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Each season brings out a new side of Gettysburg, and if you’ve only experienced one you are missing out. In the spring, beautiful blossoms emerge across thousands of acres, inviting travelers to explore family farms, markets and more. As the days turn even warmer in the summer, visitors flock to historic sites and festivals to enjoy signature events that bring the past to life while celebrating the rich culture of the present. Fall arrives in an explosion of color, the perfect backdrop to apple picking in the countryside and spooky tours of downtown. When the days turn cold, the region transforms into a winter wonderland where you can spend the days skiing in nearby Fairfield and the nights curled up with a cup of hot cocoa in a cozy room.

Gettysburg is known for its rich Civil War history, immersive museums and engaging living history experiences, but there is more to this quaint town beyond the battlefield. You can find high-caliber culinary offerings, treasure hunting at a variety of boutique shops, a lively arts and entertainment scene, and an overall homey, small town feeling in a walkable setting.

Just a short drive from downtown you’ll find yourself among rolling hills painted with bountiful fruit orchards and farm markets. Immersive yourself in the Adams County countryside by venturing out on the Adams County Pour Tour and Adams County Crop Hop to engage with our growers and makers who have been working the land for generations as you enjoy seasonal offerings such as pick-your-own fruit and craft beverage releases.

Discover the unique and authentic tastes of Adams County, Pennsylvania’s craft beverages with a self-guided journey along the Adams County Pour Tour. Sign up for the free digital passport and start sampling craft beer, wine, spirits, cider and mead as you collect prizes along the way.

The Pour Tour takes participants through the bustling downtown streets of Gettysburg and into the scenic countryside of Adams County. Enjoy your favorite libations next to the vineyards, among the orchards and beside the hops that produce the very ingredients in your glass.

Gettysburg’s rich history makes it a highly popular destination for history lovers of all ages. For those visiting for the first time to those returning for the second time and beyond, there are always new ways to experience the destination.

Immersive museums provide overarching context to the full three-day battle, as well as focus on certain aspects like Civil War medicine and civilian life. Civil War house tours give visitors a literal inside look at history and offer visitors a personal perspective on the impact of war in the rural town of Gettysburg. Visitors can explore the battlefield at their own pace along the self-guided auto tour route or take a private tour with a licensed guide in the comfort of their own vehicle. Licensed battlefield guides also provide tours by bus, horseback, horse-drawn carriage, and Scoot Coupe.

Gettysburg’s history extends to its culinary scene, where visitors can embark on downtown food tours, dine in historic buildings, and savor the taste of the past through dishes that hearken back to a different time.