What to do and see in Greater Gettysburg, Greater Gettysburg: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

August 19, 2021 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best top things to do in Greater Gettysburg, United States including Dill's Tavern and Plantation, Devils Den, Virginia Memorial, Evergreen Cemetery, Equestrian Statue of General John F. Reynolds, 12th & 44th New York Infantry Monument, Monument to Brigadier General Gouverneur Kemble Warren, Monument to Major General George Gordon Meade, Lincoln Statue at Wills House, Leister farm - Meade's Headquarters.
Restaurants in Greater Gettysburg

1. Dill's Tavern and Plantation

227 N Baltimore St, Dillsburg, PA 17019-1215 +1 717-502-1440 http://northernyorkhistorical.org/
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Dill's Tavern and Plantation

2. Devils Den

Gettysburg, PA 17325 +1 866-889-1243 http://www.gettysburgfoundation.org
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5.0 based on 535 reviews

Devils Den

Devils Den is a rock formation that can be explored by the whole family. Located in the middle of Gettysburg National Military Park below Little Round Top. The rock formation is interesting enough to warrant a 2 hour excursion and is a great place for children to get some energy out.

Reviewed By M7632CPdavidw - Gladewater, United States

This pile of boulders and rocks saw such horrific fighting on the second day of the battle. The rocks you walk among are original to the day and one can only imagine the great loss of life that occurred on these very stones. This place is hallowed ground where brave men bled and died. I was filled with awe and respect. A somber experience.

3. Virginia Memorial

Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, PA http://gettysburg.stonesentinels.com/confederate-monuments/confederate-state-monuments/virginia
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5.0 based on 146 reviews

Virginia Memorial

Reviewed By peteroK6518GN - Buffalo, United States

Whether you're from the north or from the south, this is of such significance of 2 Generals on opposite sides of the battlefield leading the most historic battle of our country. If you don't get a chill down your back when looking at this brilliant General Lee, you missed it. When standing next to this, you understand that you are just a tiny figure in the world that time has passed by you and left you in the dust.

4. Evergreen Cemetery

799 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325-2611 +1 717-334-4121 http://www.evergreencemetery.org/
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4.5 based on 224 reviews

Evergreen Cemetery

Reviewed By 334jimc - Bel Air, United States

There is something compelling about mature graveyards, especially to students of History. Evergreen is a perfect example - - even more so if you’re familiar with the arrangements surrounding Lincoln’s visit and Dedicatory Address on November 19, 1863. Here you’ll find the graves of David Wills, David McCaughey, Jennie Wade, John Burns, Joel Danner, and other Gettysburg notables, including Eddie Plank HOF native pitcher. You’ll also be able to, stand on the actual site of Lincoln’s Address. Be sure to take in the moving sculpture of Elizabeth Thorne, the pregnant wife of the Caretaker who joined the army, leaving her to handle the duties.

5. Equestrian Statue of General John F. Reynolds

Route 30 and Meredith Avenue, Gettysburg, PA http://www.dcmemorials.com/index_indiv0007086.htm
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Equestrian Statue of General John F. Reynolds

6. 12th & 44th New York Infantry Monument

Near Skyes Avenue, at Little Round Top, Gettysburg, PA http://gettysburg.stonesentinels.com/union-monuments/new-york/new-york-infantry/12th-44th-new-york/
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

12th & 44th New York Infantry Monument

Reviewed By 423franke

We came across this monument while on a bus tour organized through the Gettysburg visitors center. It sits a little off the main stopping point of the tour and has a somewhat hidden stone stairway leading up to a small observation area with a great view from Little Round Top

7. Monument to Brigadier General Gouverneur Kemble Warren

Sykes Avenue at Little Round Top, Gettysburg, PA http://gettysburg.stonesentinels.com/monuments-to-individuals/gouverneur-warren/
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Monument to Brigadier General Gouverneur Kemble Warren

Reviewed By RDH2017 - Tennessee, United States

This monument greets you when you walk up the stone path of Little Round Top, one of the most impressive stops when you tour the Battle of Gettysburg. The view from the top is very majestic. This area is worth taking the time to stop, get out of your vehicle, and walk up the path to view the monument of Brig. Gen. Warren and see the breathtaking views.

8. Monument to Major General George Gordon Meade

Hancock Avenue at The Angle, Gettysburg, PA http://gettysburg.stonesentinels.com/monuments-to-individuals/george-meade/
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4.5 based on 51 reviews

Monument to Major General George Gordon Meade

Reviewed By markdriel - Old Bridge, United States

From this monument you get a better idea of the task the Confederate Army was faced with, the vast fields and distance they needed to cross is seen from this vantage point.

9. Lincoln Statue at Wills House

Lincoln Square, Gettysburg, PA http://www.abrahamlincolnonline.org/lincoln/tours/gettytourist.htm
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4.5 based on 204 reviews

Lincoln Statue at Wills House

Reviewed By charlottesA9955WR

the first time we saw this, we thought the man in corduroy was real... this time we took pics with him and Abe

10. Leister farm - Meade's Headquarters

Taneytown Road and Hunt Ave., Gettysburg, PA http://gettysburg.stonesentinels.com/battlefield-farms/leister-farm-meades-headquarters/
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Leister farm - Meade's Headquarters

Reviewed By charlessmith777 - Black Mountain, United States

A beautifully authentic piece of American history within a close proximity to one of the most discussed battles in all the anals of the Civil War : Pickett's Charge. Following step by step the battles you can almost feel the fear and adrenaline beneath your feet.

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