Free & Cheap Things to Do in Gettysburg, PA

  • The list below includes 93 free or cheap things to do in or near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Horseback Riding, Battlefields and Historic Sites.
  • From The Soldiers National Cemetery at Gettysburg to Sachs Covered Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gettysburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hanover, Chambersburg, Thurmont and Westminster.
  • The list below includes 93 free or cheap things to do in or near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Horseback Riding, Battlefields and Historic Sites.
  • From The Soldiers National Cemetery at Gettysburg to Sachs Covered Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gettysburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hanover, Chambersburg, Thurmont and Westminster.
Showing 51-60 of 422
16.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 15 Eyler Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
Eyler Road Park is located on 32 acres of well-kept grounds and includes a beach volleyball court, soccer, lacrosse, and football fields. The Picnic Pavilion and Tot Playground round out this park to make it a family-friendly day trip.
16.9 Miles
92% 162 votes
National & State Parks 2600 Smith Station Road, Hanover, PA MoreLess Info
With 26 miles of shoreline along Lake Marburg, Codorus State Park is ideal for sailboats, motorboats and fishermen. It features picnic areas and a pool for swimming, along with campsites.
17.8 Miles
100% 11 votes
Libraries 76 East Moser Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
The Thurmont Regional Library offers a wide variety of materials and programs along with wifi and computers. The library features unique architecture that is a reflection of the nearby historical Catoctin Furnace.
17.9 Miles
89% 137 votes
National & State Parks 6602 Foxville Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
Catoctin Mountain Park, established in 1954, is a part of the Catoctin Mountain Ridge and offers scenic views of the nearby Monocacy Valley as well as a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, camping, skiing and more.
18.1 Miles
94% 48 votes
National & State Parks 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle, PA MoreLess Info
Kings Gap Environmental Education and Training Center has 16 miles of hiking trails. The center also has a 32-room stone mansion that is used to train government officials in environmental issues.
18.3 Miles
79% 14 votes
Farms & Ranches 13841B Pryor Rd, Thurmont, MD MoreLess Info
A family farm for generations, Pryor's Orchard prides itself on traditional and ethical farming practices. In a market located in a modified barn, they sell cherries, peaches, blueberries, apples, and a variety of other fruits.
18.4 Miles
89% 9 votes
Maze 13003 Creagerstown Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
During autumn, the large corn patch of Lawyer's Farm is turned into a haunted attraction called Lawyers Moonlight Maze. The maze is 6 miles long and consists of a scavenger hunt.
18.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches 13001 Creagerstown Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a corn maze, pumpkin patch, indoor play area, and pumpkin canons at Lawyers Farm. The indoor play area features pedal go karts, a hay maze, and a hay fort.
18.7 Miles
63% 35 votes
Historic Sites 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
Catoctin Furnace is an old abandoned iron furnace which dates back to mid-18th century and is open for tours. Visitors can also enjoy a hike on a nearby nature trail.
18.7 Miles
77% 239 votes
National & State Parks 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 MoreLess Info
Cunningham Falls State Park features a man-made lake and the Cunningham Falls formed by it as well as the Big Hunting Creek which is one of the state's major trout streams. The park also offers many outdoor activities including boating, fishing, camping and more.
Showing 51-60 of 422
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Gettysburg AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!