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Gettysburg Battlefield Audio Driving Tour
About The Tour
Step back in time to the summer of 1863, and explore Gettysburg National Military Park, where one of the most pivotal battles of the Civil War unfolded. With this self-guided audio driving tour, you’ll follow the battle as it played out in July 1863, while listening to immersive storytelling that brings the soldiers, strategies, and turning points to life.
Start at the Visitor Center, home to the famous Gettysburg Cyclorama, then continue across the battlefield from McPherson Ridge to Little Round Top and Devil’s Den. Visit The Peach Orchard and The Wheatfield, where fierce fighting unfolded, before standing at the site of Pickett’s Charge. End your journey at Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where the Gettysburg Address forever shaped the nation’s memory.
Here are just a few of the top stops on the tour:
• Visit the Eternal Light Peace Memorial, a symbol of unity and remembrance
• Walk through Devil’s Den, one of the battlefield’s most dramatic landscapes
• See the Pennsylvania State Memorial, the largest monument on the battlefield
• Stand at Copse of Trees, a pivotal point in Pickett’s Charge
• Pay respects at Soldiers’ National Cemetery
Start at the Visitor Center, home to the famous Gettysburg Cyclorama, then continue across the battlefield from McPherson Ridge to Little Round Top and Devil’s Den. Visit The Peach Orchard and The Wheatfield, where fierce fighting unfolded, before standing at the site of Pickett’s Charge. End your journey at Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where the Gettysburg Address forever shaped the nation’s memory.
Here are just a few of the top stops on the tour:
• Visit the Eternal Light Peace Memorial, a symbol of unity and remembrance
• Walk through Devil’s Den, one of the battlefield’s most dramatic landscapes
• See the Pennsylvania State Memorial, the largest monument on the battlefield
• Stand at Copse of Trees, a pivotal point in Pickett’s Charge
• Pay respects at Soldiers’ National Cemetery
About the tour
Step back in time to the summer of 1863, and explore Gettysburg National Military Park, where one of the most pivotal battles of the Civil War unfolded. With this self-guided audio driving tour, you’ll follow the battle as it played out in July 1863, while listening to immersive storytelling that brings the soldiers, strategies, and turning points to life.
Start at the Visitor Center, home to the famous Gettysburg Cyclorama, then continue across the battlefield from McPherson Ridge to Little Round Top and Devil’s Den. Visit The Peach Orchard and The Wheatfield, where fierce fighting unfolded, before standing at the site of Pickett’s Charge. End your journey at Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where the Gettysburg Address forever shaped the nation’s memory.
Here are just a few of the top stops on the tour:
• Visit the Eternal Light Peace Memorial, a symbol of unity and remembrance
• Walk through Devil’s Den, one of the battlefield’s most dramatic landscapes
• See the Pennsylvania State Memorial, the largest monument on the battlefield
• Stand at Copse of Trees, a pivotal point in Pickett’s Charge
• Pay respects at Soldiers’ National Cemetery
Start at the Visitor Center, home to the famous Gettysburg Cyclorama, then continue across the battlefield from McPherson Ridge to Little Round Top and Devil’s Den. Visit The Peach Orchard and The Wheatfield, where fierce fighting unfolded, before standing at the site of Pickett’s Charge. End your journey at Soldiers’ National Cemetery, where the Gettysburg Address forever shaped the nation’s memory.
Here are just a few of the top stops on the tour:
• Visit the Eternal Light Peace Memorial, a symbol of unity and remembrance
• Walk through Devil’s Den, one of the battlefield’s most dramatic landscapes
• See the Pennsylvania State Memorial, the largest monument on the battlefield
• Stand at Copse of Trees, a pivotal point in Pickett’s Charge
• Pay respects at Soldiers’ National Cemetery
STARTING POINTS
-Baltimore Pike-Taneytown Road
RECOMMENDED START TIME: 8:00 am
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Things to do on the Tour Include:
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Soldier's National Cemetery
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Copse of Trees
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Culp's Hill
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Pennsylvania Monument
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Devil's Den
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Little Round Top
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Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center
Meet the Creators
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Creators behind the Gettysburg Battlefield Audio Driving Tour
Phil Schoen
Narrator
I’ll be your guide on this tour. Press play to hear a sneak peek of the stories waiting for you as you browse.
Rita Fowers
Writer/Editor
Favorite Quote:
"What man actually needs is not a tensionless state but rather the striving and struggling for some goal worthy of him." - Viktor Frankl
Rayne Warne
Writer & Managing Editor
Favorite Quote:
"Stories are machines inhabited by a god." - Bonnie Friedman
Matt Caracciolo
Writer & Editor
Favorite Quote:
"All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us." --J.R.R. Tolkien
Jess Conaway
Writer
Favorite Quote:
"Be bold; and mighty forces will come to your aid." - Basil King
Andrew Shults
Producer & Data Team Manager
Favorite Quote:
“I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.” - Douglas Adams
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Gettysburg Battlefield Audio Driving Tour FAQS
Information
Conditions can change fast. Please check these links for closures, alerts, and local conditions before your trip. Stay informed so you can ensure a smooth ride.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- More than a map and directions — your tour, fully guided
- Audio storytelling that plays as you drive
- Music and immersive sound to upgrade your drive
- Human-created, professionally narrated tours
- Pre-planned route with turn-by-turn directions
- Itinerary mapped out with must-see stops
- Expert travel tips
- Offline access – works without data or wifi
- Flexible, self-paced experience
- One purchase per vehicle (not per person)
- Lifetime access (tours never expire)
- Reliable customer support
Exclusions:
- Private transportation (use your own or rental vehicle)
- Meals
- Attraction admission or park entrance fees
- Parking fees
- Live tour guide or in-person services
- Trip planning or booking services
- Fully customizable navigation like Google or Apple Maps
- On-demand route planning or custom directions
- Open-ended navigation tools
Tour FAQs
1. Where does the Gettysburg Driving Tour go?
This tour has 20 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s What You Need To Know Before You Go!
2. What should I pack for the Gettysburg Driving Tour?
Phone charger
Clothing light enough to layer (shorts, sweats, jackets)
Sturdy shoes or boots
Sunscreen (year-round)
Hat/gloves/scarves (winter months)
Clothing light enough to layer (shorts, sweats, jackets)
Sturdy shoes or boots
Sunscreen (year-round)
Hat/gloves/scarves (winter months)
3. What should I budget for the Gettysburg Driving Tour?
No fee is required to visit the battlefield.
The visitor center is free as well (restrooms, gift shop, cafe, library, resource room, and ranger station) but there are additional fees required to visit the museum, historical film, and Cyclorama within the visitor center.
The visitor center is free as well (restrooms, gift shop, cafe, library, resource room, and ranger station) but there are additional fees required to visit the museum, historical film, and Cyclorama within the visitor center.
4. What are the park hours for the Gettysburg Driving Tour?
Park is open 365 days a year, 7 days a week, dawn til dusk
5. Can I join the Gettysburg Driving Tour along the route?
Yes, you can join along the route.
6. Can I take the Gettysburg Driving Tour in the opposite direction?
The tour follows the path in which the Battle of Gettysburg unfolded, so there is only one direction.
7. How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B—it’s like having a local tour guide in your pocket.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
As you walk, the app shares stories, history, local insights, and directions based on where you are. We’ve planned the route for you, but you can still explore at your own pace, pause the tour, skip stops, or spend more time wherever you like.
It’s not just about getting there—it’s about discovering the stories behind the places you’re visiting.
8. Other Questions? Contact us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.
GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.
Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.