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Where to See the Best Christmas Lights in Gettysburg, PA (2025 Guide)

There’s not much that gets people into the Christmas spirit more ... Read This Story

Gifts with a Story: Holiday Shopping in Gettysburg & Adams County

By: Tina Klym-Snyder

This Christmas, if you love Gettysburg, give Gettysburg.

This holiday season, plan a getaway to Gettysburg and discover how giving local makes every gift more meaningful. In the season of giving, what better way to show your love of something than by sharing it? And in Adams County, there’s so much to share. From handmade confections, handpicked produce, and heirloom artifacts to dazzling jewelry, stylish décor, charming pop culture, and immersive gaming, From charming downtown boutiques and artisan shops to countryside farm markets and small-town antiques, Gettysburg and Adams County invite visitors to experience the joy of shopping ... Read This Story

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

by: Carl Whitehill

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 ... Read This Story

Homeschooling Field Trip to Gettysburg: An Educational Itinerary for All Ages 

by: Moellyn Ramos Yetsko

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is an excellent choice for a homeschooling field trip due to its pivotal role in the Civil War, as well as its strong lessons in history, science, and hands-on learning. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a longer stay, Gettysburg provides a wealth of educational opportunities for K-12 students. Here’s an itinerary to help you make the most of your homeschooling lesson plans.   

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Gettysburg National Military Park and Museum & Visitor Center

Start your journey at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, the ... Read This Story

Reasons to Visit Gettysburg this October

Fall is officially here, and we are excited as ever to enjoy cool, autumn temperatures, feast on fall food and enjoy the varieties of color that will soon blanket the rolling hills of the Gettysburg countryside.

October has become one of the most popular times to visit this historic region, and we have dozens of reasons why, but here are just a few of our favorites …

So, weather-wise, September didn’t exactly make us feel like fall was on our doorstep. But we’re hopeful that October will bring us those cool temperatures that we’ve waited all summer for, and ... Read This Story

Adventure to Gettysburg’s Nearby State Parks

Minutes from historic Gettysburg, thousands of acres of state park and forest land are waiting to be explored. Six state parks and Michaux State Forest are located less than 40 minutes from the Civil War town. Whether you go hiking under a canopy of leaves, paddling on a serene lake, or chasing waterfalls in the woods, you’re sure to find adventure in the great outdoors near Gettysburg.

Just a short drive from Downtown Gettysburg, travelers will find a park steeped in Civil War history. Caledonia State Park was the site of abolitionist Thaddeus Steven’s ironworks. During the ... Read This Story

Camping in Gettysburg and Adams County, PA

by: Ross Spangler

For many travelers, a visit to Gettysburg is an opportunity to get up-close and personal with the great outdoors – the smell of crackling fires, sights of glowing lightning bugs, sounds of birds chirping in the morning and the sweet taste of s’mores before heading off to bed.

Campgrounds in Gettysburg give travelers a place to unwind after touring the battlefield, a place to refresh and cool off with cold treats and swimming pools or take in the beautiful countryside that surrounds the historic town.

Whether you prefer tent camping or staying in the comfort of ... Read This Story

Places to Get a Chill in Gettysburg

by: Tinsy Labrie

Over the past several decades, Gettysburg has been included among the most haunted destinations in the world, with travelers arriving from far and wide to get a glimpse of the Civil War town’s “night life” through ghost tours and haunted investigations at historic landmarks, taverns and inns across the region.

Whether you have a passion for ghost hunting or are a skeptic through and through, these places have a reputation for sending a shiver down your spine. Find out for yourself, if you dare.

Gettysburg Orphanage

A building where children without families were taken after the ... Read This Story

Dog-Friendly Gettysburg

by: Mary Grace Kauffman

Miles of scenic trails, cozy pet-friendly lodging and a vibrant downtown await you and your four-legged travel companion. Check out some of our favorite stops for a “paw-some” adventure in Gettysburg!

Tails on the Battlefield

Grab your pup’s leash and head out to Gettysburg National Military Park, where you can walk in the footsteps of the soldiers who fought here more than 160 years ago. Take an easy stroll along paved roads beside beautifully crafted monuments or venture out to wooded trails where you might spot some critters.

While the entire battlefield is worth exploring, ... Read This Story

Ways to Spring into Gettysburg

With spring in the air, it’s officially time to get out of your house and enjoy the outdoors. In ... Read This Story

10 Things to do in Gettysburg this Winter

As the days get shorter and frost settles across this historic landscape, Gettysburg transforms into a ... 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

11 Experiences To Have This Spring In Gettysburg

Spring is officially here, and we couldn’t be more excited about it being one of the ... Read This Story

10 Must-Dos on Your First Visit to Gettysburg

So you’re planning your first trip to Gettysburg, where do you start? With the variety of ... Read This Story

Top 10 Places for Springtime Blossoms in Adams County

There is something to love about every season in Adams County, Pa., but when it ... Read This Story

5 Ideas for a Girls’ Night Out in Gettysburg

Sometimes life can get a little hectic and you just need a night out with ... 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 the ... Read This Story