Gettysburg Battlefield: Self-Guided Driving Tour
4.3
611 Ratings
Gettysburg
Experience the historic Battle of Gettysburg with a self-guided driving tour. Explore the battlefield, listen to engaging audio narration, and relive the strategies of key generals. Book now!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Gettysburg Heritage Center - A visit to the Gettysburg Battlefield is not complete without stopping at the Gettysburg Heritage Center Museum.

The tour begins at either the Heritage Center or the National Park Visitor Center. If you’re not at either location yet, head over now. From there, we’ll follow the official Auto Tour route.

What's Included
  • GPS-guided storytelling—no need for hands
  • Comprehensive package: Itinerary, travel tips, narration, videos, texts, and hidden spots
  • Operates offline with GPS map and step-by-step directions
  • Private, customizable car tour—pause for photos, snacks, and hikes
  • Mobile app access with easy download link and personal tour password
  • Unlimited use—any day, any time, across multiple visits, with no expiration
  • Economical one-time purchase covers entire car, providing savings over group tours
What's Not Included
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Additional Information

Procure a single tour for each car, rather than per individual. Everyone hears together!

This narrated, self-operated journey around the Battle of Gettysburg vividly recounts the most crucial fight of the Civil War! Here, the Union forces pulled off an almost unthinkable defense against the Confederate aggressors and emerged victorious! Travel where Civil War soldiers walked, re-experience the strategic maneuvers of key Gettysburg generals, and dive into an adventure that truly revives this historic three-day conflict. This tour grants you the privilege of uncovering Gettysburg’s history with utmost flexibility, personal safety, and worth.

• This adaptable, self-directed tour selection is excellent for autonomous travelers
• The comprehensive audio commentary aids in stirring up the historical atmosphere

Upon confirming your booking, don’t forget to examine your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action. Input your exclusive password and begin exploring your tour. The steps mentioned need a strong internet/wifi connection. Follow the narrated directions and the route from that point onwards.

  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and an instructions email. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular
  • How to start the tour: Once onsite, open the Action’s Tour Guide App: • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If there are multiple tour versions, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Amazing savings: • Driving Tours: Save money by purchasing a single tour for the entire vehicle, avoiding individual fees per person like on a bus tour. Connect your phone to the car speakers to share the audio.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
Location
Culp Street
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(611 Ratings)
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Maureenk2015
Jun 28, 2024
Informative and interesting - My family and I enjoyed our drive through the battlefields. The guided tour had informative chunks of audio (1-4 min each) which gave great background information. The area is open from sunrise to sunset each day and we toured from 10 am to noon on a pleasantly cool day.
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177erinl
Jun 24, 2024
Battlefield done easy - This was an excellent way to see the battlefield and hear the stories at our own pace. I recently had foot surgery and can’t walk much right now and this driving tour made for an easy way to do that while keeping away from too much walking.
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Jennifer_s
Jun 23, 2024
Great time - Loved it. Perfect for us doing a quick 1 day trip! Good stories, took our time and everyone enjoyed.
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Shana_m
Jun 22, 2024
Totally worth it - This was amazing and so informative! There are even road signs. Follow them and dont follow the map as there have been some changes to road closures. You will need 2 or 3 hours and about halfway through there are places to stop for a bathroom This was truly great and we will do this kind of tour in other areas
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773selenar
Jun 22, 2024
Wonderful audio tour. - The self guided audio tour was wonderful! It was easy to follow and navigate through the entire park and downtown Gettysburg and we loved you could go at your own pace!
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Erik_a
Jun 17, 2024
Very well narrated and easy to use. - Really great way to see and learn about Gettysburg. I love how many other stories were available if I wanted to learn more and I could learn it at my own pace for example when I got home I could listen to the other stories.
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W5809pcpauls
Jun 28, 2024
Understanding Gettysburg. - The tour gave us a deeper understanding of the sacrifices given at Gettysburg for the good of our country. The audio instructions were easy to follow.
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Lou_l
Jun 23, 2024
Worth the price. - The self-guided tour was good but sometimes would lose the tour, especially if we tried to stop. It became confusing at times. Most of it was informative.
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Debbiemiller74
Jun 22, 2024
Great self guided tour - Gettysburg is so rich is history that there is no way you can see everything in a day. I took the 2 hour bus tour and hated it. There was no time to stop and look at things or take pictures. With this self drive tour I was able to take my time and listen to the stories about the 3 day battle, walk around and actually see what was being narrated and take pictures. I had a little difficulty downloading the app and getting started. But once that was done it was a breeze to follow along.
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Michael_a
Jun 20, 2024
Absolute waste of money and time - An absolute waste of money. The whole thing was a joke. There was very little direction. Once you found the spot on the map, the narration was like two sentences long very little information. We finally just turned it off and went and visited the places on our own.
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