Texas State Cemetery Tour
Guided Group Tours
We offer free guided tours of the Texas State Cemetery for groups larger than 10. Groups under 10 are welcome to tour on their own or check in at the Visitor Center to see if a guide is available for walkup tours. We require 24 hours’ notice to schedule a guided tour.
- Group Size: For guided tours, groups should include a minimum of 10 visitors; groups with more than 40 visitors will be divided into smaller groups with additional tour guides. The maximum number that can be accommodated for a guided tour is 160 visitors.
- Tours are available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with group tours starting on the hour or half hour and lasting approximately 45 minutes to an hour; the last tour of the day begins at 4:15 p.m.
- If a scheduled tour group is running late or needs to cancel, please call ahead. The tour length may be adjusted depending on other scheduled tours.
- If planning to bring a group independently, please call in advance to list your group on the Cemetery calendar and to check for any scheduled events or funerals.
Funeral Notice
As a working cemetery, please note that funerals must take precedence over tours. Scheduled group tours may be canceled or rescheduled in the event of a funeral. The Texas State Cemetery appreciates the understanding of its visitors in these unique circumstances.
Reservations Contact
| Email: | Cemetery.Tours@tspb.texas.gov |
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| Phone: | (512) 305-8524 |
Reservation Information Needed
- Group or school name
- Arrival date and time
- Grade level, number of students and total number of adults (including chaperones and parents)
- Group leader's name
- Mobile phone contact number
- Email address
- Any special requests
Self-Guided Walking Tour
The walking tour map can be obtained at the Cemetery Visitor Center Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You may also download or print the map in advance of your visit. There is no public Wi-Fi connection at the Cemetery.
Cemetery Rules
- Rubbings of gravestones are prohibited to prevent damage to newly restored headstones and monuments.
- Food and beverages are prohibited on Cemetery grounds at all times.
- Pets are not allowed on Cemetery grounds at any time; however, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), service animals trained to perform specific tasks for an individual with a disability are permitted.
- Texas Administrative Code: Texas State Cemetery - Rules
Tour Content
Guided group tours will focus on the lives and legacies of individuals buried at the Cemetery who made significant contributions to Texas history and culture. These tours are particularly aligned with the 4th and 7th grade Texas history curriculum, though school groups of all grade levels will enjoy and benefit from the content.
For any questions related to tour content, please contact Ali James, Director of Visitor Services, by email at Ali.James@tspb.texas.gov or by phone at (512) 463-5495.
Parking and Facilities
The Texas State Cemetery Visitors Center is located at 909 Navasota Street. Due to limited space, buses are prohibited from driving onto Cemetery grounds or using the Cemetery drive; buses may unload and park at the bagged meters on Navasota Street directly in front of the Visitors Center. Street parking is available for vehicles on Navasota Street between 7th and 11th Streets; be aware of residential parking signs and parking meters. Accessible parking for those with disabilities is available on the drive in front of the Visitors Center. Please check in at the Visitors Center office upon arrival. Note that restroom facilities are limited and comfortable shoes are recommended due to the uneven terrain of the grounds.