4 days in Philadelphia, Valley Forge & Gettysburg Itinerary

Steeped in cultural and historical heritage, Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of U.S. democracy, as it was once the meeting place for the country's Founding Fathers.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Liberty Bell Center and then contemplate the long history of Independence Hall.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Philadelphia. In April in Philadelphia, expect temperatures between 65°F during the day and 45°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Valley Forge.

The Village of Valley Forge is an unincorporated settlement located on the west side of Valley Forge National Historical Park at the confluence of Valley Creek and the Schuylkill River in Pennsylvania, United States. On the 11th (Tue), pause for some photo ops at National Memorial Arch, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Washington Memorial Chapel, and then witness the site of a historic battle at Valley Forge National Historical Park.

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Drive from Philadelphia to Valley Forge in an hour. Expect slightly colder evenings in Valley Forge when traveling from Philadelphia in April, with lows around 40°F. On the 13th (Thu), you'll travel to Gettysburg.

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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): examine the collection at General Lee's Headquarters Museum and then trot along with Confederate Trails of Gettysburg.

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Traveling by car from Valley Forge to Gettysburg takes 2 hours. In April in Gettysburg, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 44°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to go by car back home.