Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

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Gettysburg, USA

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1 hour (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Gettysburg’s haunted streets with our walking ghost tour! This immersive experience invites you to explore the rich history and spectral tales that linger in the air!

As you wander through the historic district, chilling stories of hauntings, including the eerie whispers of Civil War soldiers, will unfold before you, bringing the past to life.

Tread carefully as you traverse a mile of Gettysburg's most haunted and historic sites. Each stop, from the haunting Brickhouse Inn to the solemn Witness Tree, offers a glimpse into a past where the echoes of fallen soldiers still linger. The ghostly Farnsworth House and the mysterious Orphanage will send shivers down your spine with their tales of lost souls.

While the tour doesn’t enter private buildings, the outdoor experience is thick with the energy of lingering spirits.

Join us for an evening of captivating tales and eerie encounters, and uncover the ghostly secrets that Gettysburg holds!

What's Included

  • Documented accounts of hauntings and paranormal activity
  • Intensely researched true stories of history
  • Professional and Courteous Guides
  • Dinner
  • Motorized Transportation
  • Guide Tip
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452 Baltimore Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA

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Brickhouse Inn

The Brickhouse Inn, formerly the Old Welty House, played a pivotal role during the Battle of Gettysburg, serving as a vantage point for Confederate sharpshooters who occupied its second floor and attic. Today, the lingering spirits of these soldiers are said to haunt the inn, their presence a chilling reminder of the fierce conflict that once raged there.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Witness Tree

The Witness Tree along Baltimore Street in Gettysburg stands as a silent sentinel to the brutal fighting that occurred during the Battle of Gettysburg. This ancient tree, present during the bloodshed, is believed to hold the echoes of those fateful days, with some claiming to hear whispers of the past in its rustling leaves.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Farnsworth House Inn

The Farnsworth House in Gettysburg, a key site during the battle where Confederate snipers took position, is now notorious as one of the city's most haunted locations. Visitors report eerie encounters and ghostly sensations, believed to be linked to the intense combat that once raged within its walls.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

777 Baltimore St

The National Soldiers Orphanage Homestead in Gettysburg, once plagued by the harsh and abusive matron of the 1870s, now harbors the restless spirits of the mistreated children. Ghostly apparitions and eerie sounds still echo through the building, a haunting reminder of the dark history endured by its young residents.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

East Cemetery Hill

East Cemetery Hill in Gettysburg was the site of some of the fiercest fighting during the battle, and it remains a poignant memorial to the struggle that occurred here. Visitors often report seeing shadowy figures resembling soldiers emerging from the cemetery after dark, as if the echoes of the past are still fighting their way through the night.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

789 Baltimore St

The Hall of Presidents Museum in Gettysburg once showcased wax figures of every U.S. president and their wives, but beneath this display lies a darker history. Before it became a museum, this site served as a makeshift burial ground during the Civil War, and some believe that the restless spirits of those interred here still linger in the shadows.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jennie Wade House

The Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg is forever marked by tragedy, as a Confederate sniper’s stray bullet fatally struck Jennie Wade while she was sheltering inside. Today, eerie occurrences and ghostly presences are reported in the home, reflecting the lingering anguish of that fateful day.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rupp House History Center

The Rupp House in Gettysburg became a battleground during the fight, with John Rupp taking refuge in the basement as chaos erupted upstairs. Today, visitors report unsettling paranormal phenomena, including ghostly apparitions of those who met their end within these walls.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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

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What's Included

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  • Documented accounts of hauntings and paranormal activity
  • Intensely researched true stories of history
  • Professional and Courteous Guides
  • Dinner
  • Motorized Transportation
  • Guide Tip

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • PARKING: PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN BRICKHOUSE INN PARKING. You will be towed. THIS IS RESERVED FOR OVERNIGHT GUESTS. There are plenty of parking spaces on the side streets behind the Inn and on the main street. Thank you.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (EDT).

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