Gettysburg Heritage Center: Interactive Civil War Experience

Immerse yourself in the Battle of Gettysburg at the Gettysburg Heritage Center. Experience the impact on the town and its people through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and a captivating cellar experience. Don’t miss the award-winning animated map movie!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 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 Utilizing artifacts, historical documents, interactive displays, and 3-D productions, visitors will gain a…
What's Included
  • Award-winning orientation movie: Gettysburg Animated Map
  • Self-guided tour of Gettysburg Heritage Center and Museum
  • Experience interactive exhibits from town and battle perspectives
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

How did the Battle of Gettysburg impact the vibrant small town and its inhabitants? Journey through the Heritage Center, exploring the ambience of the town before, during, and after the infamous battle. This tale of bravery and chaos unfolds through captivating 3-D videos, interactive exhibits, text panels featuring snippets from letters & journals,…

Location
Gettysburg Heritage Center
297 Steinwehr Ave,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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X6622pumatthewh
Nov 21, 2025
Gettysburg Tour with Robert W. (Bob) Steenstra (Best there is!) - First, I am not a history buff. My Father was, and he passed away before he could take his trip to Gettysburg. I decided to take a few days and go to Gettysburg, as I was intrigued to learn about what my Dad was interested in and why. Well, August 2nd was my lucky day. I was placed with the BEST guide that the site has. Mr. Robert W. (Bob) Steenstra. His passion for what he does is unparalleled. By the first stop, I was hanging on every word and taking note of the positions he was pointing to. Halfway in, he gets so passionate about the stories that he is telling, that I find myself getting emotional. He knows it THAT WELL, and takes you with him on that journey. This man isn't simply a tour guide, he is a top expert of the Battle of Gettysburg. Whether you are deep into into Civil War History or just want to casually learn what happened, Bob is the best there is. If you can get him for a private tour, I encourage you to take it. He will keep you on the edge of your seat and you will retain what he says, as his delivery is amazing. Ask him to tell you about Lincoln's speech. Enjoy!
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W4939kahannahf
Nov 16, 2025
Great battlefield tour with Chris - Chris Rebmann was my tour guide. He was absolutely fantastic. He is so knowledgeable and Civil War history - not only the details about Gettysburg but other aspects of the war as well. I had a great time and great conversation. Thanks Chris for a great afternoon. Ken Froedge
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Johnfv2417jg
Oct 29, 2025
Great Battlefield Tour with Paul Bailey, the best guide ever! - We requesgted a licensed battlefield guide and Paul Bailey was assigned. What a gem of a guy! He arrived on time and asked us what we were interested in. He proceeded to tailor his talk to all the things we wanted to know about. We requested a 4 hour tour. At the end of 4 hours, Paul (who had talked non stop already for 4 hours!) looked and sounded like he could easily go on for 4 more hours. We had barely scratched the surface of his knowledge. We highly recommend Paul, if you have the chance to have him assigned to your group, you will not be disappointed. Paul is clearly one of the most enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides at the park. We can't recommend him highly enough!
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Mattcf7677vl
Oct 10, 2025
Highly recommended! - The museum was a great experience and the movie that comes with admission is a top notch production, and it has a large gift and souvenir shop. You can also arrange for a Licensed Battlefield Guide here as well, I highly recommend it!
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J4313bfsusane
Oct 9, 2025
Great museum - I loved this museum. The movie was filled with information regarding the battle. The rest of the museum was a really neat experience.
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Carolynmb1196gn
Sep 20, 2025
Reenactment Event -- Fabulous! - The live action program at the Gettysburg Heritage Center was an absolute highlight of our visit. The reenactors didn’t just perform—they transported us back in time, showing what life was like for ordinary civilians suddenly caught in the crossfire of the Battle of Gettysburg. Each character shared personal stories that made history feel real, emotional, and human, far beyond what you might read in a textbook. We were happy to continue our time with three of the actors who further revealed moments before, during, and after the battles of Gettysburg: Tim Hirt and Debbie Saltziver (from Gettysburg Licensed Town Historians/Guides), and Debbie (from the Shriver House) were tops! Please know that your efforts to bring to life the citizens of Gettysburg have not gone unnoticed! Your talents have helped us understand well beyond what any textbook tour would. The setting, the costumes, and the passion of the performers all came together to create an immersive and unforgettable experience. It was both educational and deeply moving—we walked away with a greater appreciation for the hardships faced by families during the Civil War. If you want to experience history brought to life in a way that stays with you, I highly recommend attending the live action program at the Gettysburg Heritage Center.
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520jessicam
Sep 16, 2025
Gettysburg tour - Great experience. Bill was very knowledgeable and an all around great guide. We learned a lot and had a great time. Would definitely recommend.
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Y7902nfwilliamw
Sep 13, 2025
Wonderful City to see - This was the second trip there in 5 years.The expreience was great we were able some other things we did not the first time.It is a great to see so much history there.
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Dorothy
Sep 12, 2025
You should go! - The Museum opened on time. They lent me a wheel chair for my husband. The 3rd photos/exhibits were truly unusual. The recreation of the battle & the cellar that people hid in for days.. The books they have ...are really terrific. It take 1 hour or 2 hours depending on how much read...
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Joy_o
Jan 2, 2026
Not opened. - They received my money and confirmed a visit for 1st January, yet, they knew they won't be open. Bad.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).