Here are 2 photo spots in Gettysburg for you.

About the location

The Gettysburg National Military Park, featuring memorials like the Gettysburg Address Memorial, provides striking subjects, while the surrounding countryside offers beautiful vistas, particularly at sunrise or sunset. The town’s charming historic buildings and eerie ghost tours at night add a unique atmosphere, making it an inspiring destination for photographers.

Best timing

Gettysburg National Civil War Battle Reenactment (typically held in July): This large-scale reenactment of the Battle of Gettysburg is an incredible event for capturing dramatic images of Civil War soldiers, cannons, and horses in action.

Gettysburg Remembrance Day (November): This event commemorates the anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, with wreath-laying ceremonies, parades, and special events at the Gettysburg National Cemetery.

Ghost Tours and Paranormal Events (year-round): As one of the most haunted locations in the U.S., Gettysburg offers ghost tours and paranormal investigations, providing a spooky and atmospheric photography opportunity.

Traveling

By Car:
From Washington D.C.: 1.5–2 hours (85 miles)
From Baltimore: 1.5–2 hours (60 miles)
From Philadelphia: 2.5–3 hours (120 miles)
From New York City: 4–5 hours (190 miles)

By Train:
Nearest Amtrak station: Harrisburg (30 miles away)

By Bus:
Greyhound or Megabus to nearby towns (Harrisburg or York), then car or bus to Gettysburg

By Plane:
Closest major airport: Harrisburg International (45 minutes by car)
Other options: Baltimore/Washington (BWI) or Philadelphia International (PHL)

Local Transportation:
Taxis, ride-sharing (Uber, Lyft), or shuttle services in the area

Other languages

Here is how Gettysburg is called in other languages:
CS Gettysburg DE Gettysburg EL Gettysburg ES Gettysburg FI Gettysburg FR Gettysburg HI गेट्टीसबर्ग HR Gettysburg IS Gettysburg IT Gettysburg JA ゲティスバーグ NL Gettysburg NO Gettysburg PL Gettysburg PT Gettysburg RU Геттисберг SV Gettysburg TR Gettysburg ZH 葛底斯堡