“They say the dead still march at Gettysburg.”
Dark. Still. Restless. Remembering.
That’s the feel of the Gettysburg battlefield after sunset. Stories linger like mist, and the past seems to breathe just behind your shoulder. This place isn’t decorated with cobwebs or gimmicks. It’s a 6,000-acre graveyard filled with real echoes. Soldiers died by the thousands here, and not all of them left.
On this haunted route, you’ll drive through fields that once shook with cannon fire, past hospitals that echoed with pain, and by homes where guests long overstayed their deaths. Visitors still report cold spots, unseen footsteps, and figures in uniform that vanish when you blink.
This self-guided driving tour, narrated by ghost expert Mark Nesbitt, plays automatically as you move. No signal needed, no schedule to follow, and no screen-tapping distractions. Just steer, listen, and let the GPS trigger each chilling story right where it happened.
You’ll hear the sorrowful tale of a soldier buried alive near Seminary Ridge. At Schmucker Hall, learn why the blood never truly left the walls. You’ll meet the long-dead love of John Reynolds, the chaplain with a midnight visitor, and the friendly ghost who still offers directions at Devil’s Den. The Valley of Death isn’t just a nickname. It’s a feeling. And when you reach the site of Pickett’s Charge, you’ll understand why some spirits still haven’t moved on.
Disclaimer: This tour may cause mysterious chills, nervous glances in the rearview mirror, or awkward family silence when someone says “Did you hear that?” Don’t worry. It’s all part of the experience. Probably.
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Know Before You Go
Note: The following programming and sites are currently not operational:
- All National Park Service programming is cancelled throughout the shutdown.
- The house at Eisenhower National Historic Site is closed during this time, but the grounds remain open.
- The David Wills House is already on a temporary closure for maintenance reasons.
Ghosts of Gettysburg Tour Map
Starting Point
You can begin the tour at the suggested starting location provided below.
From the Town of Gettysburg
Gettysburg Heritage Center, 1 Culp Street, Gettysburg, PA, USA.
Begin from the Gettysburg Heritage Center, 1 Culp Street, Gettysburg, PA.
How Does It Work?
- Access your tour: Download the Action Tour Guide app and sign in with the same email used for your website purchase. Your tour will appear under My Tours.
- Download your tour: Download it before you go. Once downloaded, no internet or cell signal is needed.
- Start your tour: Open My Tours, select your tour, and tap Start Touring when you reach a starting point.
- Listen your way: Use your phone’s speaker or headphones, or connect to your car’s audio system. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not currently supported, compatibility is in development.
- GPS-triggered audio: Stories play automatically as you reach each location along the route.
- Stop and start anytime: Pause, take a break, make a detour, or continue another day. Tours are valid forever (one year for Action+).
Ghosts of Gettysburg Audio Tour
Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Welcome
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Battle of Gettysburg
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Mark Nesbitt’s Ghosts of Gettysburg Candlelight Tours
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Lone Brigade
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Buried Alive
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Seminary Ridge
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Schmucker Hall
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Kate Hewitt & John Reynolds
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Gettysburg Battlefield
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Ghosts of the Charge
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The Eisenhower Farm
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Haunted Encampment
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Little Round Top
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Ghosts of the Valley
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Devil's Den
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Triangular Field
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Ghosts of Weikert House
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Ahead: Pennsylvania Monument
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The Codori House
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Pickett’s Charge
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Conclusion
Preview The Tour
Tour FAQs
The self-guided Gettysburg Ghost Tour explores the battlefield’s ghostly history along the road. The tour guide app on visitors’ phones plays audio based on their location.
While the tour includes spooky stories, it can be suitable for families. Parents should consider the content’s appropriateness for their children.
The duration of the tour can vary, but it typically takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.
A driving tour of the Gettysburg battlefield follows well-maintained roads. Visitors should be careful on the roads and follow the park’s rules.
People who come to the park should follow the rules, such as the speed limits and parking rules. Visitors should also respect historical sites and follow tour app rules.
Getting to different tour sites may not be the same. Visitors who have trouble moving around should make sure they know exactly what information each location has about accessibility.
Pets may not be allowed at some tour sites, and park regulations regarding pets should be followed. Check specific guidelines for each location.
The tour narrates several famous ghost stories, including encounters with soldiers, apparitions, and unexplained phenomena.
The tour narrates several famous ghost stories, including encounters with soldiers, apparitions, and unexplained phenomena.


