Plan Your Visit

A battle map of the Gettysburg area.

Basic Information

Operating hours, fees & passes, permits & reservations, and pet information.

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Directions & Transportation

How to get to the park and transportation within the park.

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Picnicking

Designated areas for picnicking include the South End Picnic Area, located along South Confederate Avenue near Auto Tour Stop 7.

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Places To Go

The Museum and Visitor Center, David Wills House, and the Eisenhower National Historic Site.

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Things To Do

Ranger programs, living history programs, and horseback riding.

The annual Remembrance Day Illumination in the Soldiers' National Cemetery.

Calendar

Ranger programs and special events.

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Safety

What to know before and during your visit.

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Tick Safety

Take precautions when you and your pets are out on the battlefield. Learn more about how to protect yourself and your pets.

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Accessibility

Where to go, things to do, and best activities when accessibility is on your mind.

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Nearby Attractions

Explore nearby national park sites, national heritage areas, and national trails, all within a two-hour drive of Gettysburg!

Last updated: March 31, 2025

Contact Info

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1195 Baltimore Pike
Gettysburg, PA 17325

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