Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a fascinating town for your adult group to visit. You can shop, dine, explore museums, and visit entertainment attractions. There are also several famous historical landmarks for you to explore as part of the experience. Gettysburg has a variety of entertainment attractions for you to enjoy. Steinwehr Avenue contains museums, gift shops, and restaurants. If you enjoy golf, the group can visit Mulligan MacDuffer Adventure Golf and Ice Cream Parlor which has four acres of lush landscaping, waterfalls, streams, and caves. The group can also enjoy live shows at the Majestic Theater. Gettysburg contains fascinating museums that have interesting exhibits and programs. One of the museums is the Gettysburg Heritage Center which is where you will learn about life before, during, and after the battle. You can view historical documents, Civil War Artifacts, and interactive displays that deal with the Civil War. Another attraction for the group to explore is the Lincoln Train Museum which displays a large collection of trains including operating layouts and dioramas. You can also take a ride in the Funeral Car with the spirit of Abraham Lincoln. There are a variety of tours offered to visitors. One option is the Gettysburg Battlefield Tour. During this experience, your group will have the opportunity to ride on horseback and tour the battlefield. Gettysburg Military National Park offers ranger programs, walks, and living history events that help to interpret and preserve the battle. There are several historic sites for your group to explore. One of the locations is the Eisenhower National Historic Site which is the home of Dwight D. Eisenhower. David Wills House is another popualar attraction that will teach your group about the story of Lincoln’s famous Gettysburg Address. Call to start planning a trip today!
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Sample Itineraries
History Itinerary
This tour is jam-packed with exciting things to do and see pertaining to American history.
- Three Museums
- Daily Tour Guide
- Optional Tours
Attractions
- Eisenhower National Historic Site
- David Wills House
- Ghostly Tours
- Antietam National Battlefield
- Manassas National Park
- Jennie Wade House
- Historic Church Tour
- Gettysburg Battlefield Tour
- American Civil War Museum
- Hall of Presidents
- Gettysburg Railroad Museum
- Hershey’s Chocolate World
Eisenhower National Historic Site
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David Wills House
When your group travels to Gettysburg, you may want to visit the David Wills House Museum. It is dedicated to the memory of President Abraham Lincoln’s famous Gettysburg Address and the remarkable recovery of a town devastated by the war. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore five museum galleries and two recreated rooms. There are interesting educational programs for your group to experience during the visit. The David Wills House Museum offers group tours to visitors of all ages. During the tour, the group will have the opportunity to view two 15 minute films and look at personal photos and artifacts from the Wills family. The tour is about 45 minutes however; your group can spend as much time as you need. You should arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour. You will also see Abraham Lincoln’s bedroom furnishings that he used while he was composing the Gettysburg Address. The exhibit galleries at the museum are fascinating for visitors to explore. One of the galleries is known as the Wills Parlor: War Comes to Town Gallery. There are artifacts, photos, and stories dealing with the Battle of Gettysburg. The group can view a five minute film called “From Battle Ground to Hallowed Ground,” which tells the story about the transformation of Cemetery Hill from a union army defensive position to the site of the National Cemetery. Another gallery is the recreated room of David Wills Office which was the busiest office in Gettysburg. You will find period furniture and original documents that show the effort of David Wills informing the National Cemetery. There is an audio program for visitors to enjoy that gives a sense of what was happening at that particular time in American history.
Ghostly Tours
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Antietam National Battlefield
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Manassas National Park
As part of your adult group tour to Gettysburg, you may want to visit the Manassas National Battlefield. The first battle at this location took place on July 21, 1861. During the battle, there was heavy fighting between the two armies. In August of 1862, the Union and Confederate armies clashed a second time on the plains of Manassas. The Confederates won the victory which brought them to the height of their power. Your group can take a tour of the battlefield and see the interesting sites in the area. The group will begin your visit at the Henry Hill Visitor Center which contains an interesting museum with fascinating exhibits for you to explore. The group can watch a 45-minute film called “End of Innocence,” in the visitor center. The center also has a bookstore where you will find interesting books related to the Battle of Manassas. The park offers walking tours and self-guided cell phone tour options as part of the experience. The walking tours are seasonal options. There are two cell phone tours available. One of them is known as the Henry Hill Cell Phone Tour. During the experience, visitors can call a number and listen to interpretive audio programs about the various stops on the walk. The tour has nine stops along the way. The other option is called the Stone Bridge Cell Phone Tour. The group can participate in several outdoor activities during the visit. There are a few hiking trails for you to explore. Visitors will learn information about the battle on the hike by looking at the information presented at each area of the battlefield. You can also go horseback riding or have a picnic at the park.
