Gettysburg: Haunted Battlefield Walk & Ghost Stories Tour

Summary

Ghostly tales echo through Gettysburg’s battle-scarred streets

You’ll walk Gettysburg’s darkened streets with a local guide, hearing real ghost stories in places like Shriver House Museum and Jennie Wade House. Feel the chill where history lingers, pause in silent corners touched by war, and catch yourself glancing over your shoulder as night falls.

What’s the experience like?

“You see that window?” our guide, Tom, asked as we shuffled past the old Shriver House Museum. I’d barely caught my breath from laughing at his last story when he pointed out a cracked pane—he said sometimes people spot faces there at dusk. I squinted but just saw my own reflection and the glow of streetlights pooling on wet cobblestones. The air had that faint metallic scent you get before rain, mixed with something older—maybe dust or old wood. Someone in our group muttered about goosebumps, and honestly, I felt it too.

The whole walk through Gettysburg felt like stepping into a story you half-remember from childhood. We paused outside the Jennie Wade House, and Tom lowered his voice—told us about Jennie baking bread when the bullet came through. He didn’t try to make it dramatic; he just let the silence sit there for a second. I caught myself staring at the chipped paint on the doorframe, thinking about how ordinary things become strange after tragedy. There was this moment where a couple behind me whispered about seeing shadows in the Presbyterian Church pews—I didn’t see anything, but I swear the air got colder.

I didn’t expect to feel so much just walking around—usually these haunted tours are all jump scares and silly props, but this one felt more honest. Maybe because Tom grew up here; he kept waving at people passing by (one woman handed him an umbrella mid-story). Not every stop was open or guaranteed—we skipped one house because someone actually lives there now—but that made it feel less staged somehow. By the end, my shoes were damp and my head full of stories I’ll probably retell badly back home. Still think about that quiet outside Jennie Wade’s place sometimes—you know?

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit haunted Gettysburg battle sites

• Explore haunted hospital hotel
• Visit Presbyterian Church field hospital
• See Jennie Wade House
• View home damaged by cannon fire
• Tour Shriver House Museum

Top questions

Is this Gettysburg haunted tour suitable for teenagers?

The tour is for ages 16 and up due to mature themes.

Are all stops like Shriver House Museum guaranteed on this tour?

No, not all stops are guaranteed; some locations may be skipped depending on circumstances.

Is the haunted history walk wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.

Does this Gettysburg ghost tour include a local guide?

Yes, a local guide leads your haunted history walk.

Can large groups book a private haunted tour in Gettysburg?

Groups of 10 or more should contact Ghost City Tours’ group sales coordinator for private options.

Are service animals allowed on this Gettysburg ghost tour?

Yes, service animals are permitted during the walk.

What’s included

Your evening includes a guided haunted history walk through central Gettysburg with stops like Shriver House Museum and Jennie Wade House along the way—all led by a knowledgeable local guide who shares both ghost stories and historical context as you go.