Gettysburg National Military Park is a national military park run by the National Park Service in Pennsylvania.
In the park service’s words
The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War, the Union victory that ended General Robert E. Lee's second and most ambitious invasion of the North. Often referred to as the "High Water Mark of the Rebellion", Gettysburg was the Civil War's bloodiest battle and was also the inspiration for President Abraham Lincoln's immortal "Gettysburg Address".
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Things to do
- Gettysburg Living History Schedule: From the roar of artillery to the flash of bayonets, living history demonstrations at Gettysburg National Military Park help bring the past to life. On select days, Civil War living historians encamp on the Gettysburg battlefield. Explore their camps, interact with these knowledgeable historians, and witness as they de
- Ranger Programs at Gettysburg (20 to 180 Minutes): For daily interpretive ranger programs beginning August 10, visitors should check in at the National Park Service information desk for more details. Free Ranger-led hikes, walks, and talks that explore key moments and locations on the Gettysburg battlefield. All programs are free and open to the public. Schedule subjec
- Campfire Programs at Gettysburg (45 to 60 Minutes): Rangers present evening campfire talks on a wide variety of topics on the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War. Programs take place at the Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop #6.
- Gettysburg Battle Walks (120 to 180 Minutes): Throughout the Summer and Fall, Gettysburg National Military Park staff lead special battle walks that explore aspects of the history of the battlefield in more detail than the usual daily ranger programs.
- Eisenhower Ranger Programs: Join Eisenhower National Historic Site Park Rangers for free tours of the Eisenhower home and other engaging and free ranger programming in Gettysburg.
- Gettysburg NMP Museum and Visitor Center (2 to 3 Hours): The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is the place to begin your visit to the battlefield. Here visitors will find information on how to visit the park and what to see around Gettysburg. The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center is privately owned & operated by the Gettys
- 3D Virtual Tours: Want to take a virtual behind the scenes tour of historic buildings at Eisenhower National Historic Site and Gettysburg National Military Park? Access our 3D Virtual Tours here.
- Eisenhower Junior Ranger Program: Become a Junior Ranger at Eisenhower National Historic Site!
Fees and hours
Entrance fee: No entrance fee.
Hours: Daily, Sunrise to Sunset. The battlefield and roads are open thirty minutes before sunrise to thirty minutes after sunset. Visitors can plan their visit and obtain a listing of sunrise and sunset times by day in Gettysburg, PA at: https://sunrise-sunset.org/us/gettysburg-pa.
Getting there
Gettysburg National Military Park is located in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The museum and visitor center is located at 1195 Baltimore Pike (Route 97) with a back entrance from the Taneytown Road (State Rt. 134). From North or South, follow US 15 to Gettysburg and watch for signs to direct you to the National Park Service Museum and Visitor Center. From East or West, drive into Gettysburg on US Rt. 30, turn South on Baltimore Street (Rt. 97), and follow signs to the entrance of the visitor center.
| Airport | City | Drive to the park | Straight-line miles | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR) | Hagerstown, MD | No road route | 27 | Regional |
| Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) | Harrisburg, PA | No road route | 36 | Regional |
| Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) | Baltimore, MD | No road route | 53 | Large hub |
Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.
Miles are straight-line distances.
Visitor centers
- [Museum and Visitor Center](): Daily, 8:00AM - 5:00PM. From March 1 to November 30 the Museum and Visitor Center is open daily, 8 am to 5 pm.
- David Wills House: Closed. The David Wills House hours vary throughout the year depending on staffing and season.
Weather
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Know before you go
Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.
Nearby
The nearest national park is Shenandoah, about 107 miles away in a straight line.
Sources
Last checked 1 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an entrance fee at Gettysburg National Military Park?
No entrance fee.
Where is Gettysburg National Military Park?
In Pennsylvania. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field, about 27 miles away.
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