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Gettysburg National Military Park: America’s bloodiest battlefieldThe Battle of Gettysburg was a massive, bloody confrontation between the Confederate and Union troops during the American Civil War. Gettysburg was not the site of a planned battle; rather it was a coincidental meeting point of both armies. The expansive battlefield park includes its own network of roads and hundreds of markers memorializing the presence of various units and individuals who participated in the war.

Learn to use ghost hunting equipment at Farnsworth House Ghost HuntsGhost hunting is an expensive hobby. It takes a lot of time, practice and research—though beginners often have luck in known haunted locations such as Gettysburg. The Farnsworth House conducts two ghost hunts each night. Guests learn how to use various ghost hunting equipment and are then allowed to wander around in search of Civil War ghosts.

Stay on the battlefield in Gettysburg at the Doubleday InnThe Doubleday Inn is Gettysburg’s best bed and breakfast for history lovers. Located directly on the battlefield, it’s the most convenient stay for anyone interested in the park. The inn’s owners facilitate learning by providing maps, an audio tour and local advice for anyone wishing to explore the park. Dog lovers will also feel at home here because of the inn’s third permanent resident, an affectionate dog named Molly.

Explore the expansive Gettysburg battlefield on wheels with Segway Tours of GettysburgThe Gettysburg Segway Tour is an active and eco-friendly way to explore the battlefield in Gettysburg. Step on the Segway device and cover an impressive amount of the battlefield in a short time.

Enjoy quiet comfort in Gettysburg at Brierfield II Country Guest CottagesIf you’re searching for a truly relaxing Gettysburg getaway, consider Brierfield II Country Guest Cottages. This bed and breakfast and its gracious hostess epitomize the true spirit of welcome and comfort associated with top-quality lodgings.

O’Rorke’s Eatery & Spirits: Get away in GettysburgIf you’d like to get away from the trappings of tourism and the more expensive restaurants in downtown Gettysburg, check out O’Rorke’s. Named for Colonel Patrick O’Rorke, the pub quietly celebrates the influence and achievements of Irish-Americans participating in the American Civil War.

Springhouse Tavern in Gettysburg highlights colonial experienceGettysburg is most strongly associated with the Civil War and the famous battle that permanently affected the history of the town. The proprietors of one of the first homes in Gettysburg, however, put down roots in the Revolutionary War era. The Springhouse Tavern at the Dobbin House is Gettysburg’s primary example of homes from this time—the Dobbin family even chose to build the house over a spring, allowing for a continuous supply of fresh water, even in the event of an attack from local tribe