Best Walking Tours in Gettysburg

Discover the beauty of Gettysburg on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Gettysburg by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Gettysburg

Jennie Wade Ghostly Encounter Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (29 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 20.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Gettysburg Historic Downtown Food Tour By Junket in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (21 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 75.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Come on our Gettysburg Historic Downtown Food Tour presented by Junket! The most delicious food tour in Gettysburg! Gettysburg's history is familiar to everyone who hears of it. From Pickett's Charge to Cemetery Ridge, the Battle of Gettysburg was the high point of the Confederacy, and the town fully embraces its history today. But what about the culinary scene? The area around Gettysburg is rich in agriculture. Dairy farms, breweries, fruit and vegetable farms are booming. Gettysburg's lesser known food scene is worth exploring. Local chefs, influenced by Amish culture and Philly flavors, have created a growing foodie scene in Historic Gettysburg. On this tour, you'll sample local delicacies such as chocolates made from locally sourced ingredients and Pennsylvania Dutch pretzels. Investigate and sample why cheesesteaks are a favorite food among locals. You'll enjoy some of the region's best foods on this tour sure to satisfy food lovers and history buffs alike.

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Gettysburg Ghost Hunt in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (19 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 64.99

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

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.

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Jennie Wade Birthplace Ghost Hunt with Equipment in Gettysburg in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (14 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 50.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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.

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Lincoln's Gettysburg Visit: An Evening Walking Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The only Gettysburg walking tour that highlight's Abraham Lincoln's visit to Gettysburg during the dedication of the National Cemetery.

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Haunted Civil War Spirits Tour of Downtown Gettysburg in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (11 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 18.15

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Embark on a spooky journey to our haunted headquarters, Gettysburg’s old jail, and a church where the boundaries between life and death are blurred. Encounter unexplained phenomena, ghostly apparitions, and the eerie atmosphere of a place with a dark past. Hear our collection of hair-raising tales of a ghostly hitchhiker, the tragic story of three friends from Gettysburg whose lives were destroyed by the battle, and more. Our tours have been operating in Gettysburg for over 30 years. The stories are based upon the best selling book series Ghosts of Gettysburg by author Mark Nesbitt. Mark is a former park ranger and historian who collected first hand accounts of the paranormal from Gettysburg visitors.

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Gettysburg Battlefield Self Guided Audio Driving Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (10 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 13.99

 

Step onto hallowed ground with our immersive Gettysburg Battlefield self-guided driving audio tour! Relive the epic three-day battle that shaped America as you drive past key sites like Little Round Top, Pickett’s Charge, and Devil’s Den. Unlike crowded tours, this guide lets you explore at your own pace, stopping whenever you want to soak in the history. Hear expert insights, gripping soldier stories, and hidden details you won’t find on plaques. Affordable and flexible, this tour transforms your car into a personal time machine. Join thousands who’ve rediscovered Gettysburg with the freedom of an audio tour—download now and step into history! *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

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Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (8 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Haunted Smart Phone App Location Aware Walking Tour in Gettysburg in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (7 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 9.75

 

Explore Gettyburg's haunted sites at your own pace and schedule on this Smart Phone Navigated solo tour on our walking tour app. Go anytime. At $5.50 this is the best deal in town. The tour is professionally narrated with a spooky narrator, and infused with music to set the scene. The tour never expires. Take it as many times as you wish. After the on location tour you'll unlock a virtual tour you can listen to anytime. Relive the tour later. The Battle of Gettysburg was one of the bloodiest in history. This old town was turned into a battlefield and the smell of death was thick in the air. Tonight, you will walk through these haunted streets as we search to uncover what goes bump in the night.

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Mystery!: A Gettysburg Evening Walking Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (6 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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.

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Wonder Women of Gettysburg Hidden Valor By Junket in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Come on our History Walking Tour presented by Junket! While history focuses on the famous, today we'll look at the ordinary people, especially women, who protected the vulnerable, cared for the sick and wounded, buried the dead, and made life as safe as possible for the families left behind as the men of the town went off to war. You'll discover the stories of women like Tillie Pierce, Jennie Wade, and Elizabeth Thorn, who have statues or houses named after them, as well as women like Mary McAllister, Sallie Myers, and Philinda Humiston, who are rarely mentioned in history books but had a major impact on this tight-knit community in some of its darkest hours.

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Gettysburg American Brew Tour By Junket in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (6 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 70.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Raise a glass to history on the #1 best brew tour in Gettysburg! Operating daily, year-round, this guided experience blends the town’s rich Civil War past with some of the most unique craft drinks in Pennsylvania. Sip and explore as you visit Dawn Gone Bees, J&P Winery Gettysburg, Ploughman Cider Taproom, and Blue & Gray Bar & Grill—each offering a distinct flavor of Gettysburg’s brewing scene. Led by expert guides, you’ll hear fascinating stories of the town’s past while indulging in delicious brews, ciders, and wines. As a USMC Disabled Combat-Veteran-Owned, women and minority-led tour, we take pride in crafting an immersive and engaging experience for every guest. Whether you're a history buff, craft drink enthusiast, or just looking for a fun night out, this tour is the perfect way to enjoy both drinks and history in one unforgettable adventure. Ideal for private groups, bachelorette parties, special events, and anyone ready to raise a toast to the past!

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1 Hour Gettysburg Haunted Farm Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (5 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 35.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

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

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Gettysburg Haunted Pub Crawl in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 34.99

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Walk the very streets where soldiers took their final breaths. Where blood was shed not just on the battlefield, but between alleyways, behind homes, and right in the heart of town. As the Union retreat thundered through Gettysburg, chaos unfolded around every corner, and many of the buildings still standing today bore witness to the horror. On this spirited journey, you’ll explore some of Gettysburg’s most historic pubs and taverns - many of which played significant roles during and after the battle. Some served as field hospitals. Others as meeting spots for weary troops. And nearly all are believed to still echo with the souls of those who never left. Enjoy your favorite drink as your 5-star-rated guide shares chilling tales of haunted history, personal accounts, and local lore tied to each location. You’ll enjoy your own spirits… while hearing about theirs. Cheers... if you dare! Drinks not included in cost of tour. Must be 21+ and have a valid ID.

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Gettysburg's Historic Taverns: An Evening Walking Tour in Gettysburg

Gettysburg , Pennsylvania

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (4 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 25.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Balloon Rides, Murder, Tanks, Medal of Honor... some of Gettysburg’s colorful and unusual history happened in Taverns. Stroll with a Gettysburg Licensed Town Guide to the sites of some of Gettysburg’s most historic taverns and hear unusual but true stories that took place at these legendary watering holes. Your Guide will regale you with stories about Presidents, fires, civil war activities and Temperance societies. While you will not be consuming any food or drink during the tour, at the conclusion your Guide will provide each person with a voucher to a local establishment. Gettysburg's taverns were more than drinking spots. You could sleep there, eat there, meet with others there. Those buildings that housed taverns teem with fascinating stories of Gettysburg's past.

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Local Tips for Gettysburg

Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Gettysburg at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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