Things To Do In Gettysburg With Kids | Destination Gettysburg

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

1863 Escape Room

Are you a hero? Find out at 1863 Escape Room in historic Downtown Gettysburg! Work as a team using your best intuition, instinct, and logic to solve a Civil War mystery within one hour before time runs out.

717-420-2409

344 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Southern Pennsylvania Clay

Southern PA Clay is an every-person-inclusive pottery studio located in Gettysburg, PA. We offer a large selection of classes in ceramics for all skill levels (beginner to expert) and age groups (ages 5+). We also create an enormous variety of custom artwork and offer a retail shop in our downtown location!

(301) 606-2436

102 Chambersburg St
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Michaux State Forest

Immerse yourself in the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking, picnicking, fishing, ATV riding and much more at the beautiful 85,500 acre Michaux State Forest.

717-352-2211

10099 Lincoln Way
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides

A town changed forever! Dead and dying soldiers lying everywhere. Walk the streets of Gettysburg with a Licensed Town Guide and hear the civilians' experiences of life in Gettysburg before, during and after the Battle. Venture to Gettysburg's seldom seen places. Experience Lincoln's visit.

717-253-5737

P.O. Box 3245
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Ghost Tours & Gettysburg Paranormal Association

The tour that is vastly different from all the others. Each tour guide has their own distinct route.

717-338-1818

47 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County

Offering an award-winning fitness center, gymnasium, indoor pool, whirlpool and seasonal outdoor pool. Don't let your vacation stop your recreation and fitness schedule!

717-334-9171

909 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Association of Licensed Battlefield Guides

Guiding visitors for over 100 years! Step back in time in the comfort of your own vehicle and let your Licensed Battlefield Guide bring to life one of history's most famous battles.

717-337-1709

241 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Civil War Ghosts Gettysburg Tours, Pub Crawls, and Ghost Hunts

Walk alongside the ghosts of the Civil War's bloodiest battle. Join us tonight on a bone-chilling ghost tour, fun and spooky pub crawl, or an exclusive Civil War ghost hunt and investigation on site to hear the gripping stories of the ghosts and hauntings of Gettysburg!

717-997-7511

452 Baltimore St
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center

A 500-member non-profit agency supporting artistic efforts throughout the county's schools and communities cultivating an arts rich community.

717-334-5006

125 S. Washington Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides

Come enjoy a leisurely carriage ride through the rolling hills, countryside landscapes and orchards of Adams County. Experience the beauty of the blossoms in spring, the fruit and crops growing ready for harvest and the spectacular red, yellow and amber colors of fall. Just 15 minutes from downtown Gettysburg.

(717) 778-5275

210 Clearview Rd
Aspers, PA 17304

World War II American Experience

See history come to life! Here at World War II American Experience, we take great pride in sharing the true experience the war had on Americans and how it affected their lives. The museum hosts an extensive collection of military vehicles and artifacts along with their stories. Visit us today!

717-253-3414

845 Crooked Creek Road, PO Box 3062
Gettysburg, PA 17325

The Daniel Lady Farm

While on site, tour the Historic Daniel Lady Farm house and barn, which served as a Confederate staging area during the three-day battle and a field hospital afterwards. Home to the annual Reenactment and Living History Encampment held during the weekend of the anniversary of the battle.

717-778-7760

1008 Hanover Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Diorama & History Center

See the entire 6,000 acre battlefield at one time at the Gettysburg Diorama.

717-334-6408

241 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Granite Hill Adventure Golf

Experience an unusual waterfall & cascading streams from atop Stone Mountain with Adventure Golf. A whole new element of excitement & fun for all ages

1-800-642-TENT

3340 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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. Hiking trail open year-round.

717-677-8558

405 Boyer Nursery Road
Biglerville, PA 17307

Land of Little Horses Interactive Animal Theme Park

Join us for some family fun at The Land of Little Horses, where magic happens everyday! Land of Little Horses is an interactive experience. Come take a ride on one of our ponies, visit our petting zoo, and come see our many events!

717-334-7259

125 Glenwood Drive
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Heritage Center Museum

Witness the Battle of Gettysburg from two unique perspectives – the civilians who called it home, and the soldiers on the battlefield. The story of the battle comes to life through both museum displays, and the battlefield orientation film, "Gettysburg Animated Map", produced by the American Battlefield Trust.

717-334-6245

297 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Steinwehr Avenue BID

Steinwehr is home to restaurants, lodging, specialty retail, gift & souvenir shops, museums, history centers, art galleries, tours, & living history.

717-337-1698

Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Majestic Theater

Gettysburg College's Majestic Theater keeps audiences applauding year round!

717-337-8200

25 Carlisle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

David Wills House

Best known as the house where President Abraham Lincoln stayed prior to delivering the Gettysburg Address, the David Wills House features a National Park Service seven-gallery interactive museum relating the story of Wills, Lincoln’s visit and the Gettysburg Address.

