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Ranked #1 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 154 reviews
Owner description: Whether you want to capture your family's precious vacation or get striking Civil War images , Victorian Photography Studio... more » Owner description: Whether you want to capture your family's precious vacation or get striking Civil War images , Victorian Photography Studio can make it happen with our extensive Civil War Wardrobe . You can count on us to deliver what we promise. -We offer 19th century Wet-Plate photography with a short hisory lesson on how the process was done. -We also offer the less expensive modern Digital photography.and Now you can rent Civil War clothing for any occasion. -Reserve your photo session today, Visit our website and click the booknow button « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Ranked #2 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 284 reviews
Owner description: The Gettysburg Museum Of History has over 4,000 artifacts on display. The Museum is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! The Museum covers all... more » Owner description: The Gettysburg Museum Of History has over 4,000 artifacts on display. The Museum is FREE TO THE PUBLIC! The Museum covers all areas of American History. Military and Political History are the focus with some pop culture covered. Some highlights include: A lock of George and Martha Washington's hair, Abraham Lincoln's wallet and opera glasses,John Wilkes Booth's splint relic, the largest collection of Gettysburg battlefield relics on display in Gettysburg, an autograph or manuscript from each president, Harry Truman's hat, Dwight D. Eisenhower's golf clubs, JFK's rocking chair, suit, and bloodstained limousine upholstery from the assassination, the flag that flew during the attack on Pearl Harbor, Shell casing from Ruby's gun that Killed Oswald, Hitler's silver that was captured by U.S. forces at his home. The Fredrick G. Pfeffer collection of relics from Pickett's Charge. The Robert L. White collection of JFK, The Captain Good collection (wounded in action at Gettysburg) includes the items he used during the battle and the bullet that wounded him! Uniforms,flags, accoutrements, weapons, documents, photos, much much more!The Gettysburg Museum Of History also buys artifacts as well as sells them. Please stop by and see the most amazing collection in Gettysburg at no charge! « less
Attraction type  Military Museums
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #3 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 627 reviews
Site of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War.
Attraction type  Battlefields; Historic Sites; National Parks; Monuments/ Statues; Cemeteries; Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Ranked #4 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 84 reviews
Owner description: This is part of the park, the first national cemetary in the country, absolutly beautiful and humbling. Id like to do a... more » Owner description: This is part of the park, the first national cemetary in the country, absolutly beautiful and humbling. Id like to do a review of it to let others who come to your site know to visit it. « less
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Ranked #5 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 230 reviews

The Gettysburg Cyclorama is a humbling experience.  The sheer size and details of it are amazing to view in person.  Tickets are reasonably priced, and can be purchased in the... more »

Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.4 km from city centre
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Ranked #6 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 83 reviews
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  6.4 km from city centre
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Ranked #7 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 194 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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Ranked #8 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 110 reviews
Owner description: The Shriver House Museum is an award winning Civil War museum dedicated to the civilian experience during the Battle of... more » Owner description: The Shriver House Museum is an award winning Civil War museum dedicated to the civilian experience during the Battle of Gettysburg. The home of George and Hettie Shriver appears much the same way it did when it was first built in 1860. Today, guides in period dress recount the harrowing story of the Shriver family's experiences. The thirty minute tour includes all four floors including the Confederate sharpshooters nest in the attic and Shrivers' Saloon in the cellar. The story of George Shriver was not well-known until 1996 when the house he built on Baltimore Street, which sat abandoned for nearly 30 years, was painstakingly restored to its original 1860s appearance. Today, the Shrivers’ story is one of the most intriguing stories told when it comes to the civilian aspect of the Battle of Gettysburg.______________________________________________________________________CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS TOURSTake a step back in time to discover how Christmas was celebrated in the mid-1800s. Enter the 19th century home of George, Hettie, Sadie (7), and Mollie (5) Shriver as they prepare for the Christmas holidays. See the candle-laden Christmas tree in its place of honor on the parlor table as a fire roars in the fireplace of the handsome room decorated with hand-made holiday greenery. After hanging stockings on the mantle, the girls set out milk and cookies in anticipation of a visit from Santa Claus on that magical night. While soldiers faced the perils of the Civil War, Christmas offered a few moments of cheer that would help brighten the lives of those at home. Learn how families celebrated the holidays while fathers, sons, and husbands were separated from loved ones during this tragic time in American history. Christmas tours will take place from Thanksgiving Evening, November 24th, through December 17th. Private tours for groups of ten or more are welcome at anytime throughout the holiday season. Reservations are required for Chritmas tours only. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Ranked #9 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 69 reviews
President Eisenhower used this farm as a retreat from the White House, then retired here.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
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Ranked #10 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Located several miles from historic battlefields, this 18-hole, championship par 71 course features 35-foot rock cliffs, many... more » Owner description: Located several miles from historic battlefields, this 18-hole, championship par 71 course features 35-foot rock cliffs, many lakes, stone-lined tee boxes, waterfalls and various wildlife. « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  11.1 km from city centre
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Ranked #11 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Bridges
Distance  5.3 km from city centre
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Ranked #12 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Owner description: Lincoln’s Lost Treasure is a LIVE two and a half hour adventure across the streets of historic Downtown Gettysburg. Almost... more » Owner description: Lincoln’s Lost Treasure is a LIVE two and a half hour adventure across the streets of historic Downtown Gettysburg. Almost like stepping into your own action movie, groups of up to 6 or 8 people are sent on an thrilling and entertaining quest to uncover a lost secret sparked by President Lincoln’s final breath. Aided by a few historical artifacts, you are sent off to piece together hidden clues that can unravel the location to treasury gold that has been lost for over a century. Encountering eccentric and engaging cast members, decoding cryptic clues, and dodging FBI agents out to foil your mission, You and friends traverse the city’s famous streets, hidden shops and historical landmarks discovering that Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address holds the key to a national treasure. « less
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #13 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: The International Museum of Spiritual Investigations (IMSI) is a 501c3 Non-Profit Museum that has 15 years of experience in... more » Owner description: The International Museum of Spiritual Investigations (IMSI) is a 501c3 Non-Profit Museum that has 15 years of experience in the ghost tracking world and has been in operation for 2 years. The museum was developed to educate, preserve, and facilitate spiritual investigations history, methodology, and evidence and present this to the public .Since the doors have opened the team has provided several hundred workshops and educational investigations as well as thousands of exhibitions. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Ranked #14 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Children’s Museums
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #15 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
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Ranked #16 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Owner description: See the ENTIRE battlefield at one time and watch the troop movements for ALL three days of battle. The battlefield covers... more » Owner description: See the ENTIRE battlefield at one time and watch the troop movements for ALL three days of battle. The battlefield covers 6,000 acres, an area large enough to be difficult to visualize. The Gettysburg Diorama will put the battle into perspective when you see the ENTIRE battlefield as it appeared in 1863. Carefully researched and meticulously assembled, the Diorama contains over 20,000 hand-painted soldiers, horses, cannons and buildings. Picture the battle through the eyes of Generals Meade and Lee as a narrative unfolds in miniature with a light and sound effects experience you won't forget. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Ranked #17 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: VARIOUS ROUTES, SPECIALTY & CUSTOM TOURS AVAILABLE Guided walking tours in downtown Gettysburg by Licensed Town Guides are 90... more » Owner description: VARIOUS ROUTES, SPECIALTY & CUSTOM TOURS AVAILABLE Guided walking tours in downtown Gettysburg by Licensed Town Guides are 90 minutes. The tours provide stories from diary entries, personal accounts, letters, drawings, and photographs with stories of Tillie Pierce, Henrietta Shriver, the canon known as “Penelope”, Mary Virginia Wade, Sarah Broadhead, Mary McAllister, Elizabeth Gilbert, John Burns and many, many others. « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #18 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #19 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Owner description: The American Civil War Museum presents the entire story of the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. Throughout five... more » Owner description: The American Civil War Museum presents the entire story of the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. Throughout five hallways of scenes, visitors complete a self-guided tour that covers the causes of the war and ends with President Lincoln's assassination. Following the tour, visitors enter the digitally enhanced Battleroom Auditorium. Amidst the sounds of battle, visitors witness a life-sized recreation of the Battle of Gettysburg, concluding with an animatronics Lincoln delivering the Gettysburg Address. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #20 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  3.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #21 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 35 reviews
Owner description: A hands-on interactive Farm Park with numerous farm animals. Our full-time staff of performing animals take the stage for... more » Owner description: A hands-on interactive Farm Park with numerous farm animals. Our full-time staff of performing animals take the stage for guaranteed laughs! Get up close and personal with our famous namesake miniature horses and their farm animal friends. Play areas, a Western Town, Educational Displays, and Special Events are sure to delight the kids and “kids at heart”. Pack a lunch or enjoy the food at the Hobby Horse Cafe. « less
Attraction type  Farms; Ranches
Distance  7.1 km from city centre
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Ranked #22 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
3.5 of 5 stars 100 reviews
Owner description: The Jennie Wade House is a guided tour with the guides in period clothing taking you through the home where the only civilian... more » Owner description: The Jennie Wade House is a guided tour with the guides in period clothing taking you through the home where the only civilian killed during the battle of Gettysburg was tragically lost. As the story unfolds the guides take you room to room following the path of the family on July 3rd 1863. « less
Attraction type  History Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Ranked #23 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres; Cinemas
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #24 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
3.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews

The David Wills House is a new National Park Service museum located in the heart of the historic district in downtown Gettysburg. The museum tells the story of the... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Ranked #25 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
3 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Ranked #26 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: U.S. Christian Commission Museum / Jennie Wade Birthplace home, c. 1820. This is the first museum in America to tell the... more » Owner description: U.S. Christian Commission Museum / Jennie Wade Birthplace home, c. 1820. This is the first museum in America to tell the story of faith and courage from the civil war battlefields by a group of heroes that served the troops with bibles and bandages. The home is period furnished and a period attired guide will take you on a journey with documented accounts and artifacts, that will add to your understanding of the civil war and the battle of Gettysburg. Group Programs Available. Chapel Services on Sunday at 10am. Visit the website for hours and events. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Ranked #27 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
3 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  2.8 km from city centre
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Ranked #28 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
2.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Battlefields; Educational Sites
Distance  6.2 km from city centre
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Ranked #29 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
2 of 5 stars 9 reviews

Since this museum's opening in the 1950's as the Charley Weaver's National Soldier's Museum (Weaver gaining national celebrity for his appearances on the Jack Paar Show as well as... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Museums
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Ranked #30 of 31 Attractions in Gettysburg
1.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: The Cornell family uses its privately-owned trains for tours through the surrounding countryside, including the Gettysburg... more » Owner description: The Cornell family uses its privately-owned trains for tours through the surrounding countryside, including the Gettysburg battlefield. « less
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  0.3 km from city centre