Journey into the picturesque countryside of Maryland and Pennsylvania on a day trip from Washington DC devoted to the historic battlefield of Gettysburg. You'll gain rich insights into an important part of America's heritage, and learn the story of the largest battle ever fought on US soil.
Highlights
- Devote your day to a tour of Gettysburg and the historic battlefield
- Visit the Gettysburg Diorama, one of the largest Miniature Military Dioramas in the United States
- Visit Cemetery Ridge, where Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Schriver House MuseumA must see!Photo by: Marci G11 2010 -
Little Round TopThe view from here is stunning!Photo by: Marci G11 2010 -
Peace MemorialThis was the quote on the memorial: "An enduring light to guide us in unity and fellowship. With firmness in the ...Photo by: Marci G11 2010 -
Downtown GettysburgStanding outside of the Diorama Museum.Photo by: Marci G11 2010 -
Model of Gettysburg battlePart of model showing the battle.Photo by: Gerald F MUSA, 07 2010 -
FenceThis is the type of fencing that was over many parts of the battlefield that day. To advance the fence had to be ...Photo by: Gerald F MUSA, 07 2010 -
StatueLittle or big round top . . .Photo by: Gerald F MUSA, 07 2010 -
Round TopView from Big Round Top?Photo by: Gerald F MUSA, 07 2010 -
Useful Information
Historic battlefield of Gettysburg
As you travel to Pennsylvania, relax and listen to as your guide identifies local points of interest.
When you arrive at Gettysburg you'll have time to explore the sights on your own. You'll see the Gettysburg Diorama, one of the largest miniature military dioramas in the country, for a narrated history of the Battle of Gettysburg, accompanied by sound and light effects.
While you tour the site, expert guides can provide essential background to the history of the famous battle.
Other highlights include:
- The restored home of George Washington Shriver
- The site where Confederate sharpshooters were killed
- The site where Civil War bullets and medical equipment were discovered 133 years later
This tour is seasonal and operates from March to November
Reviewed by Sharon D, November 2012
Really enjoyed my trip to Gettysburg. Not enough time spent in Washington DC. Hope to get back again in a couple of years. Guide was very informative and really knew his stuff.
Reviewed by ORLA H, October 2012
We had a fantastic day on our trip to Gettysburg. I would recommend it to anyone who has an interest in the Civil War. You are brought to the Diorama first which gives you an overview of the battle and sets out for you where and who everyone was. I loved the visit to Little Round Top. So evocative and quite moving. Our guide was very informative although he was quite dismissive of the efforts of Joshua Chamberlain which surprised me. No two historians agree on anything though so maybe not too surprising! All in all this is a great tour and a great day out.
