Find out the answer to the immortal question at the memorial. A huge structure with the tombs of President Ulysses and First Lady Julia.

The General Grant National Memorial is often called Grant's Tomb, and so it is. The splendid neoclassic mausoleum was completed in 1897 and remains the burial place of Ulysses S. Grant and his wife Julia Grant. At one time this stunning memorial was the top tourist attraction in New York City, and over the years it faded into obscurity. Today,... More

If your into history and interesting free things to do in NYC. Not much to see, but then again it is a tomb. Go learn something.

I can't tell you how much we enjoyed this beautiful memorial. Don't know how we did it, but we were the only ones to be inside...and the memorial is gorgeous...

I grew up not too far from this Memorial. It is very impressive. Once inside you will view the President's life in photos and exhibits. The lower level wil lhave both his and his wife's sarcophagus. The area is located by the Hudson river. Great views. Great location. Parking will be a problem. I suggest that you take the subway.... More

It's a beautiful setting on the Hudson and there is some good history to be learned at the Grant Memorial.

I've visited the site several times as it's in my neighborhood. I'm somewhat of a history buff, so I take all my visitors there. The interior is large and doesn't have a whole lot to offer in terms of exhibits, so be sure to take a free tour on the hour from a park ranger. The tour was just walking... More

It is obvious from the picture that this is a beautiful and awe-inspiring neoclassical site. We saw it through the trees from the river cruise and then visited in person. No more need be said. What truly deserves attention is the free talk offered by the park ranger. I believe these happen four times a day. We went to the... More

I’d wanted to try and see different areas of New York and went up there to see Grant’s Tomb. Hubby being the history buff loved the Civil War information and the facility itself is a really beautiful dome. Parts were roped off so you couldn't go downstairs to the tomb level but you could view it from above. 30 minute... More