8 Lincoln Square
Gettysburg, PA 17325

National Apple Harvest Festival

Fall in love with autumn at The National Apple Harvest Festival! Enjoy beautiful handmade crafts, delicious food, and entertainment for the whole family!

717-677-9413

615 Narrows Road
Biglerville, PA 17307

Segways on The Square

Tours of the Gettysburg Battlefield and area using Segway Personal Transporters(TM) and Licensed Battlefield Guides.

717-253-7987

11 Lincoln Square
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Strawberry Hill

Experience your love of nature at Strawberry Hill! Explore miles of hiking trails that connect to Michaux State Forest, engage with our naturalists by booking an educational program, play in cold mountain creeks or enjoy a picnic by our pond.

717-642-5840

1537 Mount Hope Road
Fairfield, PA 17320

Children of Gettysburg 1863®

The interactive adventure for young historians is Gettysburg's most-family friendly children's history museum. Explore the stories of Gettysburg through the words and experiences of children and young adults who lived here during the Battle of Gettysburg. Engaging first-hand accounts and interactive exhibits bring the stories to life. Visit GettysburgFoundation.org/Children for tickets.

877-874-2478

451 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Adams County Farmers Market

Everyone knows that Adams County is renowned for our amazing apples! As autumn rolls around, make sure to stop by the farmers market and pick up some of Adams County's favorite fruit - and any other fall favorites you might be craving!

223-278-4422

Gettysburg Recreation Park, 545 Long Lane
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Caledonia State Park

Head to Caledonia State Park for a day of hiking, swimming, fishing, picnicking and more in the great outdoors.

717-352-2161

101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Under the Horizon Pottery Arts Studio

Under The Horizon (UTH) is an outreach based studio. We use our creative talents to serve our community. Offering walk-in art activities, pottery lessons, summer camps, parties, field trips and fundraisers. Enjoy our in-house pottery shoppe and online Etsy store at PrayerThumbprint.

717-752-4593

2650 Biglerville Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor

The Lincoln Highway, our nation’s first coast-to-coast highway, marked the birth of popular American tourism – vacationing by automobile.

724-879-4241

Route 30, PA

Reluctant Witnesses – Gettysburg Historic Town Walking Tours

Two Hour Gettysburg historic town walking tours that showcase the civilians of Gettysburg who witnessed the horror of war, highlighting historic buildings and their importance. Rediscovering firsthand accounts describing civilian life and the musings of soldiers who tactically and tragically occupied the streets of Gettysburg in July 1863.

443-324-1936

Downtown Gettysburg, PA 17325

Annual Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival

An old time baseball festival the 3rd weekend in July played by the rules and customs and using the same style equipment and uniforms from 1864.

410-967-7482

965 Pumping Station Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Historic Gettysburg Walking Tour

A self-guided walking tour along the streets where soldiers fought, civilians lived and President Lincoln paraded to the National Cemetery in 1863.

717-334-6274

1560 Fairfield Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

Visitors enjoy recreational activities for every season at Pine Grove Furnace State Park. Get active with hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, cross-country skiing ice skating and much more.

717-486-7174

1100 Pine Grove Road
Gardners, PA 17324

GettyPeds

Tour Historic Gettysburg in style with GettyPeds' signature scoot couples or eco-friendly electric bikes.

717-398-2600

71 Buford Ave
Gettysburg, PA 17325

National Civil War Museum

See and feel the emotions rise and fall as you embrace Bull Run, Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, Antietam and Gettysburg.

717-260-1861

1 Lincoln Circle At Reservoir Park
Harrisburg, PA 17103

Northern Central Railway

Northern Central Railway is an excursion railroad that offers an authentic experience where you can meet presidents and generals, experience the Wild West, enjoy the beautiful countryside and ride along the very rails that helped build and save our nation.

717-942-2370

117 N Front St
New Freedom , PA 17349

Eisenhower National Historic Site

Adjacent to the Battlefield, President Eisenhower's home and farm served as a weekend retreat and a meeting place for world leaders.

717-338-9114

Entrance off Emmitsburg Road, past West Confederate Ave., 250 Eisenhower Farm Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Visit Gettysburg. Learn some history. Bring home memories! We offer horseback rides on the Gettysburg Battlefield and battlefield and town horse-drawn carriage tours. Tour the Gettysburg Battlefield with Licensed Battlefield Guides on walking tours or private car tours- same day availability!

717-476-7428

Carriages: 2190 Emmitsburg Rd, Horseback: Youth Camp Entrance, McMillan Woods
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Tour by Action Tour Guide

We offer a self-guided GPS-enabled audio tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield.

