Gettysburg Horseback & Walking Tours | Horse Tours of Gettysburg

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a landmark of American history and a compelling destination for anyone seeking to engage directly with the pivotal events of 1863. Horse Tours of Gettysburg offers a distinctive way to move through this historic landscape, providing licensed battlefield horseback and carriage tours alongside deeply immersive walking tours through the town’s 19th-century streets. Experience the battlefield as the soldiers saw it—on horseback—riding through the South End’s rolling farmland and shaded lanes, where decisive clashes unfolded. These two-hour guided horseback or carriage tours bring the Civil War to life, blending rich storytelling with a front-row seat to the terrain that shaped the conflict.

For those who prefer exploring on foot, Horse Tours of Gettysburg presents multiple themed historic walking tours that peel back layers of time in downtown Gettysburg. Whether walking the paths of “Reluctant Witness,” learning about Jennie Wade’s Baltimore Street, or tracing the fierce urban skirmishes of “Fighting in the Streets,” each tour is led by licensed guides versed in the details and context of the battle and town in 1863. The blend of thorough research and vivid narration makes these tours exceptional educational experiences for history buffs, families, and groups alike.

Seasonal highlights include the evocative Christmas Carriage Ride on Main Street, which combines holiday cheer with historic ambiance. Horse Tours of Gettysburg also accommodates private groups and contracts, making these adventures accessible for special events or tailored visits. Whether on horseback, carriage, or foot, visitors routinely praise the knowledgeable guides and the authentic perspective they bring to one of America’s defining moments.

The combination of outdoor engagement with expert historical interpretation sets Horse Tours of Gettysburg apart in the landscape of Civil War tourism, offering a hands-on connection to the past framed by Pennsylvania’s gentle farmland and Gettysburg’s preserved streets. For adventure travelers who value depth and discovery, these tours add a meaningful, kinetic dimension to a battlefield visit.