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Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this December

The holidays are here! The holidays are here!

Your favorite historic destination is decked out in full spirited holiday glory – the town tree is up, stores are brimming with beautiful gifts, Christmas cocktails are poured, and Gettysburg is inviting you to share in the magic of the holidays in this charming small town.

A Gettysburg getaway is the gift you can give yourself this year!

Here are just a few reasons why December is a great time for a getaway …

The charm of Gettysburg. If you’ve never visited Gettysburg during the holiday season, it’s straight out of ... Read This Story

Making Lasting Memories in Gettysburg, PA: One Day-Guide for Family and Friends

Gettysburg is a place that brings many friends and family together. In between the memories that are being made, there are many experiences that you can continue these memories to make them last a lifetime. Whether you are here to visit family or friends or hosting guests yourself, Gettysburg offers endless things to do for all types of visitors. Here are some ideas to make the most of the time in Gettysburg and ensure you enjoy every moment with the ones you love.

Start Your Morning Downtown

Begin your morning by taking the family out to town. Grab a ... Read This Story

Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this November

Only in Gettysburg would a month like November be one of our favorites.

November is a hybrid of two of our cherished seasons – part autumn and part holidays. The fall-like temperatures are just settling into the Gettysburg countryside, and yet the spirit of the holiday season is just around the corner. What’s not to like?

But in Gettysburg, November is also a time to celebrate Lincoln – his visit, his speech, and his mark on history.

Here are just a few reasons why November is a great time for a getaway …

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Birds of the Battlefield

The cannons have been mostly silent for the past 160-plus years – with the exception of Gettysburg National Military Park’s Living History demonstrations every season – but that doesn’t mean the fields and forests of the battlefield stay silent. Guests who venture into the park, regardless of the season, have the opportunity to experience the battlefield in an entirely new way: with the eyes and ears of a birder.

With its varied terrain of open fields, productive orchards, rocky hillsides, and canopied forests, Gettysburg National Military Park finds itself home to a multitude of birds, bugs, critters, and wildflowers … all ... Read This Story

Agriculture Seasons in Adams County

Travel ten minutes north of downtown Gettysburg and visit the Adams County countryside, featuring an expanse of rolling hills, orchards, and farm markets.

The countryside is home to the South Mountain Fruit Belt, a swath of land that encompasses most of upper Adams County. This area offers favorable growing conditions for a wide range of crops, especially apples.

Journey on the Adams County Crop Hop and experience the beautiful countryside first-hand. Sign up for your free passport and check-in at farm markets, nurseries, and other attractions to earn prizes.

Due to the seasonal nature of farming, crops are available ... Read This Story

Four Presidential Places in Gettysburg

Abraham Lincoln, Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Franklin D. Roosevelt, these historic figures have greatly impacted the ... Read This Story

10 Things to do in Gettysburg this Winter

Gettysburg, Pa., is an incredible year-round travel destination. Not only is the area home to ... Read This Story

Ways to Get in the Holiday Spirit in Gettysburg

Gettysburg is becoming one of the Mid-Atlantic’s top holiday destinations! With dozens of events ... Read This Story

10 Experiences To Have This Summer In Gettysburg

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is best known for its Civil War history, but the town and surrounding ... Read This Story

Things To Do With Kids In Gettysburg

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is an excellent destination for families with kids. The area offers a small-town feel, ... Read This Story

Take a Walk in President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Footsteps

On November 19, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln delivered a 272-word speech to dedicate a new ... Read This Story

Walk in General Eisenhower’s Footsteps – 5 Spots to Visit in Gettysburg

General Dwight D. Eisenhower was a resident of Gettysburg not only ... Read This Story

Making the Most of Gettysburg in a Day

For most travelers, Gettysburg is a place that takes at least a few days to ... Read This Story

Pick-Your-Own Paradise

Adams County, Pennsylvania is the fruit belt, technically we are part of it, but once you have made a trip here ... Read This Story

Seven Great Gettysburg Battlefield Hikes & Walks

There is an abundance of ways to tour Gettysburg National Military Park. Each place takes visitors ... Read This Story

Family-Friendly Attractions in Gettysburg

Families from around the country love Gettysburg and Adams County not just because it offers a one-of-a-kind educational experience, ... Read This Story

Top 10 Things to be Excited for in Gettysburg this Fall

There is something about autumn that awakens the senses! We gaze upon ... Read This Story