Gettysburg, PA Guide

Hallowed grounds where the fate of a nation was decided.
33 Places • ago
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Greetings fellow travelers! Today, I am excited to take you on a journey through the historical town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Despite the rain, we are determined to explore this town to its fullest and discover all the rich history it has to offer.

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Gettysburg is a popular tourist destination that offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its rich history, museums, and preserved battlefields.
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As we enter downtown Gettysburg, we are immediately struck by the abundance of old buildings and architecture that date back to the Civil War era and even earlier. This town is a national monument in its entirety, with countless historical statues and monuments to explore. We start our adventure by driving through the town, taking in all the sights and sounds.

Our first stop is the Lincoln statue, located in front of the building where Abraham Lincoln stayed during the famous Gettysburg Address. The statue is incredibly lifelike, and we can almost imagine Lincoln himself walking the streets of this town. We also stumble upon the Will's House, where Lincoln spent the night before the Gettysburg Address.

Lincoln Square
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The statue is a popular spot for tourists. Get your photos taken with Lincoln.
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David Wills House
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Will's House in Gettysburg, PA, is a historic residence that once served as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, offering a poignant glimpse into the aftermath of the Civil War.
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As we stroll through the town, we can't help but notice the countless haunted ghost tours available. Apparently, this town is filled with spirits from its rich history. We admire the old brick buildings and even spot a cannonball stuck in the wall of an ice cream store. It's fascinating to think about the millions of people who have passed through this town over the years and the stories they have left behind.

Methodist Episcopal Church; 304 Baltimore St
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Methodist Episcopal Church. The structure has a cannonball stuck in its west wall.
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Haunted Gettysburg Ghost Tours
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Haunted Gettysburg Ghost Tours offers thrilling tours in the historic town of Gettysburg, delving into the paranormal past and eerie ghostly tales.
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After wandering the streets, we head to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. The museum is filled with artifacts, pictures, and information about the battles that took place here. We learn about the struggles and sacrifices that occurred on both sides of the Civil War and gain a deeper appreciation for the history of this town.

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
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The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center offers a comprehensive and immersive experience that brings the historic Battle of Gettysburg to life through exhibits, artifacts, and educational programs.
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Unfortunately, it's pouring rain outside, but we are determined to continue our adventure. We plan to take the self-guided auto tour of the battlefields, which are marked throughout the town. We can't wait to see the monuments and statues dedicated to the brave soldiers who fought here.

Despite the rain, our trip to Gettysburg has been an unforgettable experience. We encourage all travelers to visit this town and immerse themselves in its rich history. From the Lincoln statue to the national military park, there is so much to explore and discover in this small town with a big history.

Places to Explore:

Mr G's Ice Cream
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Visitors to the well-known Mr. G’s Ice Cream on Baltimore Street may have sat beneath the shade of a large Sycamore tree that is a "witness tree". A witness tree is a tree that stood during the Civil War and was a “witness” to the Battle of Gettysburg.
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5 Witness Trees in Gettysburg PA
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Coster Avenue Mural
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This mural and several monuments mark the spot where heavy fighting took place during the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg between Coster’s Brigade and the Louisiana Tigers.
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Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church
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This Church, which is on High Street, in Gettysburg was erected in 1853 and served as a hospital during the Civil War.
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Gettysburg Heritage Center
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This museum offers an immersive experience that takes visitors through the town’s rich history. Explore the exhibits and learn about Gettysburg’s pivotal role during the Civil War.
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Majestic Theater
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The Majestic Theater was built in 1929 as a vaudeville house.
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Eisenhower National Historic Site
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Eisenhower’s home, farm, and grounds are on the site.
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Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center
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This Pennsylvania museum is housed in the historic Seminary Ridge building, which served as a hospital during the battle.
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Sachs Covered Bridge
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The bridge was built in 1854 and was an important transportation route during the American Civil War.
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Places To Stay:

