Whether it’s the slower winter months when people come to enjoy the peace and quiet of the beautiful countryside (and less crowds at the attractions!) or the warmer months when the town is bursting with excitement 7-days a week, Gettysburg is full of fabulous activities year-round.

Activities at Battlefield Bed and Breakfast Inn

• Our daily history program is at 8 AM. Enjoy a rotating group of knowledgeable presenters who each specialize in different stories and perspectives.

• Breakfast is served at 9am, although those wishing to skip the history program can schedule breakfast in their room or at private dining tables from 8:30am - 9:30am.

• Take time to explore the artifacts, furnishings, and pictures that tell the story of the historic farmhouse.

• Walk the trails on our 30 acre wildlife preserve, with shorter loops that take 15 minutes and longer loops for up to an hour’s worth of strolling.

• Visit with the horses. Although they are on a special diet, the staff can give a limited amount of vet-approved treats to help them come visit with you over the fence. (Treats must always be given on the palm of flat hands to avoid nibbled fingers!)

• Photograph birds, frogs, and wildflowers.

• Walk your dog on the trails, or in the one-acre, fenced Dog Park.

• Play ball on the lawn with your kids. We also have a carriage full of lawn games guests are welcome to borrow during their stay.

• Bring a picnic - or have one delivered. We also have some wonderful Fruit & Cheese and Charcuterie packages we will be happy to pack up into a picnic basket for you to use for the day!

• Conduct your own paranormal investigation or commune with the spirits. 

• You can find a nook for writing or reading, either a book you brought or one from our extensive library of Civil War books (and vacation pleasure reads!)

• You can spend the whole day on the historic farm property or use the farmstay as your retreat after you have indulged in the many activities offered by the National Park and the town.

These Local Gettysburg Attractions Are Guest Favorites

The Battlefield

Gettysburg National Military Park

There is no entrance fee for the Gettysburg National Military Park. You will be able to explore the 30 miles of roads and 6000 acres of parkland at your leisure. Be sure to check out favorite spots like Devil’s Den, Little Round Top, and the top of an observation tower.

Museums

Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center

The Gettysburg National Military Park Museum and Visitor Center houses an enormous collection of artifacts from the Battle of Gettysburg displayed in a very informative way.

The Gettysburg battlefield and visitor center are free to visit. Tickets are required for the film "A New Birth of Freedom" narrated by Morgan Freeman, the Cyclorama painting, and the Gettysburg Museum of the Civil War.

Plan on spending several hours here. You will want to see the film, the Cyclorama, and all the museum exhibits.

This is also where you can arrange for a personal tour of the Battlefield with a Licensed Battlefield Guide. If you contact the guides directly, you may let your guide know about special interests that you have.

Eisenhower Historic Site

This is President Eisenhower's Home... The tour leaves from the National Park Visitor Center and takes about an hour.

David Wills House

This  museum is dedicated to Lincoln's visit to Gettysburg and to the Gettysburg Address. The museum is operated by the Gettysburg National Military Park. NOTE: The David Wills House closed in October 2024 due to a burst water line and remained closed for the entirety of 2025. No known reopening date is currently available.

The Shriver House Museum

This historic home is downtown Gettysburg is focused on interpreting the civilian experience. The home is furnished as if the Shriver family still lived there. The home was occupied by the Confederates during the battle. You can even see the holes where the sharpshooters knocked out bricks to shoot onto the street below. This museum is very well done and is well worth seeing.

Seminary Ridge Museum

Seminary Ridge Museum, located on Seminary Ridge, has three floors of exhibits that explore the dilemmas that shaped the Civil War, the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg, and the Seminary's role as a Civil War field hospital. The museum also offers tours of the building's Cupola, where Brigadier General John Buford stood as he plotted troop movements on the first day of the battle. 

Gettysburg Heritage Museum

Utilizing artifacts, historical documents, interactive displays, and 3-D productions, visitors will gain a better understanding of the events that took place in the town before, during and after the battle. Find out how the people reacted to the invasion of the town – freeze, flee or fight? Hear accounts of ordinary people doing extraordinary things in a time when their home was in turmoil.

