Tours run rain or shine, but will be canceled and refunded in the event of severe weather like high winds, lightning, or heavy rain. Any cancellation notice will be posted at least one hour before start time.
How long and difficult is the walking tour?
The tour lasts approximately two hours and covers about 1.5 miles across steep hills, stairs, and unpaved, grassy, or gravel terrain with no seating.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Due to the challenging walking route in the dark, the tour is recommended for ages 10 and older.
Can participants leave early?
No, cemetery gates are locked once the tour starts, so leaving early is not permitted unless there is a medical emergency.
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