By car
By far the best way to see the park is with your own vehicle. Roads wind extensively throughout the battlefields, and include many places to pull off and allow visitors to walk around. Use caution when using these roads, as there may be many people walking or bicycling on these roads. The speed limit throughout the park is 15 MPH. When in your car, you may navigate by map or purchase a CD at several locations throughout Gettysburg that will orientate you to the battlefield.
By bus
Guided tours on buses are available for fees of $22-25 for adults, and $12-15 for children aged 4-11. More information can be found at the tour bus website. There are several different types of bus tours — one's with Licensed Battlefield Guides and one's with headphone narration.
By bike
If you have the time and have an average level of fitness, bikes can be rented reasonably in Gettysburg and can provide an enhanced experience in the park. Cycling the major sites of the July 1-3 campaign can be completed in one day and allow the visitor to experience battle lines and topography in a much more realistic fashion than car or bus.
By horseback
The battlefield features a couple horse trails where you can either bring your own horse or rent one from places around town, including Artillery Ridge Campround and Hickory Hollow Horse Farm.
By Segway
There are two places in town — SegTours, LLC and Segs in the City that lease Segway personal transporters for battlefield and town tours. Some feature a licensed battlefield guide.
By foot
One of the best ways to tour the battlefield is by foot — either running, walking or hiking. There are 26 miles of roadway and several hiking trails, both flat and rugged.
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