10 Tours in Gettysburg to Build a Day Around

1.2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,201 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43Our pick

Spend two hours touring Gettysburg’s battlefield from an air-conditioned coach with a licensed guide. Hear the three-day battle explained in order, see Devil’s Den, Little Round Top, Pickett’s Charge, and other key sites, and step off the bus at selected stops. Guides such as John, Christina, and Paul are praised for clear, lively storytelling.

“Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable about the area and was fun to listen to. He educated us on things we didn't know about the battle of Gettysburg.”

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2.Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 913 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32

Walk Gettysburg with a professional guide and hear Civil War stories tied to eight haunted sites, including the Farnsworth House, Jennie Wade House, and East Cemetery Hill. Guides such as Amber, Richard, Linda, and Jim have received praise for lively storytelling. The tour stays outdoors and costs $32 per person.

“Our guide was very friendly, and did a great job providing information related to the history of the area.”

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3.Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 910 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.)

Follow Gettysburg’s 19-mile battlefield road with an English-language audio guide that starts at the Heritage Center or National Park Visitor Center. GPS triggers more than 60 stories as you pass McPherson’s Ridge, Little Round Top, Pickett’s Charge, and the National Cemetery. Download the Action Tour Guide app before arriving, then explore at your own pace.

“Very easy to follow and loved the ability to stop and start as we wanted! Will definitely use again on our next trip.”

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4.Gettysburg: Horse-Drawn Carriage Battlefield Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 896 reviews · 2 hours · from $74

Spend two hours touring Gettysburg Battlefield in an open-top horse-drawn carriage with a licensed English-speaking guide. Guides such as Jim, Dale, Truman, and Chris bring the battle to life with detailed stories and time for questions. The small group holds up to 10 people. Bring weather-ready clothing and a cushion if desired.

“Guide told very detailed and interesting stories of the events and leaders on both sides of the battle.”

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5.Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 658 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Top rated

Walk Gettysburg for 90 minutes with guides such as Major Finn, Allie, or Captain, linking Civil War history to ghost stories at Wills House, Shriver House, Jennie Wade House, and Farnsworth House. The tone suits families and older children, with plenty of history, light humor, and spooky tales rather than intense scares.

“It was a wonderful experience walking around the historic part of the city and hearing all the stories about the people who lived here during the war.”

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6.Gettysburg: Ghost Hunt Tour with Ghost Hunting Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 589 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $28

Start at Unity Park for a guided evening walk through Gettysburg’s battle stories and reported hauntings. Guides such as Lindsey, Tommy, Marc, and Cheyenne lead you to a dark investigation site, where you may use dousing rods, energy readers, EVP meters, or a spirit box. Expect uneven pavement, chilly weather, and a tour best suited to ages 12 and up.

“We spoke with a ghost named Lieutenant Charles and he was rad. Energy readers used to locate ghost "hot spots" and then rods used for communicating. Made contact with 3 spirits, but spent most of the time with Lt. Charles.”

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7.Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 480 reviews · 1 hour · from $24

Walk Gettysburg’s historic district after dark with an English-speaking guide carrying a lantern. Hear Civil War stories and local ghost lore at the Brickhouse Inn, Witness Tree, Farnsworth House, Jennie Wade’s home, and the old orphanage. The one-hour walk covers about a mile, with a 1.5-hour option available.

“Tour was great. The guide, Amber, was informative and entertaining. I would recommend this tour to other people.”

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8.Gettysburg: Licensed Guided Battlefield Horseback Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 419 reviews · 2 hours · from $144

Ride through Gettysburg National Military Park with a licensed Civil War guide, outriders, and calm trail horses. You’ll visit the Virginia Monument, see Little Round Top from Spangler Farm, and peer through a cannonball hole at Trostle Farm. Headsets help you follow the narration, and no riding experience is required.

“An absolutely wonderful experience. The guide was the MOST informative and knowledgeable person about Gettysburg I’ve ever met (and I’m an amateur military historian myself). The staff riding with us and caring for the horses were superb: patient, attentive, very on-point. The animals were clearly very well cared for.”

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9.Ghost Tour: History and Haunts – Family Friendly – Best in Gettysburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $23Best value

Walk Gettysburg for about 75 minutes with guides such as Ken, Kendra, or Dillon, hearing Civil War history, civilian stories, and ghost legends tied to local buildings. The tone stays family-friendly rather than frightening, with photos, humor, and occasional paranormal moments. Meet at Unity Park and return there at the end.

“Enjoyed it. Kendra (our guide) was knowledgeable and kept us entertained. Lots of interesting history, we would do it again.”

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10.Gettysburg: Private Tour with Licensed Battlefield Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 362 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your licensed Gettysburg Battlefield guide at the Soldier’s National Cemetery Parking lot, then tour the battlefield in your own vehicle. Guides such as Jim Fouts, Truman, and Bill Thomas bring the fighting, terrain, monuments, and local aftermath into focus, with stops on foot and time for your questions.

“Extremely interesting, Jim was very enthusiastic, and knowledgeable of the information. He made it easy to understand and was pleasure to spend 2 hours with👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻”

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