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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: USD
- Languages: English
- Climate: Continental
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Population: Gettysburg has a population of approximately 7,800 residents.
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Gettysburg is during spring and fall when the weather is mild.
- Visa Requirements Gettysburg, like the rest of the United States, requires visas for most international visitors. Citizens of certain countries may be eligible for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) or can apply for an e-visa. U.S., EU, and UK citizens generally do not need a visa for tourism or business stays up to 90 days if they meet specific requirements.
About Gettysburg
Gettysburg is a historic town in Pennsylvania, renowned for its pivotal role in the American Civil War. The Battle of Gettysburg, fought in July 1863, was a turning point in the war, and today, visitors can explore the battlefields, monuments, and museums that commemorate this event. The town offers a blend of history, scenic beauty, and small-town charm, making it a compelling destination for history buffs and those interested in American heritage. Visitors can walk through the Gettysburg National Military Park, visit the Gettysburg National Cemetery where President Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address, and enjoy the quaint downtown area with its shops and restaurants.
Top Attractions
1. **Gettysburg National Military Park**: This park preserves the site of the Battle of Gettysburg and offers guided tours and self-guided driving tours. 2. **Gettysburg National Cemetery**: Known for President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, this cemetery is a solemn tribute to the soldiers who died during the battle. 3. **Little Round Top**: A strategic hill during the battle, offering panoramic views of the battlefield. 4. **Gettysburg Museum of the Civil War**: Located in the Gettysburg National Military Park, this museum provides an in-depth look at the battle and its significance. 5. **Dobbin House Tavern**: A historic tavern that dates back to 1776, offering tours and dining experiences.
Popular Activities
Gettysburg offers a variety of activities for visitors. History enthusiasts can explore the battlefields on guided tours, either on foot or by car. For adventure seekers, there are ghost tours and paranormal investigations, as Gettysburg is known for its haunted history. Cultural experiences include visiting local museums and attending reenactments of the battle. Recreational activities include hiking and biking through the scenic countryside.
Gettysburg Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Pennsylvania
- Duration Range: Gettysburg offers a variety of activities for visitors. History enthusiasts can explore the battlefields on guided tours, either on foot or by car. For adventure seekers, there are ghost tours and paranormal investigations, as Gettysburg is known for its haunted history. Cultural experiences include visiting local museums and attending reenactments of the battle. Recreational activities include hiking and biking through the scenic countryside.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Gettysburg is during spring and fall when the weather is mild. Visitors should pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Cultural etiquette includes respecting historical sites and following park rules. Safety tips include being mindful of traffic and pedestrian areas. It's advisable to use credit cards or cash for payments, as many local businesses accept both.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
51 Available Tour Excursions in Gettysburg
The only Gettysburg walking tour that highlight's Abraham Lincoln's visit to Gettysburg during the dedication of the National Cemetery.
Price: $25.00
Duration: 1 hours
The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also hear stories about the heroic citizens who sacrificed everything to assist the soldiers. You will walk past houses and buildings and hear stories about what it was like to be a soldier and a civilian during those three seminal days in July.
Price: $25.00
Duration: 1 hours
Gettysburg is filled with true mystery stories. These rival ghost tours, but have the element of history. Your guide may tell you about an unsolved murder, a missing bell, bodies missing from a cemetery, and many more stories.
Price: $25.00
Duration: 1 hours
During your hour-long excursion, you will listen to your hostess recount stories of Union wagon trains which stretched for miles along Baltimore Pike, venture to the haunted pond which lays below "the Lost Avenue", or as historian call it, "Neill Avenue". General Neill's brigade occupied these woods until July 5th, 1863, his mission, to guard the right flank of the Union Army and more importantly, protect Baltimore Pike. For the soldiers stationed here, the Lost Avenue was about snipers in the shadows, skirmishes in the woods, and withering gun fire from the woods, fields, and behind stone walls which killed or wounded more than 20 Union soldiers. During your haunted farm tour, we invite you to use ghost hunting equipment, toast a marshmallow or two, and experience the untouched landscape where soldiers once roamed. There are steps to get into the hay wagon and is not wheel chair accessible
Price: $35.00
Duration: 1 hours
Step into the realm of the unknown and immerse yourself in the beautiful college campus that once held temporary grave sites, where the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. Behold the apparitions that come and go like whispers in the wind and feel the presence of ‘The Blue Boy’, a lost soul who lingers outside a third-story dormitory window, his eyes fixed on a world that continues to move forward without him. Embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries held within the walls of a building where two modern college administrators once descended into a Civil War Hospital, frozen in time, 130 years after the war’s end.
