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For the Wine Connoisseur

Adams County may be known for its bountiful orchards, but it also is home to many vineyards and wine tasting rooms. Hop in the car for a long weekend getaway and sample carefully crafted wines of every variety.

Day 1

Adams County may be known for its bountiful orchards, but it also is home to many vineyards and wine tasting rooms. Hop in the car for a long weekend getaway and sample carefully crafted wines of every variety.

Check in to one of Gettysburg Pennsylvania’s cozy accommodations, unpack your car and get ready for an incredible tasting experience. Explore Gettysburg’s downtown shopping and restaurants while enjoying these three tasting rooms within walking distance of Lincoln Square.

On Chambersburg Street you’ll find the Adams County Winery – Gettysburg Wine Shop. They are known for amazing sweet wines. Don’t forget to pick up your passport and collect your first stamp!

Next, head to Reid’s Winery’s Cider House on Baltimore Street less than half a mile away. Sample both wine AND hard cider at this great spot and earn two Adams County Pour Tour stamps. Sit out back on their patio and relax with a flight. If you’re hungry, head across the street to the Farnsworth House Inn Restaurant and Sweney’s Tavern for a historic and yummy lunch.

Walk on over to Buddy Boy Winery’s Tasting Room next, just a quarter of a mile away. Don’t forget to try a wine slushy along with their uniquely named wines!

Day 2

Enjoy brunch at one of our amazing restaurants before heading to your first Adams County Pour Tour stop of the day. Drive just nine miles northwest of Gettysburg to Halbrendt Vineyard & Winery in Orrtanna, Pa. Owners John and Noemi Halbrendt are former pathologists at Penn State University’s Fruit Research & Extension Center who got into winemaking in their retirement. They grow their own grapes and make incredible wines using minimal chemicals and no added sugar. Grab a glass or bottle of your favorite and enjoy the gorgeous vineyard views from their picnic area.

Your next stop is just 3.5 miles away, also located in Orrtanna. Adams County Winery offers free tastings in their Civil War era barn. Sit outside on their patio and pair your wine with a wood-fired pizza from the Terrace Bistro. Many weekends they will have live music, games, food trucks and special events at the winery!

Before leaving Orrtanna you may want to make a stop at Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium. This roadside attraction is home to over 10,000 elephants, peanuts and amazing homemade fudge. Once you’ve had your fill of peanuts and fudge, head back to Gettysburg and visit J & P Winery. Mix things up with an original Slushy Bomb or sample one of their many fine wines. While out and about, choose from a selection of dinner spots within walking distance.

Day 3

Adams County may be known for its bountiful orchards, but it also is home to many vineyards and wine tasting rooms. Hop in the car for a long weekend getaway and sample carefully crafted wines of every variety.

Wake up and stretch your legs with a battlefield hike to get in some history and exercise before beginning another day along the Adams County Pour Tour.

Start your day with Boyer Cellars – the newest addition to Boyer Nurseries & Orchards. Some of the produce used in the wines and ciders at Boyer Cellars are made from apples grown in their orchards. This family farm has a fruit market with juicy fresh fruits and vegetables that you must check out before departing.

Now that you’ve tried Adams County’s wines, and a few of our ciders, come back for our beer, our spirits and more cider. Keep collecting stamps and earning our exciting Adams County Pour Tour prizes!

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Adams County Winery- Gettysburg Wine Shop

Adams County Winery- Gettysburg Wine Shop

Adams County Winery, the area’s oldest winery, has been crafting wine for over 45 years. Our downtown Gettysburg Wine Shop is conveniently located just 1/2 block from the town center and is open Wednesday to Sunday from 11am-5pm for to-go purchases and onsite consumption with limited indoor seating.

717-334-1381

25 Chambersburg Street,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Reid’s Winery: The Cider House

Reid’s Winery: The Cider House

Reid's Orchard and Winery's downtown location. Stop by for a wine tasting, a hard cider flight, try one of our new food menu items from Clawson's at the Cider House or just to relax with a glass and some live entertainment on the weekends!

717-334-7537

400 Baltimore Street,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Farnsworth House Inn Restaurant and Sweney’s Tavern

Farnsworth House Inn Restaurant and Sweney’s Tavern

A Civil War period dining experience featuring period fare served by period dressed servers. Bon Appetite magazine wrote, "History never tasted so good." Offering buffets, plated lunches, and dinners in either our Tavern or Main Dining Room, there is something for every type of special event.

717-334-8838

401 Baltimore Street,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Buddy Boy Winery Tasting Room

Buddy Boy Winery Tasting Room

Relax in our Gettysburg tasting room with a delicious glass of wine!

717-334-1149

523 Baltimore Street, Suite 1,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Halbrendt Vineyard & Winery

Halbrendt Vineyard & Winery

A small family-owned winery in Orrtanna, 7 miles west of Gettysburg, specializing in artisan wines from our vineyard and local growers.

717-334-7784

1150 Evergreen Way,
Orrtanna, PA 17353

Adams County Winery

Adams County Winery

We're open seven days a week. Enjoy wine by the glass or bottle or try a wine flight at one of our vast seating areas. No reservations are needed. Guests are always welcome to bring their own snacks with them or purchase some from our selection.

717-334-4631

251 Peach Tree Road,
Orrtanna, PA 17353

Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium

Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium

The area's sweetest family tradition! Discover more than 12,000 elephant figurines in every size on display. Then check out our huge selection of candy, homemade fudge, fresh roasted peanuts and unique gifts, and stroll our acres of whimsical gardens. You'll never forget Mister Ed's!

717-352-3792

6019 Chambersburg Road,
Orrtanna, PA 17353

J & P Winery

J & P Winery

Stop in to discover the taste of J & P Winery. With over 40 varieties of wine from sweet to dry, we have something for every palate.

717-549-2513

48 Baltimore Street,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

The Core Theatre at Jack’s Cider House

The Core Theatre at Jack’s Cider House

Your go to place for evening entertainment -- Corn hole, Karaoke, Live music - you name it! Located inside of Mela Kitchen at Jack Cider House Private rentals also available.

717-334-4888 ext 2

1865 Gettysburg Village Drive,
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Boyer Cellars

Boyer Cellars

In partnership with Jan Zell Wines, Boyer Cellars sells a variety of traditional red, white, and fruit wines and hard ciders. The rustic, spacious tasting room is located adjacent to Boyer Nurseries and features a chestnut wood tasting bar, ample seating, a wrap-around porch, and scenic views.

717-446-1623

405 Boyer Nursery Road,
Biglerville, PA 17307

Boyer Nurseries & Orchards

Boyer Nurseries & Orchards

A 5th generation family-owned business. U-pick cherries, blueberries, and apples available seasonally. Wine & hard cider tasting room. Live evergreen hedge maze. Full-service garden center and nursery. Open March thru Christmas.

717-677-8558

405 Boyer Nursery Road,
Biglerville, PA 17307

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