Attractions near Gettysburg PA

Located an hour away, Hagerstown has many different fun and historic landmarks to visit. Just like Gettysburg, Hagerstown is full of history that is just waiting to be discovered. There are many theaters, recreation centers, and geological discoveries, such as the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center, Abrakadoodle Remarkable Art, and the Crystal Grottoes Caverns. Explore many of the wonderful battlefield sites we have to offer, including the Battle of Falling Waters 1863 Foundation, Gathland State Park Museum, and the Antietam National Battlefield.

The Antietam National Battlefield was the bloodiest one day battle in American history where 23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into the North and led to Abraham Lincoln's issuance of the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation. Antietam National Battlefield is one of the most pristine Civil War battlefields in the country.

Afterwards, revel in some shopping and dining leisure. Hagerstown has some fantastic antique shops along National Pike, including Antique Crossroads and Beaver Creek Antique Market. Find some unique and refurnished collectibles and household items. Enjoy some awesome eats at Benny’s Pub, Barefoot Bernie’s, and BuddyLou’s Eats, Drinks & Antiques. There are even more exciting places to shop and dine so check out all of the wonderful places to visit.