Price: $18.15
Duration: 1 hours
The Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides is the largest and oldest tour group in Gettysburg. With over 20 years of experience, our 15 tested guides are story tellers who engage the visitors with interesting aspects of Gettysburg, its history and its people.
Price: $30.00
Duration: 1 hours
Visit the oldest museum in Gettysburg! Learn the story of the only civilian to be killed during the Battle of Gettysburg. Authentically furnished from cellar to attic, the Jennie Wade House is a shrine to Jennie and to life during the American Civil War. Beyond the battlefield's thunder, this quiet home whispers the poignant, personal tragedy of Gettysburg's only civilian casualty—a life extinguished mid-morning by a stray bullet. Just 20 years old at the time of the Battle, Jennie was kneading dough in the kitchen when a rifle bullet pierced two doors and claimed her life. Artifacts from that fatal day in 1863 are on display as well, including the artillery shell that punctured the roof of the house and a floorboard with Jennie’s blood still on it.
Price: $16.00
Duration: 0 hours
Explore the untold stories and little-known facts of this legendary small town on the Secrets of Gettysburg Tour. With rarely-told stories backed by meticulous research, this unforgettable experience immerses you in the heart of Gettysburg’s history and the people who made it iconic, both famous and obscure.
Price: $25.00
Duration: 1 hours
A thrilling night awaits at the Jennie Wade Birthplace, one of Gettysburg’s most haunted sites. Engage in an immersive ghost hunt where history intertwines with the supernatural. Guided by experienced paranormal investigators, participants will utilize advanced ghost hunting tools such as EMF detectors and spirit boxes. Conduct EVP and flashlight communication sessions, experiencing the lingering spirits of those lost during the town’s tragic past. With intimate group sizes, this ghost hunt promises a personalized exploration of the haunting history surrounding Jennie Wade, inviting both believers and skeptics to uncover the mysteries that dwell within these hallowed walls.
Price: $50.00
Duration: 2 hours
Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Price: $29.00
Duration: 2 hours
Join us for a spine-tingling night of paranormal exploration at one of Gettysburg’s most haunted sites. Jennie Wade, the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg, has become a symbol of the town’s tragic past—and her birthplace, just steps from the Shriver Museum and Tillie Pierce House, stood in the path of chaos during those bloody July days. On this immersive ghost hunt, you’ll: -Work side-by-side with seasoned paranormal investigators using cutting-edge ghost hunting equipment—EMF detectors, spirit boxes, REM pods, dowsing rods, and more. -Participate in EVP and flashlight communication sessions in real time. -Enjoy intimate group sizes that allow for a focused and personalized experience. Whether you're a true believer or a curious skeptic, the Jennie Wade Birthplace Ghost Hunt offers a thrilling blend of history and mystery you won’t find anywhere else in Gettysburg. History haunts these walls—are you brave enough to listen?
Price: $39.00
Duration: 2 hours
Step into the chilling realm of the supernatural with our Gettysburg Ghost Hunting tour, where you don't just observe ghostly activity—you become the ghost hunter. This immersive, hands-on adventure invites you to experience the thrill of paranormal investigation firsthand. This location is encapsulated with rich history, dating back to the Battle of Gettysburg. With the help of EMF meters and infrared cameras, we will embark on a journey into the house that played a pivotal role in the Battle of Gettysburg.
