Gettysburg National Military Park

Gettysburg National Military Park protects and preserves the site of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle. Explore battlefields, visit museums, and see memorials that honor those who fought and mark pivotal moments in American history.

MUST-DO CHECKLIST

• Visit the Museum and Visitor Center – Pick up a map and seasonal guidebook, then check out the orientation film, cyclorama painting, and museum exhibits focused on the Civil War.
• Tour the Battlefield – Drive the self-guided auto tour or hire a licensed battlefield guide to see iconic battle locations like Little Round Top, Pickett’s Charge, and Devil’s Den.
• Attend a Ranger Program – Join ranger-led talks, guided battlefield walks, or living history presentations that bring Gettysburg’s people, strategies, historic sites, and sacrifices to life.
• Visit Gettysburg National Cemetery – Stroll among the graves of fallen soldiers and reflect at the historic site where Abraham Lincoln delivered the iconic Gettysburg Address.
• Explore the Shriver House Museum – Step inside this restored 1860 home to learn the civilian perspective and how the battle transformed daily life for Gettysburg residents.

Itinerary Idea: Explore key sites of the Battle of Gettysburg on a two-hour guided bus tour. A national park guide explains the pivotal moments of the three-day conflict as you visit Devil’s Den, Little Round Top, Pickett’s Charge, and other significant landmarks.

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