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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

Wed 23 Oct

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Starting at $38.00

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Wed 23 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.

Show 2 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (875)

Bruceebear

Jun 2019

Very informative and insightful guide (Bob). A good way to start exploring the battlefield and museums in depth.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thanks for the great review and recommendation. Glad you enjoyed the tour.

o_tami2

Jun 2019

We were all disappointed during this tour. For a placed steeped in history all our tour guide talked about was the flank and how it wins wars. The bus didn't slow down in front of any monuments and the tour guide didn't explain most of what we drove by. Wouldn't recommend if you want to actually grasp the enormity of this location or have any interest in US history.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Sorry you were disappointed in the tour. Can you tell me the day and time you did the tour? Would like to check into this further. The tour should have covered all three days of the battle. Unfortunately, with so many monuments and markers we are not able to cover everything. There are a couple of other options for those who have a love for history. Hire a private guide for your vehicle or purchase an Auto tour CD so you can stop where you would like. Hope you enjoyed your visit to Gettysburg.

Sheila M

Jun 2019

The tour guide brought the history to life and used his knowledge of the area to do so. I really enjoyed it except my disability limited me. I use an motorized cart or a walker, neither of which was allowed on the bus. I don't recommend this tour if you are disabled. You are better off buying the driving tour from the museum bookstore and viewing from our own vehicle.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Thanks for the review and recommendation. Handicapped accessible buses are available at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center.