Every First Shot tour starts on or near Lincoln Square and threads the Gettysburg Historic District on foot — the difference is the length, the crowd, and what's on the plate. All routes are led by a certified Adams County history interpreter and capped at twelve guests.
Adult pricing shown below; child tickets (ages 5–12) are available on all family-friendly routes. Choose a tour and carry it straight into the booking calendar.
Our original route: Lincoln Square to the Historic District, tracing the town's three days under occupation with four full tastings along the way. The best all-round introduction to the town and its food.
4 stops · about 1.5 miles
Book this tourAn after-dark walk through the taverns that billeted soldiers on both sides, with three tastings including a local cider flight. Lantern-lit stories along Baltimore Street and Steinwehr Avenue.
3 stops · adults only
Book this tourA shorter, kid-friendly loop built around Gettysburg's bakeries and creamery — lighter history, heavier on dessert. Strollers welcome and the pace is gentle.
3 stops · about 0.9 miles
Book this tourOur longest walk adds a stop featuring produce from nearby Adams County orchards and farm stands alongside the full downtown history route. Best in apple season, September through November.
5 stops · about 1.8 miles
Book this tourNo hidden add-ons required to enjoy the tour — the optional extras at checkout are genuine upgrades, not gatekeeping.
Add any of these when you book — they're priced per booking and update your total live in the calendar.
Bonus stories and stop-by-stop narration you keep on your phone after the tour ends, so you can revisit the route on your own time.
One additional stop, chef's choice, from a partner eatery along the route. A favorite on the Founders and Farm-to-Table walks.
Just your party on the walk, with a flexible departure time. Ideal for birthdays, reunions, and corporate outings in Gettysburg.
Your tour choice carries over to the calendar automatically — just pick a day and time.