MILITARY & HISTORICAL LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Gettysburg is home to historic landmarks, museums, and family-friendly attractions that bring the story of the Civil War and American history to life. Our Gettysburg, PA hotel makes it easy to get to the most popular attractions in the area. Visit the site of a major turning point in the Civil War, take a Ranger-guided tour of the 
battlefield or sight see on your own. The Park features a Museum & Visitor Center which illustrates the historic battle with a film, displays, photographs, uniforms and more.
The privately-operated Gettysburg Battlefield Bus Tours also offers a variety of tours from their famous double-decker buses and is right across the street from our location.
Gettysburg Heritage Center offers a wonderful orientation on the battle, as well as a variety of services to our visitors.
Eisenhower National Historic Site preserves the farm of General and 34th President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Adjacent to the Gettysburg battlefield, the farm served the president and first lady as a weekend retreat and as a meeting place for world leaders. With its peaceful setting and view of South Mountain, it was a respite from Washington, DC, and a backdrop for efforts to reduce Cold War tensions.
The Gettysburg Diorama & Historical Center features a detailed miniature battlefield with thousands of hand-painted figures. A narrated light-and-sound presentation explains the key moments of the Battle of Gettysburg.
Children of Gettysburg 1863 is interactive museum tells the story of the Battle of Gettysburg through the experiences of local children. Exhibits focus on how the war affected families and young people living in the town.
World War II American Experience You and your family can experience a wide variety of authentic WWII vehicles, uniforms and artifacts in realistic dioramas and exhibits that portray not just the battlefield, but the home front as well. Take in a re-enactment or one of the living history programs. Available as well are speakers, seminars, interactive offerings and simulated and real vehicle experiences.
The Shriver House Museum Travel back in time with a guide in period attire as you walk through the Shrivers’ meticulously restored 1860 home to learn the other side of the story – the civilian side of the Battle of Gettysburg.
Jennie Wade House Museums experience the tragedy of Jennie Wade, the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg.
The Gettysburg History Center – Presents the Gettysburg Diorama Stand face to face with those whose roles shaped and created the Battle of Gettysburg. Enlighten your senses with a walk through Pickett’s Charge as the battle unfolds around you. See the famous Gettysburg Diorama presenting the Battle of Gettysburg in a fully narrated, truly unique and original light and sound experience.
David Wills House, The home of Gettysburg attorney David Wills was the center of the immense clean-up process after the Battle of Gettysburg and where President Lincoln put the finishing touches on his Gettysburg Address. The museum features six galleries, including two rooms that have been restored to their 1863 appearance: Wills’ office, where he planned for a Soldiers’ National Cemetery after the battle; and the bedroom where Lincoln stayed and prepared the Gettysburg Address. Admission to the the Wills House is free.
The Gettysburg Beyond the Battle Museum The museum tells the remarkable stories of ordinary eyewitnesses and their extraordinary experiences before, during and after the Civil War.
The Seminary Ridge Museum & Education Center features three areas of emphasis not focused on anywhere else in Gettysburg including the First Day of the Battle, July 1, 1863, on the very site where it happened; Civil War field medicine in the building that was the largest Field Hospital at Gettysburg; and the larger issues of Faith and Freedom.
The Gettysburg Scenic Railway offers visitors a unique way to experience the historic countryside surrounding Gettysburg. Passengers ride aboard vintage railcars pulled by a historic locomotive along the same rail line that was originally built in the 1800s. During the ride, guests can enjoy scenic views of farmland, wooded areas, and historic landscapes connected to the area’s rich Civil War history.
Lincoln Links is a public golf course and recreation area located near Gettysburg, offering guests around Inn at Cemetery Hill a relaxed outdoor experience beyond dining and sightseeing — ideal for golf lovers or anyone who wants some fresh air and activity during their visit.
If you love to shop, grab your bags and head to The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg, the North Gettysburg Shopping Center, downtown, and many other interesting shops, boutiques, and stores. If you are visiting a loved one at Gettysburg College, campus is only a mile away.
Ski Liberty, one of the most accessible snow resorts in the East, is only 10 miles away and the area also features many challenging and fun public golf courses.
