Gettysburg Historic Walking tour Downtown 1863
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Explore Gettysburgs historic center during July 1863
Hear civilian accounts from the Battle of Gettysburg
Visit important landmarks connected to local history
Walk historic streets at a relaxed comfortable pace
Reluctant Witness Gettysburg Walking Tour
Step into the heart of Gettysburg and discover the town as it appeared during the pivotal days of July 1863. This two hour walking tour focuses on the civilians who lived in Gettysburg and became reluctant witnesses to one of the most significant battles of the American Civil War.
Explore the stories and firsthand experiences of local residents who witnessed soldiers moving through their streets and the dramatic events unfolding around their homes. Your guide will explain what the town looked like in 1863, highlight existing historic structures, and share how the people of Gettysburg remembered the battle and its lasting impact on their community.
The tour begins outside 11 Lincoln Square, where you will meet near the statue of President Lincoln and the benches. From there, follow your guide through the center of town, visiting important landmarks connected to 1863. Walk along historic streets while learning how these locations looked and functioned during the battle before returning to Lincoln Square.
This is a leisurely paced walking tour with no hiking involved. The route follows paved roads and wheelchairs are manageable, making it a comfortable way to explore Gettysburg at a relaxed pace. Guests arriving by car can use the Race Horse Alley Parking Garage behind the Gettysburg Hotel or park at an NPS lot and take the Lincoln Line trolley into town.
Reluctant Witness Gettysburg Walking Tour
Step into the heart of Gettysburg and discover the town as it appeared during the pivotal days of July 1863. This two hour walking tour focuses on the civilians who lived in Gettysburg and became reluctant witnesses to one of the most significant battles of the American Civil War.
Explore the stories and firsthand experiences of local residents who witnessed soldiers moving through their streets and the dramatic events unfolding around their homes. Your guide will explain what the town looked like in 1863, highlight existing historic structures, and share how the people of Gettysburg remembered the battle and its lasting impact on their community.
The tour begins outside 11 Lincoln Square, where you will meet near the statue of President Lincoln and the benches. From there, follow your guide through the center of town, visiting important landmarks connected to 1863. Walk along historic streets while learning how these locations looked and functioned during the battle before returning to Lincoln Square.
This is a leisurely paced walking tour with no hiking involved. The route follows paved roads and wheelchairs are manageable, making it a comfortable way to explore Gettysburg at a relaxed pace. Guests arriving by car can use the Race Horse Alley Parking Garage behind the Gettysburg Hotel or park at an NPS lot and take the Lincoln Line trolley into town.
- Two hour guided walking tour
- Historical storytelling
- Historic landmark visits
- Gratuities
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