3 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.

Kids will enjoy Gettysburg National Military Park and Horseback Riding Tours. Go for a jaunt from Gettysburg to Hanover to see Codorus State Park about 36 minutes away. There's still lots to do: get answers to all your questions at Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, get your game on at Timeline Arcade, take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Land of Little Horses.

For traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Gettysburg trip planner.

In May in Gettysburg, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 53°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.