WORLD WAR II AMERICAN EXPERIENCE MUSEUM

Here you can experience a wide variety of authentic WWII vehicles, uniforms and artifacts in realistic dioramas and exhibits that portray, not just the battlefield, but the home front as well. Take in a re-enactment or one of our living history programs available as well as speakers, seminars, interactive offerings and simulated and real vehicle experiences.

ADAMS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY - GO BEYOND THE BATTLE

This excellent museum opened in April 2023. The museum features collections from the Adams County Historical Society and encompasses the complete history of Gettysburg and Adams County, from the dinosaurs to today.

National Apple Museum

For a change of pace, wander north of Gettysburg into Adams County apple country. This museum in Biglerville explores the agricultural side of the Gettysburg Area.

Interactive Map of Gettysburg Museums, Monuments, Shopping, Restaurants, Battlefield Tours, and Entertainment

Click on any icon to get additional information and driving directions to each location on the map.

Galleries

Gettysburg is an artist colony. There are a myriad of galleries displaying historical art and the art of local craft makers and artists. We have a number of art and craft festivals that bring in the artists to meet with visitors.

• Lord Nelson's Gallery

• Dale Gallon Historical Art

• Gallery 30

• M Kunstler Gallery

• Lincoln Into Art

Antiques, Artifacts, Reproductions, Books, and Outlet Shopping

Gettysburg has a large selection of boutique shops specializing in art and history. There is also an outlet mall, The Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg, on the edge of town on Baltimore Pike. 

Fine Dining Restaurants:

• The Historic Dobbin House - 89 Steinwehr Ave, Gettysburg, PA 17325

• The Mansion House 1757 - 15 West Main Street, Fairfield, PA 17320

• Casual Dining Restaurants:

• The Garryowen Irish Pub - 126 Chambersburg Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325

• Appalachian Brewing Company - 259 Steinwehr Ave, Gettysburg, PA 17325

• Food 101 - 101 Chambersburg St, Gettysburg, PA 17325

• Adams County Winery - 251 Peach Tree Rd, Orrtanna, PA 17353

• Reid's Orchard & Winery - 2135 Buchanan Valley Rd. Orrtanna, PA 17353

• Adam’s County Pour Tour - Our local travel council’s “Pour Tour” featuring local wine, cider, beer, and spirits.

Horseback Riding, Bicycling, and Carriage Rides

You can bring your own horse and ride the National Park trails, or you can join one of the horse tours that are offered in the warmer seasons

• The National Riding Stable at Artillery Ridge

• Confederate Trails Horse Tours

• Hickory Hollow Stables

Carriage Rides

The Victorian Carriage Company offers Carriage Rides in warmer weather. Leave from the farm next door to the inn for Battlefield carriage tours. Advanced reservations recommended. The carriages are also found in the center of town and will take you around historic downtown Gettysburg.

Bicycling and Segway tours

Bicycling is a good way to see the National Park. Plan on some hills, but many of the park roads are reasonably flat. You can also rent bicycles in town or join a Segway tour.

Gettysburg Tours and Rentals
Gettysburg Bicycle and Fitness
Segway Tours of Gettysburg

BOARD AND BRUSH

Board & Brush Creative Studio offers fun workshops for who love to create and connect with friends while sipping their BYOB drinks!

Escape Rooms

Escape Gettysburg offers a fun family friendly Escape the Room Challenge. In an Escape the Room Challenge you are locked inside a room that contains puzzles and brain busters that you have to solve as a team to escape the room in 60 minutes. If you do not escape the room in 60 minutes you and your team lose the game. They offer three variations on the Escape Room game concept, "Gettysburg Address Heist", "Mad Hatter", and "Houdini’s Workshop". 

WINTER ACTIVITIES

Winter in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is all about finding joy in the season. The crowds thin, the charm shines, and the season invites you to explore more: from tubing and skiing nearby to sampling local wines, craft brews, and hearty seasonal flavors. Wander through downtown boutiques, catch live performances, or cozy up with a warm drink after a day of adventure. Whether you’re here for a spontaneous weekend or a few days away, winter in Gettysburg is full of reasons to get out and make the most of the season.

TUBING, SKIING, and SNOWBOARDING

A very short drive from the inn will bring you to Liberty Mountain Resort, which offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing.

WINTER LECTURE SERIES

Rangers, historians, and authors provide free lectures during the winter months.