2 days in Gettysburg Itinerary

Located near the memorial park marking the site of one of the largest Civil War battles, the town of Gettysburg sits in a landscape of rolling green hills with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the distance.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): admire the architecture and history at Abraham Lincoln Statue, take in the history at Artworks, make a trip to 12th & 44th New York Infantry Monument, steep yourself in history at High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument, then steep yourself in history at Monument to Major General George Gordon Meade, and finally learn about all things military at Ronn Palm's Museum of Civil War Images. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the striking landscape of The Eternal Light Peace Memorial, then see the interesting displays at Rupp House, then stroll the grounds of Evergreen Cemetery, and finally explore the world behind art at Gibson's Photographic Gallery.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Gettysburg trip itinerary planner.

October in Gettysburg sees daily highs of 67°F and lows of 48°F at night.