The 10 Most Popular Gettysburg Ghost Tours

1.Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 913 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $32Our pick

Walk central Gettysburg with a guide such as Amber, Richard, Linda, or Jim, stopping outside homes, cemeteries, and former wartime sites linked to ghost stories. Expect about one hour, English narration, historical context, and paranormal tales, but no interior access to the buildings.

“It's a hour and half walk. If you are interested about the history of Gettysburg not just ghosts this is the tour.”

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2.Echoes of War All Ages Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 658 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $29Top rated

Walk Gettysburg’s historic center with a costumed guide such as Major Finn, Allie, or Ted, hearing Civil War stories and ghost tales at eight stops. The 90-minute tour suits families and older children, covers about 1.5 hours on foot, and ends near Farnsworth House Inn.

“Full 1.5 hours of walking, but our guide didn’t leave anyone behind. I had my 11, 14 & 17 year old with and not too ghostly for the youngest.”

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3.Ghost Hunt Tour with Ghost Hunting Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 589 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $28

This 90-minute Gettysburg tour begins with Civil War stories and local hauntings, then gives you ghost-hunting equipment to use at dark investigation sites. Guides including Lindsay, Tommy, Marc, Kendra, and Cheyenne lead the walk. Expect uneven pavement, some uphill walking, cool evenings, and no children under 12.

“Marc was fantastic! He was hilarious and super informative. He took his time explaining all the significant locations we stopped at and kept things entertaining the whole way through. We got to use several different ghost-hunting tools, which was really cool. Even though we didn’t have any paranormal encounters, we still had an enjoyable experience ghost hunting. -TMNTs”

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4.Civil War Ghosts: Echoes of the Fallen Gettysburg Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 480 reviews · 1 hour · from $24

Walk historic Gettysburg with a lantern-carrying guide from US Ghost Adventures. Hear Civil War stories and ghost accounts at the Farnsworth House, Witness Tree, Orphanage, and Jennie Wade’s home. The one-hour tour costs $24, runs rain or shine, and stays outdoors, with a 1.5-hour option available.

“Fantastic. Very entertaining and I continued to learn new things about Gettysburg!”

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5.Ghost Tour: History and Haunts – Family Friendly – Best in Gettysburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 378 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Walk Gettysburg after dark with guides such as Ken, Kendra, and Dillon, hearing Civil War stories, local folklore, and reported paranormal activity. The 75-minute route begins and ends at Unity Park, stays family-friendly, and uses historic buildings, photographs, and storytelling rather than a fright-house approach.

“My grandchildren, 10 and 11 and I really enjoyed the tour. We thought Dylan was very interesting. Though it was not a "creepy" ghost tour, it gave them some chills and some good history about children during that time period.”

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6.Spirits of Jennie Wade Ghost Night Tour in Gettysburg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 310 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $18Best value

Enter the Jennie Wade House through the doorway where a Civil War bullet killed Jennie on July 3, 1863. Guides such as Rachel, Rick, Anna, and George blend Gettysburg history with ghost stories, then lead you on a 45-minute walk near East Cemetery Hill. Expect stairs, small rooms, light walking, and a creepy cellar.

“Rachel was great! She was very knowledgeable about the history of Gettysburg, and the battle. Highly recommend this tour.”

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7.Ghost Hunt Tour with Ghost Hunting Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 308 reviews · 1h 30m · from $28

Meet Tommy, Kendra, Marc, Lindsay, or another English-speaking guide at the drummer boy statue. Walk through Gettysburg’s Old Town, hear Civil War-era stories, then use EMF readers, REM pods, and dowsing rods at a known paranormal site. The tour lasts 90 minutes, runs rain or shine, and stays outdoors.

“This tour was beyond fantastic! It took place at sunset, which is when Lee told the confederates to take the hill. Kendra was enthusiastic and taught us all about what happened in our location. We got to see and learn about a few houses that were still standing, and what happened to individuals that died there. We then went up the hill in the dark, equipped with divining rods and EMF readers. I spoke with my recently passed husband, and then he stepped aside to let me speak with a Confederate soldier! I learned he suffered and died from his wounds. He was drafted, under 25 years old, and was…”

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8.Spirits Speak Orphanage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 271 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $20

Spend 90 minutes at Gettysburg’s National Soldiers Orphanage with a character guide such as Chris, Miss Rosa, or Mike the undertaker. You’ll hear Civil War history, stories of the children, and accounts of paranormal activity before entering the dark cellar. The $20 tour is capped at 10 people and suits history fans who enjoy theatrical storytelling.

“Our tour guide Chris (Kris? Sorry, unsure of spelling!) did an absolutely amazing job keeping our group invested - whether you're a history junkie or a ghost nut, the paranormal aspect is mixed in with the tragic history of the orphanage during the war; and Chris's acting, story-telling, and portrayal of events was phenomenal - you can immediately tell she is passionate about what she does! The stories of the adults and children of the orphanage, what "Miss Rosa" put those poor kids through, the things those kids had seen... It's gut-wrenching. Even if you don't believe in the paranormal, this tour is absolutely worth it (along with the History…”

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9.The Historic Welty House Ghost Hunt with Equipment

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43

Meet at 9:00 pm on Baltimore Street for a guided investigation of Gettysburg’s Welty House. You’ll hear unsettling local stories, enter the house cellar, and use supplied paranormal equipment to seek spirit responses. Guides including Andrew and Matthew lead the small-group experience, which ends back at the meeting point.

“Andrew, our guide, was amazing! He knew his stuff, and the resident spirits, very well which made for an interesting experience.”

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10.Devil’s Hour Paranormal Investigation Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 89 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Meet at 571 Steinwehr Ave, then follow your guide in your own car to three haunted Gettysburg locations. Over three hours, you’ll use spirit boxes, EMF meters, and other tools while learning Civil War stories and local legends. Guides including Cheyenne, Clinton, Carey, and Malcom lead the investigation in English. This spooky tour is for ages 18 and up.

“Our tour guild Clinton was extremely knowledgeable about the two bridges we toured and also about other places he’s been. Answered all of my wife’s and mine questions. It was our first tour like this and would highly recommend if your in to paranormal investigations. Clinton had all the devices and all worked great.”

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