508-506-1844

Gettysburg Heritage Center, 297 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Nerd Herd Gifts & Games

"Because everyone's a nerd about something." - Mr. Jones

717-334-6373

10 York Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

Tour the historic Gettysburg Battlefield on horseback - hourly trail rides and narrated tours along the scenic trails of the Gettysburg National Park. No better way to see the Battlefield than on the back of an amazing horse!

717-253-6300

Tours begin at McMillan Woods Youth Campground, West Confederate Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Cunningham Falls State Park

Less than 25 miles southwest of Gettysburg in the Catoctin Mountains you'll find this peaceful oasis with lakes, waterfalls, hiking and more outdoor activities. Give us a visit on your next trip to Gettysburg!

301-271-7574

14039 Catoctin Hollow Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

The official start to your Gettysburg visit. Explore Gettysburg. Begin with the Film, Cyclorama & Museum Experience. Tour the Battlefield with a Licensed Battlefield Guide. Connect to the battlefield with National Park Service programs.

717-334-2436

1195 Baltimore Pike
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg National Military Park

Experience ranger programs & walks, campfire programs, living history & events that assist in preserving & interpreting the Gettysburg Battle.

1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

Located in the forests of South Mountain, Kings Gap Environmental Education Center offers outdoor recreation, overnight lodging at the impressive Cameron-Masland Mansion and a variety of environmental education and interpretive programs.

717-486-5031

500 Kings Gap Road
Carlisle, PA 17015

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

In 1802, Elizabeth Ann Seton was a loving wife and mother. Within two years, her husband’s business failed, and he died. Just 29 years old, she was a widow, single mother of five, and bankrupt. Discover how she faced these challenges, thrived, and went on to become the first American-born saint.

301-447-6606

339 S. Seton Avenue
Emmitsburg, MD 21727

Highland Games Academy Scotland

Fun for the family - Fun for your group. Offering caber tasters and team-building clinics for ALL genders and ages with modified Highland Games Heavy Athletics (think smaller cabers).

717-580-3018

Gettysburg area, PA 17325

Historic South Mountain Fruit Belt – America’s Orchard

An adventure through "America's Orchard" is a wonderful way to experience our authentic Adams County destination.

Historic South Mountain Fruit Belt
Adams County, PA

Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm and Market

Come visit us and find out that we are not just a store, but an experience! Not only do we have all kinds of amazing goodies and fresh produce, but also fun activities for the entire family. We put "family fun" back on the calendar!

717-677-8412

545 Carlisle Road
Biglerville, PA 17307

Eastern Museum of Motor Racing

View a collection of vintage racecars, artifacts, research library of rare books, and sport of auto racing documents & photos, plus a gift shop.

717-528-8279

100 Baltimore Road
York Springs, PA 17372

Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours

Travel the historic fields of Gettysburg in the iconic, open air Double Decker Bus, or in the comfort of an air-conditioned guided tour bus. Watch history come alive through the eyes of a licensed battlefield guide. Enjoy a truly unique perspective into the three-day Battle of Gettysburg.

717-334-6296

778 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve

Explore the preserve where people and animals who jump, swim, fly, roar and tweet to greet you get closer together.

301-271-4922

13019 Catoctin Furnace Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

Gettysburg Rec Park

We strive to enrich the quality of community life through people, parks and programs.

717-334-2028

545 Long Lane
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Mont Alto State Park

Head to the oldest park in the Pennsylvania state park system for quiet solitude spent in nature as well as fun recreational activities like snowmobiling and fishing.

717-352-2161

101 Pine Grove Road
Fayetteville, PA 17222

Codorus State Park

Winter, spring, summer, fall - you'll find something to do in every season at the 3,500-acre Codorus State Park. Located just a short drive from Gettysburg, we're the perfect addition to your family vacation.

717-637-2816

2600 Smith Station Road
Hanover, PA 17331

Historic Round Barn & Farm Market

The Historic Round Barn and Round Barn Farm Market is owned and operated by Knouse Fruitlands, Inc. The barn is just 8 miles west of Gettysburg.

717-334-1984 (BARN)

298 Cashtown Road
Biglerville, PA 17307

Shriver House Museum – The Civilian Experience

Travel back in time with a guide dressed in period attire as you walk through the Shrivers’ meticulously restored 1860 home to learn the other side of the Battle of Gettysburg - how families and their homes were affected before, during, and after the battle that ravaged this historic town.

717-337-2800

309 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Civil War Tails at the Homestead Diorama Museum, LLC

Unique museum featuring historically accurate dioramas with thousands of handmade miniature soldiers who are actually cats in uniform.

717-420-5273

785 Baltimore St
Gettysburg , PA 17325

Farnsworth House Tours

Join us here at the Farnsworth House for historical and ghost presentations. Tour one of the most haunted inns in America during a ghost tour or paranormal investigation, or take an interactive history tour in Camp Tiger, our Civil War camp located right on property!