Jennie Wade House
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The Jennie Wade House is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It is dedicated to the only civilian killed in the Battle of Gettysburg. The location has been in operation since 1906. The group may take a tour of the Museum and also visit the Gift Shop which contains collectibles and other souvenirs. The house is authentically furnished from the cellar to the attic and is a shrine to Jennie and life during the American Civil War. During the time of the battle, Jennie Wade was just 20 years old kneading dough in her kitchen when a rifle bullet pierced two of the doors and claimed her life. The location features guides who are dressed in period attire. These individuals are well-versed in the history of the house. For several years, they have enthralled visitors with passionate retellings of the tragedy that befell young Jennie and her family. There are artifacts from that fatal day in 1863 on display at the location as well, including the artillery shell that punctured the roof of the house and a floorboard.
Historic Church Tour
During your adult tour to Gettysburg, you may want to take a tour of some of the well-known churches in the area. Some of the churches served as hospitals during the conflict, some were built as memorials, and others played a role in the daily life of the citizens who lived during that particular time. There are tours offered for the group to explore. History will come alive as you learn about the churches through programs. You can take a Walking Tour of these fascinating historical landmarks. There are various tours to choose. One of them is known as the West Tour. During the experience, the group will make stops to different churches. You will visit places such as the Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, St. Paul’s AME Zion Church, and Christ Lutheran Church. At each of the locations, your group will have the opportunity to hear factual presentations that focus on the role that each church played during the Battle of Gettysburg. The tour covers six-tenths of a mile and is 90 minutes in length. Another choice to consider is the East Tour. The group will stop at churches such as the Gettysburg Presbyterian Church, Trinity United Church of Christ, The G.A.R. Building (United Methodist Church), and St. James Lutheran Church. You will hear factual presentations at each of the locations which focus on the role these churches played during the battle and in the history of the community. The tour covers one-half mile. The Prince of Peace Church was constructed as a national symbol of reconciliation. Veterans placed a cornerstone on the 25th Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. There are more than 130 memorial stones and plaques in the bell tower. St. Paul’s AME Zion Church is the oldest African-American church.
Gettysburg Battlefield Tour
When your adult group visits Gettysburg, you may want to take a tour of the famous Gettysburg Battlefield. There are a variety of tour options for visitors to explore. The group should allow four hours to take the tour and view the memorabilia. The museum contains one of the world’s largest collections of outdoor sculptures. The group can take a bus tour of the battlefield and view interesting historic sites. One of the options is known as the Double Decker Bus Tour. During the experience, a licensed guide will share stories about the battle. Another bus tour is the Dramatized Audio Bus Tour. During the program, your group will relive the Battle of Gettysburg. The presentation consists of a Hollywood cast of actors, technicians, and special effects in order to recreate the battle. You will hear drums roll, cannons roar, and rifles crack as part of the experience. Visitors will encounter sites such as Little Round Top, the Peach Orchard, the Devil’s Den, picket’s Charge, and the Wheat Field. During your group visit, the group will want to stop by the National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center which contains information and fascinating displays about the Battle of Gettysburg. The exhibits in the museum are interactive and some of them use multimedia. There is also a film for visitors to view which is called “A New Birth of Freedom.” Morgan Freeman is the narrator of the film. The group can shop at the Museum Bookstore or enjoy some refreshments at the Refreshment Saloon. The bookstore contains books and other items that pertain to the Battle of Gettysburg.
