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Walk the streets once caught in the middle of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle. This one-mile walking tour through downtown Gettysburg leads to historic homes still bearing bullet holes from the 1863 clash between Union and Confederate forces.
At the Gettysburg Train Station and old Adams County Courthouse, see the ordinary buildings that transformed into field hospitals when the casualties poured into town. The Shriver House Museum is preserved as it would have been during the battle – including the sharpshooter’s position in the attic. Get the full picture of the pivotal three-day battle at the Children of Gettysburg 1863 museum, which lets younger historians explore a hands-on version of wartime life. Stop in at the Gettysburg Museum of History to see one of the largest private collections of Civil War artifacts in the nation.
Retrace Lincoln’s footsteps at the David Wills House, where he put the finishing touches on the Gettysburg Address, and see the Gettysburg National Cemetery where he delivered his immortal speech. Finish up near the train station and the many restaurants nearby.
This tour perfectly complements our driving tour through Gettysburg Battlefield.
297 Steinwehr Avenue, in front of the Gettysburg Heritage Center
This tour typically takes around half a day to complete, depending on your pace and how often you stop along the way.
1.2 Miles