7173348838

401 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Museum of History

See one of the most extensive private collections of artifacts from the American Civil War, World War I, World War II, Presidencies and Pop Culture.

717-337-2035

219 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center

It Began Here...An Unforgettable Gettysburg Experience Begins Here, Too.

717-339-1300

111 Seminary Ridge
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Fields of Adventure

A farm adventure waiting just for you - themed corn mazes with in-maze games, pick-your-own pumpkin field, hayrides, a zip line, corn box, and more!

888-677-0093

64 Tree Lane
Aspers, PA 17304

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc

Bicycling around Gettysburg is a great way to see the sites, enjoy our community and stay healthy. Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian presents a variety of ride options in town, on the battlefield and throughout scenic Adams County. Download a variety of cue sheets for your next Gettysburg bike ride.

c/o Dennis Hickethier, 85 Bittern Drive
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg Community Theatre

Gettysburg Community Theatre produces plays, musicals, improv comedy, and pianist/singer concerts year-round in its intimate 80 seat theatre located within the first block of Lincoln Square in downtown Gettysburg.

717-334-2692

49 York Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Jennie Wade House Museum

With but few minor changes and repairs, the house remains much as it did more than 150 years ago. Authentically furnished from cellar to attic. Hear the story of the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg.

717-334-4100

548 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Adams County Library System

Whatever information you're looking for, you can find it with the help of the Adams County Library System, which is expanding to provide access to new technologies, space for creation and collaboration, and enhanced programs for learning and exploration.

717-334-5716

140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Take a day trip to Gifford Pinchot State Park 30 miles northeast of Gettysburg and plan a day of outdoor fun with activities like hiking, horseback riding, swimming, disc golfing, ice skating and more.

717-432-5011

2200 Rosstown Road
Lewisberry, PA 17339

Gettysburg Brass Band Festival

Annual brass music festival taking place at various locations throughout Gettysburg June 5 -9. 22 bands from 7 states will perform in 2024. Visit the web site - www.gettysburgbrassbandfestival.com, for a complete schedule.

717-253-2244

PO Box 3491
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Ticket to the Past – Unforgettable Journeys: A Virtual Reality Experience at the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station

All aboard for Gettysburg’s first immersive virtual reality experience. Travel back to 1863. Meet some of the station’s unlikely occupants. Hear the stories of historic figures in connection with the station during the aftermath of the Battle of Gettysburg. Get a glimpse of our 16th President's arrival to the station.

877-874-2478

35 Carlisle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Plan Your Gettysburg Trip

Things to do with Kids

Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium

1863 Escape Room

Southern Pennsylvania Clay

Michaux State Forest

Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides

Gettysburg Ghost Tours & Gettysburg Paranormal Association

YWCA Gettysburg & Adams County

Association of Licensed Battlefield Guides

Civil War Ghosts Gettysburg Tours, Pub Crawls, and Ghost Hunts

Adams County Arts Council Arts Education Center

Silvershire Farm Horse Carriage and Wagon Rides

World War II American Experience

The Daniel Lady Farm

Gettysburg Diorama & History Center

Granite Hill Adventure Golf

Boyer Nurseries & Orchards

Land of Little Horses Interactive Animal Theme Park

Gettysburg Heritage Center Museum

Steinwehr Avenue BID

Majestic Theater

David Wills House

National Apple Harvest Festival

Segways on The Square

Strawberry Hill

Children of Gettysburg 1863®

Adams County Farmers Market

Caledonia State Park

Under the Horizon Pottery Arts Studio

Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor

Reluctant Witnesses – Gettysburg Historic Town Walking Tours

Annual Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival

Historic Gettysburg Walking Tour

Pine Grove Furnace State Park

GettyPeds

National Civil War Museum

Northern Central Railway

Eisenhower National Historic Site

Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Tour by Action Tour Guide

Nerd Herd Gifts & Games

Hickory Hollow Horse Tours

Cunningham Falls State Park

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center

Gettysburg National Military Park

Kings Gap Environmental Education Center

National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

Highland Games Academy Scotland

Historic South Mountain Fruit Belt – America’s Orchard

Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. Fruit Farm and Market

Eastern Museum of Motor Racing

Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours

Catoctin Wildlife Preserve

Gettysburg Rec Park

Mont Alto State Park

Codorus State Park

Historic Round Barn & Farm Market

Shriver House Museum – The Civilian Experience

Civil War Tails at the Homestead Diorama Museum, LLC

Farnsworth House Tours

Gettysburg Museum of History

Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center

Fields of Adventure

Healthy Adams Bicycle/Pedestrian Inc

Gettysburg Community Theatre

Jennie Wade House Museum

Adams County Library System

Gifford Pinchot State Park

Gettysburg Brass Band Festival

Ticket to the Past – Unforgettable Journeys: A Virtual Reality Experience at the Gettysburg Lincoln Railroad Station

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