You booked this experience
Make your trip unforgettable

Skip the Line: Gettysburg Heritage Center and Museum Admission Ticket

230 Reviews 4.66 out of 5 stars Based on 230 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 93% of reviewers |
Badge of Excellence |Badge of Excellence This experience is highly rated by travelers and has met our top quality standards.
Gettysburg, USA
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 14 (4.6) days in advance.

1 to 2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

How did the Battle of Gettysburg affect the small bustling town, & the people who called it home? As you travel through the Heritage Center, discover what life was like before, during and after the battle. This story of courage & turmoil is told through engaging 3-D videos, interactive displays, text panels containing excerpts from letters & diaries, artifacts & memorabilia.  The popular, "Cellar Experience," is included in the tour.  Experience what it was like for the townspeople who were confined to their basements, listening as the battle was fought around them. The tour concludes with the Award-Winning movie, "Gettysburg: Animated Map," which was produced by the Civil War Trust. The movie, which covers the three days of fighting, is a good orientation & overview on the battle. Bordering the Gettysburg National Military Park battlefield, the Heritage Center is an educational & entertaining experience for families and groups of all ages. Allow 1-2 hours.

What's Included

  • Watch the award-winning orientation movie, Gettysburg Animated Map
  • Discover the visual and interactive experience from both the town and battle perspectives
  • Self-Guided Tour of the Gettysburg Heritage Center and Museum
  • Transportation to/from attractions
See 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Gettysburg Heritage Center
297 Steinwehr Ave, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania 17325, United States

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

Gettysburg Heritage Center

The Gettysburg Heritage Center Museum offers a new and unique look at the Battle of Gettysburg. The two-part self guided tour provides a VISUAL & INTERACTIVE experience from both the town and battle perspectives. Utilizing artifacts, historical documents, interactive displays, and 3-D productions, visitors will gain a better understanding of the events that took place in Gettysburg before, during and after the battle. How would you react if you were found in this situation? What the people of the town do during this battle and invasion – freeze, flee or fight? Hear their stories! They were ordinary people doing extraordinary things in a time when their home was in turmoil.Located in the lobby of the Heritage Center is one of Gettysburg’s finest gift shops, offering an extensive selection of quality gifts:Books - Collectibles - Apparel - Souvenirs - Educational Materials - Replica Weapons - Art - Home Decor - Toys & Games
Read more

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line: Gettysburg Heritage Center and Museum Admission Ticket?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-10239P1

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.66
230 reviews

Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 230 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
185
4 stars
29
3 stars
5
2 stars
5
1 star
6
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 14 (4.6) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Jennie Wade Birthplace Ghost Hunt with Equipment in Gettysburg

A thrilling night awaits at the Jennie Wade birth home, one of Gettysburg’s most haunted sites. Engage in an immersive ghost hunt where history intertwines …More

A thrilling night awaits at the Jennie Wade birth home, one of Gettysburg’s most haunted sites. Engage in an immersive ghost hunt where history intertwines...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (94)
from
$39

Battle in the Street in Gettysburg: An Evening Walking Tour

The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also …More

The only Gettysburg tour provided by the Gettysburg Licensed Town Guides that highlights the fighting that occurred in the streets of Gettysburg. You will also...

1 hour Free Cancellation
5.0 (9)
from
$25

Civil War Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

Raise a glass to the number 1 Haunted Pub Crawl in Gettysburg and experience the spirits of the past—both ghostly and liquid! This 2-hour adventure …More

Raise a glass to the number 1 Haunted Pub Crawl in Gettysburg and experience the spirits of the past—both ghostly and liquid! This 2-hour adventure...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (89)
from
$29

Ultimate Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Audio Bundle Tour

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Explore all of Gettysburg’s historic battlefield! From the famous battle at Little Roundtop to the final stand …More

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Explore all of Gettysburg’s historic battlefield! From the famous battle at Little Roundtop to the final stand...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (110)
from
$30

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Gettysburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

#1 Gettysburg Audio Tour 4.9 Stars 92,000+ Tours Taken Four score and seven years ago Follow the Gettysburg National Military Park's driving route through the …More

#1 Gettysburg Audio Tour 4.9 Stars 92,000+ Tours Taken Four score and seven years ago Follow the Gettysburg National Military Park's driving route through the...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (1,033)
from
$17

2-Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Guided History Bus Tour with a National Park Guide

Witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Your knowledgeable guide discusses the …More

Witness landmarks and monuments relating to the Battle of Gettysburg on this guided bus tour of the carefully restored battlefield. Your knowledgeable guide discusses the...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (2,698)
from
$44

Gettysburg Railway Historic Train Rides

Step aboard the Gettysburg Railway for a unique journey through history, where every mile tells a story. This themed train ride offers an immersive experience …More

Step aboard the Gettysburg Railway for a unique journey through history, where every mile tells a story. This themed train ride offers an immersive experience...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.1 (258)
from
$42

Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour

Echoes of War is the premiere ghost tour in Gettysburg. We’ll bring you into the heart of the town that the Civil War nearly decimated …More

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Echoes of War is the premiere ghost tour in Gettysburg. We’ll bring you into the heart of the town that the Civil War nearly decimated...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (754)
from
$30

What's Included

Activity name

  • Watch the award-winning orientation movie, Gettysburg Animated Map
  • Discover the visual and interactive experience from both the town and battle perspectives
  • Self-Guided Tour of the Gettysburg Heritage Center and Museum
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Last entrance into the museum is 1 hour prior to closing

Report Product Issue

Activity name