It’s been said that Gettysburg is the most famous small town in America, but to us its home. As residents, we are fortunate because it’s such a great place to live but also there is so much to do and explore! But, if you’re joining us for a weekend and looking for what we call “the essential Gettysburg experience,” we’ve put together a handy sample itinerary for you to have as your guide.

• 3:00 pmCheck-in at the Gaslight Inn
• 3:30 pmHead over to the Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center to see a 20-minute film, the Cyclorama Presentation, and visit the Artifact Museum (approximately 3 hours)
• 6:30 pmReturn to the Inn for a glass of wine or homemade iced tea and a freshly baked cookie
• 7:45 pmEnjoy a delicious dinner at the Dobbin House
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• 8:30 amStart your day with a three course breakfast at the Inn
• 9:30 am Take 3-hour tour with a Gettysburg Licensed Battlefield Guide
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• 1:00 pmTake a break with lunch at One Lincoln on Lincoln Square
• 3:00 pmVisit and tour either the David Wills House, The Shriver House or Eisenhower Farm
• 5:00 pmCome back to the Inn and relax with a cup of tea and a fresh baked treat
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• 6:00 pmEnjoy dinner at Café Saint Amand, The Cashtown Inn, The Blue Parrot Bistro, or Sidney’s at Willoughby Run
• 7:30 pmTake one of our famous Ghost Tour's with either Miss Betty or the Ghosts of Gettysburg
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• 8:30 amStart your day with a three course breakfast at the Inn
• 10:30 amCheckout of the Inn
• 11:00 amTake a quiet drive through the Battlefield before leaving Gettysburg
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