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Explore the pivotal battleground of Gettysburg, where the Civil War reached its dramatic turning point. This self-guided driving tour allows you to navigate through historic sites, immersing yourself in the stories of bravery and sacrifice that shaped American history. With GPS-triggered audio narration, you'll relive the harrowing events of July 1863, experiencing the battle in real time. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace and walk key locations, from Little Round Top to the Soldiers' National Cemetery. This tour offers a meaningful connection to the past without the constraints of a scheduled group tour.
- Self-guided audio tour with GPS-triggered narration
- Duration: Approximately 2.5 to 4 hours, flexible to your pace
- Highlights include Little Round Top and Pickett’s Charge
- Perfect for first-time visitors seeking a deeper understanding of Gettysburg
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts at the Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center, where you can stop in and visit, then be guided through the park, turn by turn, hearing the stories of the battle.
The tour ends at Soldier’s National Cemetery, where you'll get the chance to walk around and keep on exploring.
Itinerary
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1Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
Begin your journey at the main visitor center. Explore exhibits, the museum, and the famous Cyclorama painting before heading out onto the battlefield.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Spangler's Spring
A peaceful spring with a powerful story—on the night of July 2nd, Union and Confederate soldiers silently gathered here together to fill canteens, only to return to fighting the next morning.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Culp's Hill
The Union Army’s right flank and one of the most important defensive positions of the battle. Soldiers built breastworks here that helped hold off repeated Confederate attacks.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Climb the tower for sweeping views of the battlefield and a better understanding of how the Union defensive line was formed.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Honors General Henry Slocum, whose decision to move his troops forward without orders helped secure this critical ground and ultimately contributed to Union victory.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Gettysburg Battlefield: Lee’s Headquarters (Pass by)
Visit the modest stone house where Confederate General Robert E. Lee made key decisions that shaped the outcome of the battle.
Admission ticket free -
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These monuments mark where Union cavalry held the line long enough for reinforcements to arrive—buying crucial time on the first day of battle.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Dedicated to the only civilian to fight in the battle—a 69-year-old local who joined Union soldiers and became a national legend.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8The Eternal Light Peace Memorial
A powerful symbol of reconciliation, dedicated in 1938 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt to honor both Union and Confederate soldiers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Oak Ridge Observation Tower
Climb for a panoramic view of the first day’s battlefield, where the Union line was pushed back through Gettysburg.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center (Pass by)
Stand where Confederate forces held their line and where General Lee directed the battle, including the lead-up to Pickett’s Charge.
Admission ticket free -
10Little Round Top
One of the most famous sites of the battle. This hill was desperately defended in a last stand that saved the Union Army’s left flank.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Devil's Den
A rugged, boulder-filled landscape that saw intense fighting and is now known for both its history and its eerie, haunted reputation.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12State of Pennsylvania Monument
The largest monument on the battlefield, honoring over 34,000 Pennsylvania soldiers who fought at Gettysburg.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument
The farthest point reached by Confederate forces during Pickett’s Charge—often considered the turning point of the entire Civil War.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
14Soldiers' National Cemetery
End your tour where Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address, honoring those who fought and died here.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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