Gettysburg travel guide
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You're Going to Love Gettysburg
With a population of 7,620, Gettysburg is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gettysburg to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Gettysburg
Where to Eat in Gettysburg
If you’re looking for affordable options, Sidney at Willoughby Run (730 Chambersburg Rd.) and The Inn at Herr Ridge (900 Chambersburg Rd.) are great picks.
When to visit Gettysburg
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gettysburg in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Gettysburg, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.
How to Get to Gettysburg
Plane
Although Gettysburg doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 28 miles from Gettysburg. The shortest domestic flight to Gettysburg departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 26h 56m.
Car
Another option to get to Gettysburg is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 182 miles from Gettysburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Gettysburg
Where to stay in Gettysburg
Average rates range from around $166 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $355 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Gettysburg
Most booked hotels in Gettysburg
Renting a car in Gettysburg
Renting a car in Gettysburg costs $62 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Gettysburg.
Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Gettysburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.
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