Things to Do in Gettysburg, PA: A Local's Guide

If you're searching for things to do in Gettysburg, PA, you've come to the right place. Gettysburg is more than just a battlefield — it's a charming historic town with world-class tours, locally-owned shops, breweries, wineries, and some of the best bed and breakfasts in Pennsylvania.

Whether you're planning a romantic weekend getaway, a girlfriend weekend, or a family vacation, here's our local's guide to the top attractions near Gettysburg, PA.

What to See in Gettysburg, PA

The Gettysburg National Military Park is the obvious starting point — a 6,000-acre battlefield with the famous Gettysburg National Cemetery where Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address. But that's just the beginning.

Top attractions include:

• Gettysburg National Military Park — 6,000 acres of battlefield, monuments, and history
• Gettysburg National Cemetery — Lincoln's Gettysburg Address site
• Jennie Wade House — the only civilian killed during the battle
• Eisenhower National Historic Site — President Eisenhower's retirement home
• David Wills House — where Lincoln finished writing the Gettysburg Address
• Soldiers' National Museum — Civil War artifacts and exhibits

A Perfect Gettysburg 3-Day Itinerary

If you've got three days, here's how we'd spend them.

Day 1: Gettysburg Battlefield Tours

Start with a guided Gettysburg battlefield tour. Licensed Battlefield Guides are worth every penny — they bring the three-day battle to life in a way no app or self-guided tour can. Spend the afternoon walking the cemetery and browsing downtown shops.

Day 2: Ghost Tours and Local Eats

Gettysburg is one of the most haunted towns in America. Take a Gettysburg ghost tour after dark, tour the Jennie Wade House by day, and have dinner at one of the fine dining restaurants in Gettysburg, PA.

Day 3: Eisenhower, Hiking & Breweries

Tour the Eisenhower National Historic Site in the morning, hike nearby trails in the afternoon, and finish with live music at a local brewery.

Plan Your Gettysburg Getaway

There are endless things to do in Gettysburg, PA — from outdoor adventures to historic deep-dives to romantic dinners. The best way to experience it all is by staying at a historic bed and breakfast like The Getty House — book direct and save up to 15%.