Gettysburg, Pa., has a bloody history. It was the site for the Battle of Gettysburg — one of the largest during the American Civil War. Now, the town attracts visitors with its rich history.
Enjoy a coffee and light breakfast at The Ragged Edge Coffee House. Spend about $10 at this popular, centrally located spot. Next, make your way to the Gettysburg Museum of the Civil War at Gettysburg National Military Park. The $12.50 admission includes the museum’s exhibits, films and entrance to the cyclorama auditorium.
Take a walk through the Gettysburg College campus and admire the Georgian and Victorian buildings. Grab lunch at The Pub and Restaurant. Opt for outdoor seating while enjoying the large portion sizes and homemade desserts. Spend $15–18 on lunch. Go shopping at the unique stores along Baltimore Street or visit the more than 70 stores at the Outlet Shoppes at Gettysburg.
Take a step back in time for a meal at the Historic Farnsworth House Inn. Dine on specialties from the Civil War period served by waitstaff dressed in period attire. Dinner will cost about $30.
Gettysburg is one of the most haunted locations in the United States. Experience the paranormal firsthand on a ghost tour. Gettysburg Ghost Tours run a variety of nightly one-hour tours through battlefields, cemeteries, hotels and more for $9–12.
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