Things to Do with Kids in Gettysburg, PA

  • TripBuzz found 90 things to do with kids in or near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including 62 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hanover, Chambersburg, Thurmont and Westminster.
  • From Hickory Hollow Horse Farm to Confederate Trails of Gettysburg, the Gettysburg area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Horseback Riding, Battlefields and Historic Sites.
  • Possibly one of the most popular cities in United States history, Gettysburg lent its name to President Abraham Lincoln's famous Gettysburg Address as well as the historical Battle of Gettysburg. Tourists can visit the Gettysburg National Battlefield located at the Gettysburg National Military Park. The city also offers word class dining, historical hotels and boutique shopping to those visiting the area.
  • TripBuzz found 90 things to do with kids in or near Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, including 62 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hanover, Chambersburg, Thurmont and Westminster.
  • From Hickory Hollow Horse Farm to Confederate Trails of Gettysburg, the Gettysburg area offers 84 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Horseback Riding, Battlefields and Historic Sites.
  • Possibly one of the most popular cities in United States history, Gettysburg lent its name to President Abraham Lincoln's famous Gettysburg Address as well as the historical Battle of Gettysburg. Tourists can visit the Gettysburg National Battlefield located at the Gettysburg National Military Park. The city also offers word class dining, historical hotels and boutique shopping to those visiting the area.
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0.7 Miles
93% 411 votes
History Museums 111 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to preserving the history for the largest battle of the Civil War, Gettysburg Seminary Ridge Museum contains educational exhibits. The exhibits display information about the battle, the hospital that cared for the wounded, and its religious history.
0.8 Miles
90% 262 votes
History Museums 297 Steinwehr Avenue, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view artifacts, interactive displays, 3D productions, and historical documents related to the events during, before, and after the battle of Gettysburg at the American Civil War Museum. It borders the Gettysburg National Military Park battlefield.
0.1 Miles
91% 82 votes
Movie Theaters 25 Carlisle Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
For over 80 years, the Majestic Theater has been host to endless films and live productions. This small-town theaters boasts vintage ambiance and architecture as well as on-site catering and full-service concessions.
0.5 Miles
86% 968 votes
History Museums 548 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA MoreLess Info
Jennie Wade was the only civilian killed during the Battle of Gettysburg. Visitors can tour her home with costumed interpreters and see the restored Jennie Wade House, as it was on that fateful day.
0.7 Miles
83% 555 votes
Battlefields 241 Steinwehr Avenute, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
A popular stop before any battlefield tour is a visit to the Gettysburg Diorama. The unique small-scale depiction of the battlefield features over 20,000 hand-painted 3D miniatures and helps visitors understand the history visually while a guide tells a story of the three-day battle.
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Gettysburg Ghost Tours offers guided, one-hour evening candlelit walks around the historical battlefield. Focusing on visiting areas that local legends repute to be haunted at this historical site, the tour recommends reservations for its nightly excursions.
4.5 Miles
81% 177 votes
Farms & Ranches 125 Glenwood Drive, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Land of Little Horses is an interactive farm attraction featuring miniature horses, performing animals, a Western Town, and play areas for young children. The site includes a cafe, and picnic areas for families who pack a lunch.
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82% 51 votes
Haunted Tours Gettysburg, PA MoreLess Info
Miss Betty's Ghosts in Gettysburg Private Tour offers up close and personal accounts of Gettysburg's past. The night tour takes daring patrons through barns, battlefields and bridges for an unforgettable experience.
0.6 Miles
50% 138 votes
History Museums 789 Baltimore Street, Gettysburg, PA MoreLess Info
The only complete wax collection of American Presidents and their first ladies in the region is contained within the Hall of Presidents & First Ladies. It is located across the street from the Gettysburg Tour Center directly adjacent to the National Cemetery.
0.2 Miles
11% 19 votes
Scenic Railroads 106 North Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Pioneer Lines Scenic Railway takes guests through a journey of early American History. The train traverses through the picturesque countryside and offers events such as murder mystery trains and parties.
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