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When to consider visiting

April–May and September–October

Seasonal guidance is a starting point; check weather and dates for your chosen experiences.

Choosing a base

Downtown Gettysburg: Central location for shops, restaurants, walking tours and close to visitor services. Near Gettysburg National Military Park (Lincoln Square area): Quick access to battlefield driving tour start points and main monuments. Seminary Ridge / Eisenhower area: Quieter stay with easy access to Eisenhower NHS and western battlefield sectors.

Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide

2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide

Witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Your knowledgeable guide discusses the various p…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Gettysburg’s haunted streets with our walking ghost tour! This immersive experience invites you to explore the rich history and spectral …

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

This narrated, self-guided tour of the Battle of Gettysburg brings to life the most important battle of the Civil War! Here, Union forces staged a nearly impossible defense against…

Approx. 240 minutesView on Viator →
Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour

Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour

Echoes of War is the premiere ghost tour in Gettysburg. We’ll bring you into the heart of the town that the Civil War nearly decimated and show you some of the city's most haunted …

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
Gettysburg: Ghost Hunt Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear

Gettysburg: Ghost Hunt Tour with Ghost Hunting Gear

We provide special ghost hunting gear and guidance as you conduct the "inquiries" in a dark and spooky "haunt" known for its spectral activity. Our old school Ghost Hunt is precede…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
Ghost Tour: History and Haunts - Family Friendly - Best in Gettysburg

Ghost Tour: History and Haunts - Family Friendly - Best in Gettysburg

Experience for yourself the historic and psychic aftermath unique to Gettysburg. You will never forget your “walk through time and dimension” with our knowledgeable and entertainin…

Approx. 75 minutesView on Viator →

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