Immerse yourself in the historic Seminary Ridge Trail with this self-guided walking tour. Experience the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg and learn from the perspectives of generals, soldiers, and civilians.
Immerse yourself in the historic Seminary Ridge Trail with this self-guided walking tour. Experience the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg and learn from the perspectives of generals, soldiers, and civilians.
- Lutheran Theological Seminary - You are currently on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Seminary. Before it became a pivotal site during some of Gettysburg’s fiercest battles, it served a more tranquil role as the oldest Lutheran seminary in the United States. Established by Samuel Simon Schmucker in 1826, it predates renowned institutions…
- Lutheran Theological Seminary - You are currently on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Seminary. Before it became a pivotal site during some of Gettysburg’s fiercest battles, it served a more tranquil role as the oldest Lutheran seminary in the United States. Established by Samuel Simon Schmucker in 1826, it predates renowned institutions like NYU and Cornell!
Note: The tour, spanning over 1 mile, highlights the key aspects of Seminary Ridge in just 30 minutes.
Purchase once and enjoy access for a full year! Perfect for multiple visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- Samuel Simon Schmucker Artillery House - Notice the large brick house on the corner to your right, with its gray roof and white trim? This is the residence of Samuel Simon Schmucker, the founder of the seminary here in Gettysburg.
- Valentine Hall - As you walk past Valentine Hall, it stands as a vivid reminder that the Battle of Gettysburg did not mark the end of the seminary. Why? Because this hall was constructed 25 years after the battle!
- Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center - Today, this remarkable brick building houses the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center, offering Civil War exhibits, captivating wartime stories, and access to the cupola at the top.
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive…
- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Welcome to the self-guided walking tour of Seminary Ridge Trail, the site of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg! Union and Confederate forces fiercely contested this crucial ridge and its temporary hospital. This walking tour takes you back to July 1863, allowing you to experience the battlefield through the perspectives of the commanding…
Welcome to the self-guided walking tour of Seminary Ridge Trail, the site of the first day of the Battle of Gettysburg! Union and Confederate forces fiercely contested this crucial ridge and its temporary hospital. This walking tour takes you back to July 1863, allowing you to experience the battlefield through the perspectives of the commanding generals, the soldiers fighting for survival, and the civilians caught in the turmoil.
After booking, please check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action. Enter your unique password to access your tour. These steps require a stable internet/Wi-Fi connection. Follow the audio instructions and the designated route from there.
Purchase once and enjoy access for a full year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
