Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–2.5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels given the slow-paced walking on mostly flat terrain.

Overview

Explore Gettysburg’s haunted field hospitals on a candlelit walking tour. Visit historic homes tied to Civil War history and uncover ghostly tales as darkness falls.

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Haunted Field Hospital

1 Hour • All Ages • Tour Homes That Once Served As Makeshift Hospitals!

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Date

Sat, Oct 4

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Experience the haunting history of Gettysburg on a Candle Light Walking Tour, exploring homes and churches that served as field hospitals during the Civil War. Visit iconic sites like the Tillie Pierce House and Jennie Wade Birth House, all while enjoying a unique atmosphere under the glow of candlelight.

Candle Light Walking Tour featuring homes and churches that once served as makeshift field hospitals, including the Tillie Pierce House and the Jennie Wade Birth House!

Duration

1 Hour

About

Candle Light Walking Tour featuring the Twin Sycamores, the Grove, The Wagon Wheel Hotel, Farnesworth, Jennie Wade Birth House, The Tillie Pierce House

Additional Information

Our walking tours are pet friendly.
We operate rain or shine.
Bring comfortable walking shoes.
Please meet at the Gettysburg Ghost Tour storefront at 47 Steinwehr Avenue 30-45 minutes before your tour time to pick up tickets.
Detailed directions are included in your confirmation email.

Adventure Tips

Wear Comfortable Shoes

The tour involves walking on historic streets and uneven surfaces at night; sturdy footwear helps keep you comfortable.

Bring a Flashlight

Although candles enhance the ambiance, a small flashlight is useful for safety during darker stretches of the walk.

Check Weather Forecast

Tours proceed rain or shine, so dress appropriately and bring rain gear if needed to stay comfortable.

Arrive Early for Check-In

Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to allow time for registration and briefing.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Eastern Gray Squirrel
Various nocturnal bats commonly seen around old buildings

History

Gettysburg was a pivotal Civil War battlefield where many homes and churches were converted into makeshift field hospitals to care for thousands of wounded soldiers.

Conservation

Local tour operators work closely with preservation groups to protect Gettysburg’s historic buildings and minimize impact on the sensitive environment during visits.