American Civil War Museum
While your adult group is visiting Gettysburg you may want to stop by the American Civil War Museum which is also known as the Gettysburg Heritage Center. The American Civil War Museum offers a fascinating tour for your adult group to experience. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to view historical documents, artifacts, and interactive displays and a film about the Battle of Gettysburg. The group will discover what life was like for civilians living in the town before, during, and after the battle. The film is called “Three Days that Changed a Town.” The presentation takes an in-depth look at the battle including Abraham Lincoln’s famous Gettysburg Address. There are several interesting interactive programs offered where the group will learn about various aspects of the Civil War. The group can participate in programs such as Learning to be a Civil War Soldier, Who Wore What and Why, and Children of the Civil War. The museum also offers living history presentations from April to November where the group can have conversations with historians. You can learn about clothing worn by the soldiers, how to load a percussion musket, and what the soldiers did to pass the time between battle campaigns. These programs are held on most weekends. The museum also has a gift shop that contains interesting souvenirs. You will find books, games, art prints, and collectables. They also sell merchandise related to the Civil War for the group to explore.
Hall of Presidents
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The Hall of Presidents Wax Museum is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The location features the area’s only complete Wax Collection of American presidents and their First Ladies. Visitors may want to browse the gift shop as well. The group will get to view exquisite background murals that show the development of America. These works were done by Charles Morganthaler. Your group will get the opportunity to see our Commanders in Chief themselves relaying their own stories in words along with stirring music. These individuals who symbolize our nation, in whose hands our forbearers entrusted their welfare, in their own words speaking from their own lips tell about the following: “The Story of Your Land,” This is your heritage,” The Story of the Presidents, and The Story of America. The Museum also contains a wax collection of the First Ladies. The hall presents authentic 1/3 size wax replicas of the First Ladies wearing their inaugural gowns. The dresses are from a famous Smithsonian Collection and are portrayed on the petite sized First Ladies, who have been created to depict the same hair style and divine look that they displayed during the presidential inauguration. Your group will be fascinated by this one-of-a-kind Wax Museum.
Gettysburg Railroad Museum
While your adult group is in Gettysburg, you should make a stop at the Lincoln Train Museum. You will find historical artifacts, a toy train collection, and several locomotives. There is also a Video Hallway of America where you can see the history of our nation come alive. One of the locomotives is the outdoor caboose which at one time traveled the Maryland-Pennsylvania Railroad. The group can climb aboard and go back in time and take a journey with President Abraham Lincoln as he travels to Gettysburg in order to dedicate the National Cemetery. The location is within walking distance of the museum. Another interesting locomotive is the simulated Funeral Train Car the United States. The group can ride with Lincoln’s spirit and take a journey through the nation’s fascinating history. During the visit, your group will have the opportunity to take a journey with Mr. Jim Getty who portrays President Lincoln. You will walk down the video hallway of America. The group can also explore layouts, historical artifacts, and displays of Abram Lincoln, the founding fathers, as well as other great Americans. Visitors can recall the battles and wars that have our nation endured over time and pay tribute to the soldiers, law enforcement, heroes, and veterans of our country. The museum also has memorabilia of our sports figures and Hollywood stars for the group to explore. The museum is a popular attraction for visitors of all ages to enjoy. You will learn about history and see interesting collections and artifacts all in one entertaining museum!
Hershey’s Chocolate World
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Hershey’s Chocolate World is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. This location is a must-do on your group tour. There are several attractions available for visitors to enjoy. Featured fun-filled attractions include the following: HERSHEY’S GREAT AMERICAN CHOCOLATE TOUR RIDE, HERSHEY’s CREATE YOUR OWN CANDY BAR ATTRACTION, the HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE TASTING ADVENTURE, HERSHEY’S WRAP HAPPINESS, and the HERSHEY TROLLEY WORKS TOUR. The HERSHEY’S GREAT AMERICAN CHOCOLATE TOUR RIDE is a free simulated Hershey’s Factory ride with a free sample of delectable chocolate. Guests will get to see, hear, feel, and smell the delicious transformation from the coco bean to HERSHEY’S famous chocolate. The HERSHEY’S CREATE YOUR OWN CANDY BAR ATTRACTION is a one-of-a-kind authentic experience. Your group will get the opportunity to choose what kind of candy bar you would like to create. The process includes the following steps: designing your own ingredients, designing your own wrapper, and letting your imagination run wild. The HERSHEY TROLLEY WORKS TOUR is an informative guided tour through CHOCOLATE TOWN USA. Visitors will explore the town built on chocolate.