Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg Self-Guided Tour

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Place: Gettysburg

Duration: 30 minutes

Language: English

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Do this because

Experience historic fighting atop Seminary Ridge as if you were there on July 1st, 1863
Get to know the soldiers, their commanders, and the courageous civilians who were involved in the Civil War
Listen to the history of the seminary before the war overtook it, and learn what became of these grounds after the battle

What to expect

Enjoy an alluring audio and GPS walking tour that takes you into America’s embattled past atop the historic Seminary Ridge. Begin your journey in the location very heart, near the Seminary Ridge Museum where you'll first, dive into the history and get a feel of the importance that is the town of Gettysburg.
As you walk along hallowed paths, you'll put yourself into the shoes of a seminary student back in the 1800s where you'll get to know how life looked like before war came to the town. You’ll also hear some insights into the Iroquois who once occupied this land, whom General Robert E. Lee respected immensely.
See the home of the seminary’s founder, Samuel Schmucker, and learn why he was practically an outcast among the Lutheran community.

Feel the tension in the air as the townsfolk rush to read the news every day, watching the war draw ever closer to their front doors. You'll also get to follow the lines of battle as they’re drawn by both sides and hear how the explosive battle began. Visit the seminary building which became an impromptu Union hospital when the fighting started going south. Then, follow the struggle blow-by-blow, from the fighting atop McPherson’s Ridge to the Confederate assault on the seminary itself. Become a fly on the wall in the command outposts of Generals Buford and Ewell as they vie for control of the battlefield.
Toward the end of the path, you'll get to know the final bursts of combat and get an overview of the aftermath of all the bloodshed from both sides.

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Don't wait until you are on-site
Offline maps: no signal, no problem. The maps work perfectly without cellular or wifi
You can start anytime, pause anywhere, and enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely
This tour is valid for an entire year - from the moment of booking. You don't need to change the booking if your travel plans change
You can take advantage of an all-day support line: call, chat, or email for help