Price: $64.99
Duration: 3 hours
The Ghostly Encounter tour is a unique variation of the walking tour. YOUR GUIDE IS A GHOST!! During this haunting 90-minute adventure, your Ghost guide will be telling their haunted tales just as they experienced them so many years before. Travel into their haunted homes to find out why their spirits remain trapped there, and perhaps you’ll experience the same frightening sensation. The options for your cast of ghostly characters are Georgia Wade McClellan or Mary Ann Wade. You will be provided with a description of your ghostly guide for the evening upon receiving your tickets.
Price: $18.00
Duration: 1 hours
Unleash your courage with After Dark Investigations in our spine-chilling Devil's Hour Paranormal Investigation! Venture into the depths of Gettysburg’s haunting past, where the darkness reveals its most eerie secrets. As the clock strikes midnight, immerse yourself in a truly hands-on investigation, armed with paranormal equipment and guided by our investigators. While we set the stage with chilling histories and ghostly tales, the real thrill comes as you take the reins, exploring haunted locations at the witching hour. Our guides are here to offer support as needed, but the night is yours to conquer. Be prepared for a night of unprecedented paranormal activity—every investigation is a new, heart-pounding adventure.
Price: $70.00
Duration: 3 hours
Gettysburg is one of the most haunted towns in America. Now you can join our amazing Tour Guides as they take you on a spooky journey to the most haunted locations in Gettysburg. We'll take you on a journey to meet the Patriots who helped make America the Country it is today. You'll visit the locations where their ghosts haunt you and hear their amazing stories. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
Price: $34.99
Duration: 1 hours
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 locations. For the spirits of the soldiers who died on the very streets of Gettysburg, the war hasn't ended. You’ll also learn about the citizens who watched in horror as the Battle of Gettysburg raged outside their windows and the aftermath of them having to pick up the pieces of their scarred and ruined city. Echoes of War is a bittersweet look at what came before and what came after during one of America’s darkest chapters that families of all ages can learn and appreciate. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.
Price: $29.99
Duration: 1 hours
The Ghostly Encounter tour is a unique variation of the walking tour. YOUR GUIDE IS A GHOST!! During this haunting 90-minute adventure, your Ghost guide will be telling their haunted tales just as they experienced them so many years before. Travel into their haunted homes to find out why their spirits remain trapped there, and perhaps you’ll experience the same frightening sensation. The options for your cast of ghostly characters are Rosa Carmichael Isabella (Bella) Hunter Dr. John Francis Bournes
Price: $18.00
Duration: 1 hours
No other town can boast the history of Gettysburg. It's fascinating birth, its role in the battle, President Abraham Lincoln's visit to give his immortal address, a president who settled here, and so much more! Walk the streets of Gettysburg with an experienced licensed town guide. Group sizes are generally under ten for these tours. This tour complements the 1:00 p.m. tour (Danger & Courage). This tour covers the Northern End of town; the Civilian Experience covers the Southern End.
Price: $25.00
Duration: 1 hours
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Local Food & Cuisine
Gettysburg's local cuisine is characterized by traditional American fare with a focus on comfort food. Signature dishes include burgers, steaks, and homemade pies. The Dobbin House Tavern is a notable dining spot, offering colonial-style cuisine. Visitors can also enjoy local wineries and craft breweries.
Getting Around
To get to Gettysburg, visitors can fly into Harrisburg International Airport and then drive or take a shuttle. Once in town, walking and biking are popular ways to explore the historic district. Local transportation options include taxis and tour buses. For those planning to explore the surrounding countryside, renting a car is advisable.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Gettysburg is during spring and fall when the weather is mild. Visitors should pack layers for cooler mornings and evenings. Cultural etiquette includes respecting historical sites and following park rules. Safety tips include being mindful of traffic and pedestrian areas. It's advisable to use credit cards or cash for payments, as many local businesses accept both.
Culture & Customs
Gettysburg's culture is deeply rooted in its historical significance. Social customs include respect for the town's history and its role in American heritage. Significant local events include reenactments of the Battle of Gettysburg and the annual Gettysburg Festival. Important etiquette tips include being respectful at historical sites and engaging with local residents who are often knowledgeable about the town's history.