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

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

Overview

Witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Your knowledgeable guide discusses 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 as well as a convenient drive from the nation's capital.

City: Gettysburg

Mon 28 Oct

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Starting at $38.00

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Mon 28 Oct

Starting at $38.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Transport by Air-Conditioned Coach Bus

Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour

Driver/guide

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
MEETING LOCATION: Tour departs from Gettysburg Tour Center, 778 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Shields installed at registers. Contactless tickets.

What To Expect

Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours

MEETING LOCATION: Tour departs from Gettysburg Tour Center, 778 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Travel the historic fields of Gettysburg in the comfort of an air-conditioned guided tour bus and watch history come alive through the eyes of a licensed guide. Enjoy a truly unique perspective into the three-day Battle of Gettysburg. Your guide may stop at one of the following scenic locations.

Gettysburg National Military Park

The Battle of Gettysburg, a turning point in the Civil War, was the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion," Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address."

Devils Den

Devils Den is a rock formation that can be explored by the whole family. Located in the middle of Gettysburg National Military Park below Little Round Top.

Little Round Top

Unique view of the battlefield below with monument at top of the hill.

Pickett's Charge

As you stand and look across the vast space between the two armies one can imagine the intense battle that occurred here that impacted the outcome of the Civil War.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (875)

Y3841AHwilliama

Nov 2020

This was our second battlefield bus tour and definitely the best. Our tour guide, Mr. Winkleman, was wonderful! He gave a very informative presentation during the ride and at the stops that we made. Our son, who is a history buff, was very impressed with the entire experience. The reservation process was seamless--kudos to Bonnie!! Thank you all for a great visit.

Response from Host

Nov 2020

Thanks for the great review. Glad everyone enjoyed the tour and that we were a part of a great experience for you and your family.

Clark_C

Nov 2020

The guide was very knowledgeable but it was boring. He tried to make it interesting but history dates and names get boring.

Response from Host

Nov 2020

Thanks for your review. All Guides tell their story differently. Could you tell me the date and time you took the tour so that we can address this matter.

SWF111111

Nov 2020

This was NOT an enclosed coach, it was an open top double decker bus. They sent me a message saying they had reserved seats for us up top. I requested they move us downstairs since it was October and the weather iffy. They agreed to move us downstairs and sent a confirmation message. When we got there, they still had us up top and had no room down below. To avoid a fuss we sat up top. It was in the 40s and freezing while the bus was moving. We were freezing most of the tour. The earbuds were large and uncomfortable. The path the tour bus chose through the battlefield was strange and it was difficult to follow the tour guides narrative. I had done the enclosed coach tour twice in the past where a tape was played and it was fantastic. This open top bus with the live guide was uncomfortable and not nearly as interesting. Avoid if possible.

Response from Host

Nov 2020

Thanks for your review and feedback. Sorry you did not enjoy your tour. All guides do tell their story differently. The Audio presentation is only offered in our off season. The Enclosed bus would have still had a Guide. We use disposable earbuds for the safety of our guests. If you would have asked we do have headsets that we could have provided, which are cleaned in between tours. Hope the rest of your visit was enjoyable.