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Gettysburg Tourism and Sightseeing
Historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a small town with a big passion. As the site of a tragic Civil War battle in 1863 and the place where Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address, Gettysburg welcomes millions of visitors every year who pay honor, reflect and learn about its rich history. Gettysburg is truly one of America's most iconic places. 2013 will mark the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg and Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. ''Home to the Eisenhower National Historic Site, Gettysburg's history stretches well beyond 1863. Visitors will enjoy a wonderful mix of antique and boutique shopping, farm markets and wineries as well as outdoor recreation and award-winning golf. Gettysburg is located within close proximity of many major metropolitan areas in the Mid-Atlantic region, making it a great driving destination.  Skip to Best Time to Visit. View Map.

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Gettysburg National Cemetery
Gettysburg National Cemetery Top Attraction!
National Park in Gettysburg, PA USA

National Park
Children of Gettysburg 1863®
Children of Gettysburg 1863® things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Childrens Museum in Gettysburg, PA USA

Interactive children's history museum adventure More than a typical children's museum, Children of Gettysburg 1863® tells the stories of children, teens and young adults who lived in and near the town of Gettyburg during and after the Battle of Gettysburg. Now there is more for families to do in Gettysburg.
Civil War Tails Diorama Museum
Civil War Tails Diorama Museum things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Museum in Gettysburg, PA USA

Highly accurate Civil War dioramas made with miniature cats! Our museum offers real history with a fun twist.
Confederates Take the Shriver House - Two Killed!
Confederates Take the Shriver House - Two Killed! things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Historic Site in Gettysburg, PA USA

Reenactment of the occupation of the Shriver House Confederate sharpshooters will fire their rifles from the attic window of George and Hettie Shriver’s home just as they did 160 years ago during the Battle of Gettysburg.
Five Christmases at the Shriver House
Five Christmases at the Shriver House things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Recreation in Gettysburg, PA USA

Holiday House Tour The Shrivers, one of the oldest and wealthiest families in Gettysburg in the 1860s, experienced five very different Christmases while living in their beautiful home on Baltimore Street.
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Museum in Gettysburg, PA USA

The official start to your Gettysburg visit
Historic Downtown Food Tour
Historic Downtown Food Tour
Food Tour in Gettysburg, PA USA

Eat, Walk, Get a Taste of History Savor Gettysburg Food Tours offers a total food cultural experience. Our 3-hour walking food tour lets you taste Gettysburg’s most loved eateries. Our tours are suitable for all age groups.
Lincoln Train Museum
Lincoln Train Museum things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Museum in Gettysburg, PA USA

Celebrate American hisotry and the heroes of our nation! Experience the spirit of the men and women who achieved American independence and freedoms as they journey through time with President Abraham Lincoln.
Lincoln Train Museum
Lincoln Train Museum things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Museum in Gettysburg, PA USA

American history museum. Celebrate the history and the heroes of our nation with the Lincoln Train Museum.
Savor Gettysburg Food Tours
Savor Gettysburg Food Tours
Food Tour in Gettysburg, PA USA

Food Tour: Eat, Walk, Get a Taste of History! There's no better way to see the town you're visiting than to eat your way through it.
Shriver House Museum
Shriver House Museum things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Historic Site in Gettysburg, PA USA

Thea civilian experience during the Battle of Gettysburg The Shriver House Museum is dedicated to the civilian experience during the Battle of Gettysburg. There are two sides to this story.
Shriver House Museum
Shriver House Museum things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Recreation in Gettysburg, PA USA

Holiday House Tour One of Gettysburg’s most historic homes, the Shriver House Museum will begin their Five Christmases at the Shriver House candlelight Christmas tours on Thanksgiving evening.
A Magical Cirque Christmas at Luhrs Center
A Magical Cirque Christmas at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Dec 07, 2024 (Saturday) Theater event in Shippensburg, PA USA

A Magical Cirque Christmas December 07, 2024 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:00PM
Celtic Thunder at Luhrs Center
Celtic Thunder at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Next Month, Nov 03, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Celtic Thunder November 03, 2024 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:00PM
Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Luhrs Center
Chicago the Musical (Touring) at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
May 29, 2025 (Thursday) Theater event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Chicago the Musical (Touring) May 29, 2025 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:30PM
Greg Warren at Luhrs Center
Greg Warren at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Mar 06, 2025 (Thursday) Theater event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Greg Warren March 06, 2025 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:30PM
Hyprov - Improv Under Hypnosis at Luhrs Center
Hyprov - Improv Under Hypnosis at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Mar 22, 2025 (Saturday) Theater event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Hyprov - Improv Under Hypnosis March 22, 2025 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:30PM
Mannheim Steamroller at Luhrs Center
Mannheim Steamroller at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Dec 08, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Mannheim Steamroller December 08, 2024 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 3:00PM
Neil Berg's 50 Years Of Rock and Roll at Luhrs Center
Neil Berg's 50 Years Of Rock and Roll at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Next Week, Oct 18, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Neil Berg's 50 Years Of Rock and Roll October 18, 2024 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:30PM
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at Luhrs Center
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band at Luhrs Center things to do on a rainy day in Gettysburg, PA
Columbus Day Weekend, Oct 12, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Shippensburg, PA USA

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band October 12, 2024 at Luhrs Center in Shippensburg, PA 7:30PM
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Best Time to Visit Gettysburg


The best time to visit Gettysburg is in the summer and fall. Summer temperatures range from upper 70's to highs in the upper 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 60's. Fall offers beautiful colors and temperatures that are cooler with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the low 60's. Fall nights are colder with lows in the lower 40's.

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Monthly Temperatures in Gettysburg


Month Low Avg High
January 19.3 F° 29.1 F° 38.9 F°
February 20.8 F° 31.5 F° 42.2 F°
March 30.0 F° 40.8 F° 51.6 F°
April 38.6 F° 50.5 F° 62.3 F°
May 48.8 F° 60.6 F° 72.3 F°
June 57.1 F° 69.0 F° 80.8 F°
July 62.5 F° 74.3 F° 86.0 F°
August 60.5 F° 72.6 F° 84.7 F°
September 53.2 F° 65.4 F° 77.5 F°
October 41.0 F° 54.2 F° 67.3 F°
November 31.8 F° 43.5 F° 55.2 F°
December 24.5 F° 34.7 F° 44.8 F°

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