2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide
Overview
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2 hours
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Witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Your knowledgeable guide discusses the various phases of this three-day battle that was the turning point in the American Civil War. See significant locations including McPherson Ridge, Culp's Hill, Little Round Top, Devil's Den and the site of Pickett's Charge. Ideal for history lovers, this tour is a somber exploration of one of the most pivotal places in America's past as well as a convenient drive from the nation's capital.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
MEETING LOCATION: Tour departs from Gettysburg Tour Center, 778 Baltimore Street , Gettysburg, PA 17325.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours
MEETING LOCATION: Tour departs from Gettysburg Tour Center, 778 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Travel the historic fields of Gettysburg in the comfort of an air-conditioned guided tour bus and watch history come alive through the eyes of a licensed guide. Enjoy a truly unique perspective into the three-day Battle of Gettysburg. Your guide may stop at one of the following scenic locations.
Gettysburg National Military Park
The Battle of Gettysburg, a turning point in the Civil War, was the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion," Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address."
What‘s Included
Transport by Air-Conditioned Coach Bus
Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
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Reviews
2,244 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful
Rachel F,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and interesting! The guide and bus driver were fantastic! The guide was able to relay the emotion of the battle, and we left with a clear picture of every move made by both sides.
Amazing
Ashley D,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Instructor did a great job! It was such a good tour. I wish it was slightly longer since it was soo much to take in.
A great visit the tour...
David M,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great visit the tour guide was excellent with 20 years of experience & I was amazed at the size of the Gettysburg battlefield
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Gary J,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00John, our guide, did an amazing job of explaining what transpired during the Battle of Gettysburg. It was very informative and fast paced. The highlight for us was standing on Little Round Top as John described what went on there.
Getttsburg tour
Sara R,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My fiancé and our two friends enjoyed this informative tour. She was witty engaging witty and informative
Not worth the money
kathrynlG4168RG,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Promised the double decker bus and didn't get it. A little disappointing what was covered
Would recommend!
Sue W,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was extremely knowledgeable and provided back stories as well as the facts. Bus was comfortable and had multiple speakers so no trouble hearing the guide.
our guide was very...
Lisa T,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00our guide was very knowledgable. You are able to get off the bus and walk around while he explained different points of history.
Wonderful Battlefield Tour
tammyv996,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative tour! It gave us a whole new perspective on the scale of the Battle of Gettysburg. Our tour guide Paul was very knowledgeable and patient. I wish we could have made more stops but there's too much to see in just two hours. Well worth the time.
Great experience
cbC5020IV,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was great. Enjoyable and informative.
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