History & outdoors
Begin with the landscape, then follow the history that catches your attention.
Gettysburg National Military Park · At your own pace
Two ways to approach this outing. Pick the one that fits your visit.
If this is your first visit or you want help choosing stops.
Begin at the National Park Service information desk in the Museum and Visitor Center. Ask about touring options and pick up a park map.
Duration and walking distance depend on your choices. Check center hours and accessibility before leaving.
Visitor Center information ↗If you want to explore the battlefield by vehicle.
Use the official park brochure’s sixteen-stop Auto Tour. The NPS app and virtual ranger videos can provide context for the stops.
This is a driving tour, not a walk between all stops. We have not confirmed a duration, walking distance or step-free route. Use the current park map and access guidance.
Official Auto Tour guidance ↗Starting options checked against National Park Service Visitor Center guidance on October 19, 2026. Confirm current hours, closures and access before traveling.
Leave room for discovery
Start with the park’s official visitor information and choose the places you want to explore.
Follow the park’s current directions, access information and safety guidance for your chosen stops.
Pause to look closely at the landscape. Leave room to read a story before continuing.
