
Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour
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Is Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour worth booking?
Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour is a 1-hour experience in Gettysburg, United States, from $25 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (9)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $25 per person
The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also hear stories about the heroic citizens who sacrificed everyt
What you get
About this experience
The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also hear stories about the heroic citizens who sacrificed everything to assist the soldiers. You will walk past houses and buildings and hear stories about what it was like to be a soldier and a civilian during those three seminal days in July.
What's included
Included
- Other
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Gettysburg
The first shot fired at Gettysburg on July 1, 1863, started the three-day battle. Citizens were in a turmoil with a growing flood of wounded men being brought into town. Between 3:30 & 4:30 pm the Union lines to the west & north of Gettysburg crumbled and soldiers converged into one blue mass moving through the town with Confederates on their heels. There was fighting in the streets, alleys & yards, as the town's people sought refuge in their cellars as the war was brought to their doorsteps. Walk the streets and alleys with a Guide and hear the stories of the civilians who lived through these violent days as the battle spilled into the town of Gettysburg.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Gettysburg
Please meet your guide in front of the Gettysburg Hotel.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet your guide in front of the Gettysburg Hotel.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Thu
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Honored Those Who Endured Real Tragedy
Our tour with Karen Saltzgiver was unforgettable. Karen is a storyteller extraordinaire—she gave us the fascinating scoop and wove together connections from the many individuals who lived in Gettysburg during the battle. She brought to life the struggles of those who picked up the pieces after the armies left, helping us see far beyond what any history book could capture. During our tour, her gift for storytelling truly shone, as did her talent as an actress. Later, during a reenactment, Karen moved me to tears in her role as the mother of Jenny Wade. She reached beyond the sensationalism of typical tourism and delivered a deeply realistic, heartfelt portrayal that honored the real people who endured real tragedy. Thank you so much, Karen! We’ll be sure to see you again next time.
Response from the operator: Great review! Thank you for taking the time to tell us (and the world) about Karen's effectiveness. She (and all of our guides) are fantastic. Hope to see you on a future tour!
via Tripadvisor
Great Gettysburg Tour
The tour was very informative would definitely do a longer tour this was only a one hour tour and the time went very fast.
Response from the operator: Yes, there are so many additional stories on the longer tours.
via Viator
Through the residence eyes
Terry was a great tour guide. He answered all our questions and was very informative. We learned about Gettysburg through the eyes of the towns folks and how they reacted before, during and after the battle. We visited several buildings in the town and he made us feel like we were in the thick of things. I recommend this tour, you won't be disappointed. Terry made learning fun!! 😊
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review. All of our guides are very good and Terry is among the best!
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Fun and informative tour!
Doug did a great job walking us through this tour, he was extremely knowledgeable and added lots of other additional information and facts of which my teenagers found very interesting. Thank you for a great history lesson/learning experience!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. Hope to see you in the future on another one of our tours.
via Tripadvisor
Rained the whole time but we still powered on
The information was extremely interesting unfortunately it rained the whole time we were outside. Thankfully my husband and I brought our raincoats and others had an umbrella. We moved over to the train depot and it had an over-hang. Very informative, enjoyed walking the streets and seeing the buildings and what went on there. Rob was our guide. Loved using the printed picture handouts.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Thu
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 58
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Gettysburg.
How much does Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $25 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Gettysburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Gettysburg is not rushed.
Is Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 9 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Gettysburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Gettysburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Gettysburg and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Gettysburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Gettysburg?
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Gettysburg is a guide town: licensed battlefield guides in your own car, bus and horseback battlefield tours, ghost lantern walks and museum entries covering the three-day battle. On Outty we rank every Gettysburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide, Spirits of Jennie Wade Ghost Night Tour in Gettysburg, Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Gettysburg?
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April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Gettysburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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