Gettysburg National Military Park 1-Day Tour from Washington D.C.
Overview
Step back in time on an unforgettable day trip from Washington DC or Falls Church, VA, to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, where the echoes of the Civil War come vividly to life. Travel in comfort to Gettysburg National Military Park, the site of one of the most decisive battles in American history and where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his iconic Gettysburg Address. Begin your visit with the powerful Film and Cyclorama Experience, featuring a dramatic short film and an immersive 360-degree cyclorama painting that transports you to the heart of the battlefield. Explore key locations throughout the park that reveal the strategies and sacrifices of July 1863, then enjoy free time in downtown Gettysburg, a charming historic town filled with quaint shops, local eateries, and rich cultural landmarks. With expert guidance and seamless transportation, this tour offers a meaningful and enriching journey perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and curious travelers alike.
What's Included
- Bottled water Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water during your trip.
- Gratuities for the driver and tour guide are included
- Professional Transportation: Travel in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, with the type of vehicle determined by the number of guests attending that day.
- Select pick-up and drop off locations available in Washington, D.C. and Virginia.
- To Gettysburg National Military Park: including experience of film "A New Birth of Freedom," the Cyclorama Experience, the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, and Battlefield tours.
- Expert Driver-Guide: provide knowledgeable insights and historical context throughout the journey.
- Meals Meals are not provided, but you’ll have opportunities to purchase food at various stops.
- Personal expenses, including shopping, souvenirs, and additional cost are not included in the tour.
- Any Expenses Not Listed in the "Cost Includes" Section
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Washington DC (Pass By)
Gettysburg National Military Park (Pass By)
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Gettysburg Cyclorama
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Gettysburg Battlefield Driving Tour
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Gettysburg
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
- Tickets and Pricing Policies: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour. Attraction ticket prices are subject to change and are non-refundable
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Tours operate with coach buses where booster seats are not required. However, for certain departures that may use vehicles such as minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
- You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 8:00am at Shakespeare Theatre in Washington D.C.
- For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Washington DC customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water. Stay refreshed with complimentary bottled water during your trip.
- Gratuities for the driver and tour guide are included.
- Professional Transportation: Travel in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, with the type of vehicle determined by the number of guests attending that day.
- Select pick-up and drop off locations available in Washington, D.C. and Virginia.
- To Gettysburg National Military Park: including experience of film "A New Birth of Freedom," the Cyclorama Experience, the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, and Battlefield tours.
- Expert Driver-Guide: provide knowledgeable insights and historical context throughout the journey.
- Meals. Meals are not provided, but you’ll have opportunities to purchase food at various stops.
- Personal expenses, including shopping, souvenirs, and additional cost are not included in the tour.
- Any Expenses Not Listed in the "Cost Includes" Section.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Gettysburg National Military Park 1-Day Tour from Washington D.C. is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024What's Included
- Bottled waterStay refreshed with complimentary bottled water during your trip.
- Gratuities for the driver and tour guide are included
- Professional Transportation: Travel in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, with the type of vehicle determined by the number of guests attending that day.
- Select pick-up and drop off locations available in Washington, D.C. and Virginia.
- To Gettysburg National Military Park: including experience of film "A New Birth of Freedom," the Cyclorama Experience, the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, and Battlefield tours.
- Expert Driver-Guide: provide knowledgeable insights and historical context throughout the journey.
- MealsMeals are not provided, but you’ll have opportunities to purchase food at various stops.
- Personal expenses, including shopping, souvenirs, and additional cost are not included in the tour.
- Any Expenses Not Listed in the "Cost Includes" Section
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant travelers may join if they are under 24 weeks pregnant by the end of the trip.
- Tickets and Pricing Policies: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted are not accepted for participation in the tour. All admission tickets must be purchased either during booking or directly from your tour guide on the day of the tour. Attraction ticket prices are subject to change and are non-refundable
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Tours operate with coach buses where booster seats are not required. However, for certain departures that may use vehicles such as minivans or vans, booster seats may be needed. Please contact the tour operator in advance if needed. Rental service is also available upon request.
- Please double-check your booking details (name and contact info), as any errors may result in additional personal costs.
- You must contact the tour operator at least 3 days prior to the departure date to provide the pick-up location. If no information is received by the deadline, the default pick-up location and time will be automatically assigned: 8:00am at Shakespeare Theatre in Washington D.C.
- For a comfortable and enjoyable experience, we recommend bringing comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and drinks for hydration.
- For safety and communication purposes during the trip, a valid and reachable phone number is required for participants.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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