Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour
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The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also hear stories about the heroic citizens who sacrificed everything to assist the soldiers. You will walk past houses and buildings and hear stories about what it was like to be a soldier and a civilian during those three seminal days in July.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
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What To Expect
Gettysburg
The first shot fired at Gettysburg on July 1, 1863, started the three-day battle. Citizens were in a turmoil with a growing flood of wounded men being brought into town. Between 3:30 & 4:30 pm the Union lines to the west & north of Gettysburg crumbled and soldiers converged into one blue mass moving through the town with Confederates on their heels. There was fighting in the streets, alleys & yards, as the town's people sought refuge in their cellars as the war was brought to their doorsteps. Walk the streets and alleys with a Guide and hear the stories of the civilians who lived through these violent days as the battle spilled into the town of Gettysburg.
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Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour
Reviews
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Honored Those Who Endured Real Tragedy
carolynmB1196GN,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Karen Saltzgiver was unforgettable. Karen is a storyteller extraordinaire—she gave us the fascinating scoop and wove together connections from the many individuals who lived in Gettysburg during the battle. She brought to life the struggles of those who picked up the pieces after the armies left, helping us see far beyond what any history book could capture. During our tour, her gift for storytelling truly shone, as did her talent as an actress. Later, during a reenactment, Karen moved me to tears in her role as the mother of Jenny Wade. She reached beyond the sensationalism of typical tourism and delivered a deeply realistic, heartfelt portrayal that honored the real people who endured real tragedy. Thank you so much, Karen! We’ll be sure to see you again next time.
Great Gettysburg Tour
colleen w,
Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was very informative would definitely do a longer tour this was only a one hour tour and the time went very fast.
Through the residence eyes
Cheryl N,
Aug 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry was a great tour guide. He answered all our questions and was very informative. We learned about Gettysburg through the eyes of the towns folks and how they reacted before, during and after the battle. We visited several buildings in the town and he made us feel like we were in the thick of things. I recommend this tour, you won't be disappointed. Terry made learning fun!! 😊
Fun and informative tour!
V1013EFlornad,
Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Doug did a great job walking us through this tour, he was extremely knowledgeable and added lots of other additional information and facts of which my teenagers found very interesting. Thank you for a great history lesson/learning experience!!
Rained the whole time but we still powered on
sandyk8102018,
Aug 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The information was extremely interesting unfortunately it rained the whole time we were outside. Thankfully my husband and I brought our raincoats and others had an umbrella. We moved over to the train depot and it had an over-hang. Very informative, enjoyed walking the streets and seeing the buildings and what went on there. Rob was our guide. Loved using the printed picture handouts.
Walking tour
srpsmp,
Jul 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rob shared some very interesting stories about what the citizens had to go through during this horrific battle. We very much enjoyed our tour.
Great perspective on the Battle.
Q7720JWwendyr,
Jun 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent guide through the battle in the streets of Gettysburg. Rob did a great job explaining the soldiers, the town and the citizens throughout our tour.
Information and a small walk
theweino70,
May 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Terry Hall was excellent. Informative, yet fun, he presented the information with an excellent manner which made the Gettysburg siege seem personal.
Excellent
Kathleen L,
May 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Rob was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable, answered questions and seeked out shelter for our tour during downpour.
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