Top Gettysburg Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Fully immerse yourself in Gettysburg—site of one of the Civil War’s most important battles—with a private self-led audio driving tour. This flexible option includes a GPS-powered app with offline use, audio narration, and online support, downloadable after purchase and valid forever. Set off at your convenience; drive to key battle locations, monuments, and more; and learn about those pivotal three days of fighting from the narration.

Visit sites from the Battle of Gettysburg on a bus tour with a guide who tells you about the phases of the 3-day battle, which was a turning point in the American Civil War. See Devil's Den, Little Round Top, the location of Pickett's charge, and more. If you're a history or war buff, don't miss this chance to learn more about a pivotal piece of the past.

Experience the evening serenity of the bucolic Gettysburg Battlefield aboard our Famous Double Decker Bus. As you ride through the battlefield listen to the narrative of a Licensed Battlefield Guide tell you about the dramatic events of July 1st, 2nd and 3rd of 1863. At the conclusion of this special tour you have an opportunity to witness the dramatic sunset over the fields from the perfect vantage point. Tours are offered seasonally during holiday weekends or check the tour schedule to reserve your spot today!

This popular tour has entertained thousands since 2003, taking visitors on a journey into one of America’s most haunted historic homes. Step back in time to hear tales of the resident spirits, ghostly soldiers, heartbroken women, and a variety of paranormal activity. You will enter through the same doorway through which a bullet passed on July 3rd 1863, killing young Jennie Wade and making her the only civilian to be killed during the battle of Gettysburg. The cellar, and its unhappy resident, await your visit. The ghostly tales told in this house have been recorded in numerous books and television specials. Come see for yourself why this humble home has been featured on Travel Channel’s list of the most haunted houses. Click here for additional information on the history of Jennie Wade House. This tour is 90 minutes long and includes climbing stairs within the home and light walking in the vicinity. Be sure to bring your camera, as you never know what you may capture!

Gettysburg was the single deadliest battle in the Civil War, and the site of its dramatic turning point—and this walking tour will immerse visitors in that dark history, as well as the ghostly happenings that were said to occur in its aftermath. Meet your guide after sundown, and see many of Gettysburg’s key sights up close. Your guide will share spooky stories and facts to bring the history to life.

Gettysburg is one of the most haunted towns in America. Now you can join our amazing Tour Guides as they take you on a spooky journey to the most haunted locations in Gettysburg. We'll take you on a journey to meet the Patriots who helped make America the Country it is today. You'll visit the locations where their ghosts haunt you and hear their amazing stories. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.

Gettysburg is the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle—and many claim that the town is still haunted by the legacy of that conflict. See a new side of the area when you explore late at night, and learn all about local ghost stories and frights, on this eerie walking tour. After a historical overview, your group will grab ghost-hunting gear to see what frights you turn up.

Enjoy the fall colors on the battlefield and throughout historic Gettysburg from atop the famous Double Decker Bus. During your tour witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Hear your knowledgeable guide discuss the various phases of this three-day battle that was the turning point in the American Civil War. See significant locations including McPherson Ridge, Culp's Hill, Little Round Top, Devil's Den and the site of Pickett's charge. Ideal for history lovers, this tour is a somber exploration of one of the most pivotal places in America's past — and a convenient drive from the nation's capital.

This is a small-group, hands-on paranormal investigation—not a theatrical ghost tour. You’ll investigate two of Gettysburg’s reportedly haunted bridges, Sachs Covered Bridge and Eisenhower Bridge, after dark using real ghost-hunting equipment provided for you. Your guide will help you use the gear, conduct focused experiments, and evaluate possible responses as they happen. The smaller group size allows more time with the equipment, less noise and distraction, and a more serious investigative atmosphere. Every night is different, and paranormal activity can never be guaranteed—but the goal is to give you the time, tools, locations, and guidance to conduct a genuine ghost hunt.