Academy Street Bed & Breakfast
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This building carries the proof of the Battle of Gettysburg with an artillery shell that is still lodged in the brick exterior.
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Gettysburg Hotel
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Set 3 miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield, this genteel downtown hotel is a 2-minute walk from The David Wills House and a mile from the Gettysburg Heritage Center.
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The Lodges at Gettysburg
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Stone-built cottages & rooms in a rustic lodge offering a spa & a lake with a dock.
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The Inn at Lincoln Square
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This guesthouse in a Georgian-style building is a 13-minute walk from a historic battlefield and museum at Gettysburg National Military Park.
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Comfort Suites Near Gettysburg Battlefield Visitor Center
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Set near Civil War-era sites at Gettysburg National Military Park
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Best Western Gettysburg
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This relaxed hotel is 8 minutes' walk from the Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Memorial and 3 miles from US-15.
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Gettysburg Campground
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Bordered by the beautiful Marsh Creek, select from one of our 200+ RV sites, cottages and cabins.
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Artillery Ridge Campground Gettysburg Horse Park
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Located upon the very grounds of the Union Artillery Reserve and within walking distance to Gettysburg Battlefield trails, museums, & monuments.
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Drummer Boy Camping Resort
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This resort offers 95 acres of wooded campgrounds and cabins. Awesome place.
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Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA Holiday
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You get to enjoy a tranquil nature retreat while learning about one of the most important historical events of the nation's Civil War era.
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Marsh Creek of Gettysburg Campground
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Campers have access to Marsh Creek for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
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Restaurants:

Dobbin House Tavern
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This tavern is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was established in 1776, making it the oldest standing structure in the town. Great place to eat and drink. You can ALSO reserve a room at the Gettystown Inn Bed and Breakfast.
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Mason Dixon Distillery
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Great food and phenomenal cocktails from scratch.
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The Gettysburger Company
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Family-friendly restaurant that serves a wide variety of burgers, chicken, wings, salads, and desserts. Full Bar. Pre-Civil War building.
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Blue & Gray Bar & Grill
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Delicious food and refreshing drinks.
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La Bella Italia
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Delicious food. They serve Pizza, Subs, Strombolis, Calzones, Pasta and 4 Foot Subs.
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Lincoln Diner
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More of your traditional yummy meals here.
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Ragged Edge Coffee House
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Good food and great vibes here.
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Gettysburg, PA Guide

Hallowed grounds where the fate of a nation was decided.
33 Places • ago
Free

Greetings fellow travelers! Today, I am excited to take you on a journey through the historical town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Despite the rain, we are determined to explore this town to its fullest and discover all the rich history it has to offer.

Local Weather:

Gettysburg
@rvertv
Gettysburg is a popular tourist destination that offers visitors a glimpse into the past with its rich history, museums, and preserved battlefields.
Add to
Details

As we enter downtown Gettysburg, we are immediately struck by the abundance of old buildings and architecture that date back to the Civil War era and even earlier. This town is a national monument in its entirety, with countless historical statues and monuments to explore. We start our adventure by driving through the town, taking in all the sights and sounds.

Our first stop is the Lincoln statue, located in front of the building where Abraham Lincoln stayed during the famous Gettysburg Address. The statue is incredibly lifelike, and we can almost imagine Lincoln himself walking the streets of this town. We also stumble upon the Will's House, where Lincoln spent the night before the Gettysburg Address.

Lincoln Square
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The statue is a popular spot for tourists. Get your photos taken with Lincoln.
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Details
David Wills House
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Will's House in Gettysburg, PA, is a historic residence that once served as a field hospital during the Battle of Gettysburg, offering a poignant glimpse into the aftermath of the Civil War.
Add to
Details

As we stroll through the town, we can't help but notice the countless haunted ghost tours available. Apparently, this town is filled with spirits from its rich history. We admire the old brick buildings and even spot a cannonball stuck in the wall of an ice cream store. It's fascinating to think about the millions of people who have passed through this town over the years and the stories they have left behind.

Methodist Episcopal Church; 304 Baltimore St
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Methodist Episcopal Church. The structure has a cannonball stuck in its west wall.
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Haunted Gettysburg Ghost Tours
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Haunted Gettysburg Ghost Tours offers thrilling tours in the historic town of Gettysburg, delving into the paranormal past and eerie ghostly tales.
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Details

After wandering the streets, we head to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center. The museum is filled with artifacts, pictures, and information about the battles that took place here. We learn about the struggles and sacrifices that occurred on both sides of the Civil War and gain a deeper appreciation for the history of this town.

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center
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The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center offers a comprehensive and immersive experience that brings the historic Battle of Gettysburg to life through exhibits, artifacts, and educational programs.
Add to
Details

Unfortunately, it's pouring rain outside, but we are determined to continue our adventure. We plan to take the self-guided auto tour of the battlefields, which are marked throughout the town. We can't wait to see the monuments and statues dedicated to the brave soldiers who fought here.

Despite the rain, our trip to Gettysburg has been an unforgettable experience. We encourage all travelers to visit this town and immerse themselves in its rich history. From the Lincoln statue to the national military park, there is so much to explore and discover in this small town with a big history.

