Dear Travel Friend,

​The charming town of Gettysburg is alive and well with tales from the past and present. Gettysburg is the ideal place for history buffs, wine and cider lovers, golf aficionados, and paranormal enthusiasts. During the day, relive history at the Gettysburg Battlefield, play a round at The Links, and sample the local cuisine. In the evening, go on a candlelit walking tour--if you dare! In this video, we’ll share where to go for gorgeous scenery, farm to table food, delicious wines and ciders, haunted covered bridges, and secrets revealed by the locals. My most recent trip was in October of 2018 to shoot an episode of "Beyond Your Backyard" for PBS. 

Sincerely, 
​Erik

Episode Title: Gettysburg, PA
Season: 1
Episode: 1

In this episode, Erik The Travel Guy is your guide on a historical journey to the scene of one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War - The Battle of Gettysburg. You'll walk in the footprints of President Abraham Lincoln and learn why so many visitors are coming to Adams County for a part of American history - and a pint of their famous handcrafted apple cider!

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GETTYSBURG VIDEOS

GETTYSBURG - A LITTLE LIGHT READING

 

FAST FACTS
State: Pennsylvania​​
Time Zone: Eastern
Currency: US Dollar
Primary Language: English

 

TRANSPORTATION
​​Gettysburg is located just 10 miles from PA’s southern border. It’s close to metropolitan areas like New York City, Baltimore, Washington D.C. and Philadelphia. In fact, due to its location in the southern part of the state, it is closer in distance to Baltimore and Washington D.C. than it is to Philadelphia. Gettysburg is also located an hour south from Harrisburg along US-Highway 15.  

Air: BWI (Baltimore) is the closest major airport. PHL (Philadelphia, PA)  

Car: I suggest you either arrive by car or rent one while you are in Gettysburg. 

Train: Amtrak does not have a station in Gettysburg. However, you can train to Harrisburg and then rent a car. ​

 

THE WEATHER
​While I highly recommend a summer visit to Gettysburg, be aware that is peak season. During fall, the foliage is gorgeous. As you travel to Gettysburg in spring, check out the flowers blooming at the Philadelphia Flower Show and in the Amish countryside. A winter visit provides the best value. Winter in Gettysburg is perfect for sipping cups of cocoa or sitting by a roaring fireplace at one of the bed & breakfasts in the area.

Peak Season(s): Summer & Fall
Value Season: Winter
Shoulder Season: Spring

 

WHERE TO STAY
The Gettysburg Hotel

 

WHERE TO EAT
A few of my Gettysburg favorites include: 

The Daubin House
Gettysburg Family Restaurant
Food 101
Garryowen Irish Pub
​Historic Farnsworth House Inn

 

HELPFUL LINKS
Gettysburg Official Tourism Bureau
​NPS - Gettysburg Battelfield 
Erik's Pennsylvania Page

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