No other town can boast the history of Gettysburg. It's fascinating birth, its role in the battle, President Abraham Lincoln's visit to give his immortal address, a president who settled here, and so much more! Walk the streets of Gettysburg with an experienced licensed town guide. Group sizes are generally under ten for these tours. This tour complements the 1:00 p.m. tour (Danger & Courage). This tour covers the Northern End of town; the Civilian Experience covers the Southern End.

One of the most exciting and exclusive tours we offer in Gettysburg is the Haunted Bus Tour. This bus tour takes you past some of the most haunted locations around Gettysburg while regaling you with the area’s most chilling haunted tales. Highlights of this 90-minute tour include a stop at the infamous Sachs Bridge and Gettysburg College. Beware, strange encounters await. You never know who or what might be waiting for you in the darkness…Are you brave enough to find out? Haunted Bus Tours are offered most Saturdays throughout the summer and fall. Seating is limited and tours do sell out in advance. You will depart the bus twice during the tour; walking is required during each stop. Be sure to bring your camera, as you never know what you may capture!

It can be hard to make sense of the Gettysburg Battlefield when visiting on your own—but straining to hear your guide on a large tour bus isn’t everyone’s idea of a good vacation. With this self-guided audio tour, explore the area at your own pace and from the comfort of your own private vehicle, with the power to stop, restart, and replay the commentary whenever you wish.

Step into the realm of the unknown and immerse yourself in the beautiful college campus that once held temporary grave sites, where the veil between worlds is at its thinnest. Behold the apparitions that come and go like whispers in the wind and feel the presence of ‘The Blue Boy’, a lost soul who lingers outside a third-story dormitory window, his eyes fixed on a world that continues to move forward without him. Embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries held within the walls of a building where two modern college administrators once descended into a Civil War Hospital, frozen in time, 130 years after the war’s end.

Perfect for history buffs and independent-minded travelers, this self-led Gettysburg tour bundle will introduce you to all of the region’s key landmarks—and will educate you about this pivotal, bloody episode of the Civil War. Included is an immersive driving tour that will include stops at locations like Culp’s Hill and the Gettysburg National Cemetery; a spooky ghost tour; plus two walking tours of the Devil’s Den and Seminary Ridge battlefields.

As the site of one of the bloodiest battles in American history, the Battle of Gettysburg led to the death of over 50,000 people. This 3-day battle has influenced dozens of stories about ghosts and hauntings, many of which you’ll hear about during this walking tour. Some tales are more historical than haunted, though the traumatic conflict has left its mark on sites like the Gettysburg Hotel and The Union Hotel where spirits reportedly lurk.

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

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.

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

The Battle of Gettysburg was one of the Civil War’s most important moments, marking a turning point for a brutal war. Follow your host around town to several sights known for paranormal activity such as Unity Park, Dobbin House Tavern, and Gettysburg National Cemetary, and listen to accounts of the thousands of lives that were lost during this bloody war.

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.

Baltimore Street and Steinwehr Avenue were trapped in the crossfire between Union and Confederate troops. On this tour you will hear about the tragic death of Jennie Wade, how civilians survived the battle, the fighting between the two sides in the streets, the aftermath of the battle, presidential visits, and some of Gettysburg’s early history. Walk the streets of Gettysburg with an experienced licensed town guide. Group sizes are generally under ten for these tours. This tour complements the 11:00 a.m. tour (Civilian Experience). This tour covers the Southern End of town; the Civilian Experience covers the Northern End.

You may know Gettysburg as a landmark battleground of the American Civil War, but there’s much more to this area beyond history. This food tour takes you through historic downtown to discover the cuisine that locals love. Wander to mouthwatering restaurants and breweries where you’ll taste fresh produce, Amish treats, and Philadelphia-inspired flavors. Let your guide give your taste buds an unforgettable sampling of Gettysburg’s gastronomy.

Learn more about the Battle of Gettysburg and the lives lost during one of the Civil War’s fiercest fights with this ghost tour that takes you to the most haunted locations in town. Hear stories about the soldiers who died here—and whose souls may still walk these streets—and about the locals who watched their town destroyed by war. Gain a better understanding of this important historic battle through engaging ghost stories suitable for all ages.