Things to do with Kids

Things to do in Gettysburg with kids center on interactive living history, hands-on civilian museums, and outdoor family recreation. Top family activities include earning a Junior Ranger badge at Gettysburg National Military Park, exploring the interactive Children of Gettysburg 1863 museum, visiting countryside farm markets, and attending family-friendly seasonal events.

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Dobbin House Square

Explore American history at Dobbin House Square, a free outdoor museum featuring the Charters of Freedom, Gettysburg Address, and Liberty Bell replica. Open 24/7.

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89 Steinwehr Avenue
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Historic Jennie Wade Birthplace House

Tour the Historic Jennie Wade Birthplace by day, then hunt for spirits by night. Self-guided tours, ghost hunts & exclusive overnight experiences in Gettysburg.

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452 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325

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…

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6019 Chambersburg Road
Orrtanna, PA 17353

Lincoln Links

A new miniature golf course will provide visitors with endless entertainment and some spirited competition among friends and family.

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533 Steinwehr Avenue
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.

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219 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Gettysburg National Cemetery

Visit Gettysburg National Cemetery, the final resting place of thousands of American soldiers and veterans and the historic setting of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.

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97 Taneytown Road
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.

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13019 Catoctin Furnace Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

Gettysburg Railway

All aboard Gettysburg Railway for a scenic train excursion through Adams County, featuring historic storytelling, beautiful countryside views, and vintage passenger cars.

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106 N. Washington Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Lincoln Cemetery at Gettysburg

Discover the history of Gettysburg's Lincoln Cemetery and the Lincoln Cemetery Project Association's efforts to preserve this important piece of African American heritage.

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Corner of Long Lane and Lincoln Lane
Gettysburg, PA 17325

The Sew’n Place

Family owned and operated, with a tradition of customer service excellence. We're dedicated to helping each person who walks through our doors find the products they need to b…

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6195 Chambersburg Road
Fayetteville, PA 17322

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 golf…

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2200 Rosstown Road
Lewisberry, PA 17339

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…

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845 Crooked Creek Road, PO Box 3062
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 an…

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452 Baltimore St
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Strawberry Hill Nature Experience

Experience your love of nature at Strawberry Hill Nature Experience! Explore miles of hiking trails that connect to Michaux State Forest, engage with our naturalists by bookin…

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1537 Mount Hope Road
Fairfield, PA 17320

Wagner’s Farm Stand

Discover locally raised meats, farm-fresh eggs, raw milk, seasonal produce, honey, and more at Wagner's Farm Stand, a family-owned farm store in Gettysburg.

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2975 Baltimore Pike
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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.

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Entrance off Emmitsburg Road, past West Confederate Ave., 250 Eisenhower Farm Road
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…

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140 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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,…

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

Gettysburg National Military Park

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

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1195 Baltimore Pike, Suite 100
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-serv…

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405 Boyer Nursery Road
Biglerville, PA 17307

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