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Self Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: Gettysburg Battlefield

2 Reviews 3.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Gettysburg, USA
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Overview

Download GuideAlong's audio tour of Gettysburg National Military Park to explore the turning point of the Civil War. Follow the key events of the battle as you visit Little Round Top, Pickett's Charge, Devil's Den, and Soldiers' National Cemetery, where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous Gettysburg Address.

Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location. Hear how Union and Confederate commanders attempted to outmaneuver each other, and walk in the soldiers' footsteps along Seminary Ridge and Devil's Den.
Allow about a day to fully experience this historic site.

What's Included

  • Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
  • Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
  • Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
  • Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations
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Culp Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

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Devils Den

This rocky terrain was the site of some of the most brutal fighting in Gettysburg. Here, Confederate sharpshooters set up positions among the volcanic rocks while Union soldiers tried to dislodge them by any means necessary. Devil's Den features a walking route with additional stories detailing the chaotic struggle that took place here and digging into other elements of the conflict, like the emergence of war photography.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

East Cemetery Hill

East Cemetery Hill was a vital Union position during the Battle of Gettysburg. After Confederate General Ewell’s nighttime assault on July 2, the Union forces managed to hold the hill. Union reinforcements arrived, pushing back the Confederate forces and preventing the Confederacy from gaining the high ground. Today, East Cemetery Hill remains a significant landmark, offering a reflection point where visitors can appreciate the importance of this hill in the broader context of the battle and the war.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Eternal Light Peace Memorial

The Eternal Light Peace Memorial is a symbol of reconciliation, dedicated on the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg in 1938. Civil War veterans from both the Union and Confederate sides attended the ceremony. The towering granite structure is topped with a gas-lit flame, signifying enduring peace. The inscription, "Peace Eternal in a Nation United," commemorates the unity and healing that followed the war, reminding visitors of the importance of national reconciliation after the devastating conflict.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

High Water Mark of the Rebellion Monument

The High Water Mark marks the closest point the Confederacy came to victory during the Battle of Gettysburg. Located along the field where Pickett’s Charge took place, it’s here that Confederate soldiers advanced in a last-ditch effort to break Union lines. Despite initial successes, the charge faltered, and the Confederates were repelled. Today, visitors can reflect on this pivotal moment in history, where the Confederacy's high-water mark was reached before their eventual retreat from the battlefield.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lincoln Highway

The Lincoln Gettysburg Address Monument commemorates the site where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous speech on November 19, 1863, dedicating the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. Lincoln’s brief but powerful words redefined the nation’s purpose, honoring the fallen soldiers and reaffirming the principles of liberty and equality. The monument serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of Lincoln’s address on the nation and its ideals, symbolizing the enduring fight for freedom and unity.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Little Round Top

Little Round Top is a key historical landmark, pivotal in the Union’s defense during the Battle of Gettysburg. On July 2, 1863, Colonel Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th Maine Volunteer Infantry Regiment successfully held the hill against repeated Confederate assaults. Their defense is regarded as a turning point in the battle. Today, Little Round Top offers sweeping views of the battlefield, helping visitors understand the strategic importance of this high ground and its role in securing Union victory.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Southern Pennsylvania World War II Memorial

The Pennsylvania Memorial is the largest monument at Gettysburg, dedicated to the 34,530 soldiers from Pennsylvania who fought in the battle. The monument features a grand granite dome supported by massive columns, with bronze tablets displaying the names of the fallen soldiers. Atop the dome is a statue of the goddess Victory, holding a sword and laurel wreath. This monument not only honors the soldiers but also serves as an educational landmark, offering insight into Pennsylvania's critical role in the battle.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center

This once-peaceful seminary found itself at the heart of the fighting on the first day of battle, as Union forces desperately tried to hold off the Confederate attackers. Seminary Ridge also features a walking route with additional stories about civilian life before, during, and after the battle. This walk includes views of the historic seminary buildings as well as stories about unlikely heroes like John L. Burns, an old man who decided he wasn't about to let rebels burn down his town.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Virginia Monument

The Virginia Monument honours Confederate soldiers from Virginia, featuring a striking equestrian statue of General Robert E. Lee and his horse, Traveller. Surrounding them are seven infantrymen, representing different participants in the Civil War from Virginia. Unveiled in 1917, the monument was designed by Frederick William Sievers and commemorates General Lee’s leadership and the bravery of the soldiers he commanded during the Battle of Gettysburg. The statue stands as a tribute to Virginia’s significant role in the battle.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
  • Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
  • Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: Gettysburg Battlefield?

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: Gettysburg Battlefield?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Support: Toll free phone, chat and email.
  • Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline.
  • Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF.
  • Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay.
  • One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry.
  • Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own.
  • Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so you do not need any in-person guide.
  • GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 160+ Points.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Self Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: Gettysburg Battlefield is as follows:

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Self Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: Gettysburg Battlefield will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
  • Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
  • Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
  • Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
  • One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
  • Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
  • Includes an app-based self-guided experience, so you do not need any in-person guide.
  • GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 160+ Points
  • Entry Fees, National Park Passes, Reservations

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
  • Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
  • Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
  • Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
  • Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
  • Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
  • Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
  • Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
  • Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
  • Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
  • Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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