Places to Explore:

Mr G's Ice Cream
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Visitors to the well-known Mr. G’s Ice Cream on Baltimore Street may have sat beneath the shade of a large Sycamore tree that is a "witness tree". A witness tree is a tree that stood during the Civil War and was a “witness” to the Battle of Gettysburg.
Add to
Details
Witness Trees
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5 Witness Trees in Gettysburg PA
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Details
Coster Avenue Mural
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This mural and several monuments mark the spot where heavy fighting took place during the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg between Coster’s Brigade and the Louisiana Tigers.
Add to
Details
Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church
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This Church, which is on High Street, in Gettysburg was erected in 1853 and served as a hospital during the Civil War.
Add to
Details
Gettysburg Heritage Center
@rvertv
This museum offers an immersive experience that takes visitors through the town’s rich history. Explore the exhibits and learn about Gettysburg’s pivotal role during the Civil War.
Add to
Details
Majestic Theater
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The Majestic Theater was built in 1929 as a vaudeville house.
Add to
Details
Eisenhower National Historic Site
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Eisenhower’s home, farm, and grounds are on the site.
Add to
Details
Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center
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This Pennsylvania museum is housed in the historic Seminary Ridge building, which served as a hospital during the battle.
Add to
Details
Sachs Covered Bridge
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The bridge was built in 1854 and was an important transportation route during the American Civil War.
Add to
Details

Places To Stay:

Academy Street Bed & Breakfast
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This building carries the proof of the Battle of Gettysburg with an artillery shell that is still lodged in the brick exterior.
Add to
Details
Gettysburg Hotel
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Set 3 miles from the Gettysburg Battlefield, this genteel downtown hotel is a 2-minute walk from The David Wills House and a mile from the Gettysburg Heritage Center.
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Details

The Lodges at Gettysburg
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Stone-built cottages & rooms in a rustic lodge offering a spa & a lake with a dock.
Add to
Details
The Inn at Lincoln Square
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This guesthouse in a Georgian-style building is a 13-minute walk from a historic battlefield and museum at Gettysburg National Military Park.
Add to
Details
Comfort Suites Near Gettysburg Battlefield Visitor Center
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Set near Civil War-era sites at Gettysburg National Military Park
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Details
Best Western Gettysburg
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This relaxed hotel is 8 minutes' walk from the Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Memorial and 3 miles from US-15.
Add to
Details
Gettysburg Campground
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Bordered by the beautiful Marsh Creek, select from one of our 200+ RV sites, cottages and cabins.
Add to
Details
Artillery Ridge Campground Gettysburg Horse Park
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Located upon the very grounds of the Union Artillery Reserve and within walking distance to Gettysburg Battlefield trails, museums, & monuments.
Add to
Details
Drummer Boy Camping Resort
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This resort offers 95 acres of wooded campgrounds and cabins. Awesome place.
Add to
Details
Gettysburg / Battlefield KOA Holiday
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You get to enjoy a tranquil nature retreat while learning about one of the most important historical events of the nation's Civil War era.
Add to
Details
Marsh Creek of Gettysburg Campground
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Campers have access to Marsh Creek for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
Add to
Details

Restaurants:

Dobbin House Tavern
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This tavern is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was established in 1776, making it the oldest standing structure in the town. Great place to eat and drink. You can ALSO reserve a room at the Gettystown Inn Bed and Breakfast.
Add to
Details
Mason Dixon Distillery
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Great food and phenomenal cocktails from scratch.
Add to
Details

The Gettysburger Company
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Family-friendly restaurant that serves a wide variety of burgers, chicken, wings, salads, and desserts. Full Bar. Pre-Civil War building.
Add to
Details

Blue & Gray Bar & Grill
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Delicious food and refreshing drinks.
Add to
Details
La Bella Italia
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Delicious food. They serve Pizza, Subs, Strombolis, Calzones, Pasta and 4 Foot Subs.
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Details

Lincoln Diner
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More of your traditional yummy meals here.
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Details
Ragged Edge Coffee House
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Good food and great vibes here.
Add to
Details

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Buy Russ a Cup of Coffee:

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The author, Russ Variso, is a well-known RV expert and the creator of one of the largest RVing YouTube channels. He's constantly creating valuable travel guides and video experiences for his viewers. With his expertise and passion for RVing, you can be sure that this guide is packed with destinations and information that will resonate with fellow RVers and campers.
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