Experience the Haunted History of Gettysburg
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Gettysburg is often called the most haunted town in America, and it earned the title in the bloodiest battle ever fought on American soil — the fighting that left this small Pennsylvania town buried in its own dead. Ghost City Tours leads nightly walking tours from Lincoln Square through the streets where the battle spilled past the Jennie Wade and Tillie Pierce houses and into homes that have never stopped being haunted.
Our local guides tell the true, researched history behind each haunting — the soldiers, the townspeople caught in the crossfire, the parlors turned into field hospitals and places of death. Bring the family on the all-ages Haunted Echoes Ghost Tour, keep it to the adults with Blood on the Battlefield past the notorious Farnsworth House, gather for the Gettysburg Haunted Pub Crawl through the town's oldest taverns, or take up the tools yourself on the Gettysburg Ghost Hunt, a hands-on paranormal investigation inside one of the town's most haunted houses.
Ghost City Tours has been telling Gettysburg's darkest stories since 2022, walking these battle-scarred streets with the respect this ground demands. Book your Gettysburg ghost tour today and stand where the dead of the battle are said to still gather.
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An adults-only walk through downtown Gettysburg after dark, beginning at the Ghost City store on Lincoln Square, into the haunted homes and alleys where the fighting spilled into the streets and the spirits never left.
A hands-on, 3-hour paranormal investigation inside one of Gettysburg's most haunted houses — a home on the ground where the battle's first day was fought. You become the ghost hunter, using pro equipment to make contact after dark.
A family-friendly, 90-minute walk through downtown Gettysburg from the Ghost City store on Lincoln Square. Hear the haunted history tied to the battle — its soldiers, townspeople, and restless spirits — spooky enough for chills but never too scary for kids.
A 2-hour, adults-only crawl through Gettysburg's historic taverns, starting at the Ghost City store on Lincoln Square. Step inside some of the town's most haunted bars for ghost stories and a drink where soldiers, civilians, and phantoms once gathered.
Join thousands of satisfied guests who have discovered the dark secrets and ghostly tales that make Gettysburg one of America's most haunted cities.
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| Attribute | The Blood on the Battlefield Ghost Tour | The Gettysburg Ghost Hunt | The Haunted Echoes Ghost Tour | The Gettysburg Haunted Pub Crawl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 90 min | 180 min | 90 min | 120 min |
| Walking distance | 1 mi | 0 mi | 1 mi | 1 mi |
| Pace | Moderate | Leisurely | Leisurely | Leisurely |
| Age requirement | 16+ | 16+ | All ages | 21+ |
| Family-friendly | Not suitable | Not suitable | Ideal | Not suitable |
| Paranormal intensity | ||||
| Scare factor | ||||
| In the rain | Operates rain or shine | Operates rain or shine | Operates rain or shine | Excellent |
| Best for | Date nightAfter dinnerLate night+1 | HalloweenLate nightAfter dinner | Family vacationPre-dinnerWeekend getaway | BacheloretteBachelor partyWeekend getaway+2 |
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Gettysburg is one of America's most haunted cities
Gettysburg has a rich and often dark history that spans centuries. From tragic tales to unexplained phenomena, our city is filled with paranormal activity.
Our expert guides will lead you through the historic streets, sharing authenticated ghost stories and local legends that will send shivers down your spine.
Learn about Gettysburg's most famous hauntings and the real history behind them.
Visit actual haunted sites where paranormal activity has been reported for generations.
Our guides are passionate storytellers who know Gettysburg's dark history inside and out.
Join thousands who have experienced the paranormal side of Gettysburg. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, our tours will leave you with unforgettable memories.
Real places · Documented history
Explore the paranormal hotspots
Gettysburg is home to numerous haunted locations, each with its own tragic tale and ghostly residents.
We've documented 17 real haunted places in Gettysburg — each one an actual site with a researched history, not a legend we invented.
View all haunted locations in GettysburgRead the full story behind each haunted location, then see the tours that walk you through them.
Deep dives into the dark history that made Gettysburg the most haunted battlefield in America
Over three days in July 1863, more than 51,000 soldiers were killed, wounded, or went missing at Gettysburg. The scale of that violence left something behind that visitors, historians, and paranormal investigators have been trying to understand for over 160 years.
The Gettysburg Battlefield closes after dark — but the hauntings don't stop. Plan the perfect haunted Gettysburg experience with this complete day-and-night itinerary covering battlefield exploration, haunted town walks, and guided paranormal experiences.
The version of Gettysburg most people learn is incomplete. This is the brutal, unfiltered account of what really happened — the chaos, the suffering, the improvised hospitals, the mass graves, and the aftermath that most history books leave out.
Gettysburg is where Ghost City Tours began — not as a business, but as a conviction. Founder Tim Nealon grew up near the battlefield, spent thousands of hours on its ground, and built a company on the belief that these stories deserve to be told with research, respect, and truth.
Gettysburg is one of the most haunted places in America — but not every story you hear is true. A balanced look at which ghost stories are historically grounded, which have been distorted or fabricated, and how to tell the difference.
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Ghost City began operating tours in 2012, and before long, we became the Best Ghost Tour Company in the entire World. Our dedication to quality and authenticity has not only set us apart from the rest but made us the leader in the industry.
Ghost City operates a full Guest Services office, open from 7 am - 11:30 pm, seven days a week. We're here to help.
Since our founding, over 9,000,000 people have joined Ghost City for a tour. This doesn't happen unless you're excellent.
We employ and support Veterans from all Branches. We thank you for your service and are proud to offer you a discount!
We're so confident that you'll love your Ghost Tour we offer a Money Back Guarantee.
The best Tour Guides want to work with Ghost City. You won't find better tour guides in Gettysburg.
We're not just a Ghost Tour company - we're a team of people who love ghost hunting and exploring the paranormal.
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We understand that you may have some questions about our Ghost Tours - and you don't want to call. Below you can find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions we get about our tours.
ALL of our Ghost Tours are Walking Tours. Walking Tours allow you to immerse yourself in the stories we tell.
Most of our ghost tours last between 60-90 minutes, covering approximately 1 to 1.5 miles of easy walking.
Our ghost tours run 7 days a week, year-round! Check our booking calendar for specific times and availability.
Most of our tour routes are wheelchair accessible as we stay on city sidewalks and paved areas.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for the weather. Bring your camera - you never know what you might capture!
We do not sell our tickets through Groupon or any other discount platform. We believe in providing exceptional value at our regular prices, and we stand behind the quality of our tours. You can purchase tickets directly through our website or by calling our Guest Services team.
Our tours take you to the most haunted locations in Gettysburg, where we share the dark history and paranormal stories of each site. While we don't typically enter private buildings, you'll stand in the very spots where tragic events occurred and spirits are said to linger. Many guests have captured unexplained phenomena in their photos!
We offer a Money Back Guarantee because we're confident you'll love your tour. If you take the tour and don't love it, we'll give your money back. We also offer free reschedules anytime, even after your tour has started, in case of weather or unexpected circumstances.
Children are considered ages 6-12 for our family-friendly tours. Kids 5 and under are free! We recommend our family tours for children who can walk for about 1.5 hours and enjoy spooky (but not too scary) stories. For more intense experiences, we offer adults-only tours for guests 16 and older.
Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome on most of our outdoor walking tours! However, they're not permitted on our Haunted Pub Crawl tours due to venue restrictions. Please keep in mind that some pets may be sensitive to paranormal activity - we've seen some interesting reactions!
Our Guest Services team is here to help 7 days a week from 7 AM to 11:30 PM.
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