Gettysburg Walking Tour
Gettysburg, United States
Why Walk Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863 was the turning point of the American Civil War, with over 50,000 casualties in three days. The battlefield, preserved as a national military park, covers more than 6,000 acres with over 1,300 monuments, markers, and memorials. Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address here four months after the battle, dedicating the Soldiers' National Cemetery.
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Must-See Stops in Gettysburg
- •Gettysburg Battlefield — 6,000 acres with over 1,300 monuments marking the positions of both armies
- •Gettysburg National Cemetery — where Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address in November 1863
- •Little Round Top — the key hilltop position where a desperate Union defense helped turn the battle
- •Seminary Ridge — the Confederate position, with observation tower and Eisenhower farm nearby
Hidden Gems in Gettysburg
- •Eisenhower National Historic Site — President Eisenhower's farm adjacent to the battlefield, preserved as it was during his retirement
- •Sachs Covered Bridge — a historic 1854 covered bridge used by both armies during the battle
Walking Tip
Start at the Museum and Visitor Center for the cyclorama painting and orientation film. The battlefield auto tour takes 2-3 hours. Licensed battlefield guides offer the most in-depth experience.
Best Time to Visit
April through October. The anniversary weekend in early July draws reenactors and large crowds. Autumn foliage adds color to the monuments.
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