Why Visit Gettysburg? A Journey Through History and Heroism Nestled in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, Gettysburg is more than a historic battlefield. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and turning points. Every stone wall and open field carries echoes from July 1863, when Union and Confederate forces clashed in one of the most […]
If you’re in a bit of a rush, there are plenty of Gettysburg ghost tours that will only take an hour or less. Tragic events like the Battle of Gettysburg often leave deep scars on the local community, so it’s not hard to see why the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle is also […]
The best Gettysburg ghost tour for you will depend on what kind of experience you’re looking for, although we happen to think our own tour ranks pretty highly. A collaboration between Action Tour Guide and supernatural expert Mark Nesbitt, our Ghosts of the Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour features nearly 50 audio stops throughout the […]
The Battle of Gettysburg was the most costly of the American Civil War, with an estimated 50,000 casualties, so it’s no wonder that there are so many Gettysburg ghost tours out there. The battlefield has earned a reputation as one of the most haunted places in the country, so there’s plenty to see if you’re […]
The Gettysburg National Military park is an expansive park built on the site of the vicious three-day Battle of Gettysburg. This piece of Civil War history is packed full of history and intrigue and has a little something for everyone. There are pedestrian trails weaving through the woods and fields, a museum, an informational film, […]
Pets are more than welcome at Gettysburg National Military Park, and it can be a wonderful place to explore with your four-legged friend. However, there are a couple of restrictions on animals given the park’s history and traffic. Pets aren’t allowed in the park museum nor the visitors center. Furthermore, you cannot bring your dog […]
The Battle of Gettysburg was a long and bloody battle. It spanned three whole days in the heat of July in 1863. But what most people don’t know is that the battle itself was spread out quite a bit over the region where the park is today. When we think of battles, we may imagine […]
Yes. Gettysburg Park, museums and the Cyclorama are all open though masks are encouraged in enclosed spaces. There are also plethora tours relating to the Battle of Gettysburg available. From Ghost Tours to historical battle tours, there are many options for travelers. However, one of the best options for seasoned travelers and new tourists alike […]
What happened on the Gettysburg Battlefield nearly 160 years ago was a defining moment not just for Union military forces, but for America as a unified country. You’ll often hear the Battle of Gettysburg referred to as a turning point in the war, where victory began to lean heavily in the direction of the Union. […]
There are sixteen stops on the Gettysburg Auto tour. The tour works chronologically with the events of the battle. You’ll learn about the tense build-up to the battle first after leaving the Heritage Center. Then you will cruise through history, making stops at McPherson’s Ridge. This was the site of the long and bloody battle’s […]
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