Gettysburg Historic Downtown Food Tour By Junket
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Come on our Gettysburg Historic Downtown Food Tour presented by Junket! The most delicious food tour in Gettysburg! Gettysburg's history is familiar to everyone who hears of it. From Pickett's Charge to Cemetery Ridge, the Battle of Gettysburg was the high point of the Confederacy, and the town fully embraces its history today. But what about the culinary scene? The area around Gettysburg is rich in agriculture. Dairy farms, breweries, fruit and vegetable farms are booming. Gettysburg's lesser known food scene is worth exploring. Local chefs, influenced by Amish culture and Philly flavors, have created a growing foodie scene in Historic Gettysburg. On this tour, you'll sample local delicacies such as chocolates made from locally sourced ingredients and Pennsylvania Dutch pretzels. Investigate and sample why cheesesteaks are a favorite food among locals. You'll enjoy some of the region's best foods on this tour sure to satisfy food lovers and history buffs alike.
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Step back in time and indulge in nostalgic treats at this charming candy shop, where the scent of homemade fudge and caramel fills the air. With over 1,500 varieties of sweets, you’ll find everything from Civil War-era candies to modern confections. Don’t miss their signature "Battlefield Brittle", a crunchy, nutty delight inspired by Gettysburg’s storied past.
This Civil War-themed eatery serves up history on a plate, with burgers named after Union and Confederate generals. Their award-winning "Chamberlain Burger", topped with smoked bacon and cheddar, is a local favorite. Pair it with a craft beer while debating Gettysburg’s greatest battles beneath walls adorned with historic memorabilia.
A cozy haven for fresh-baked breads and pastries, this bakery captures the essence of Gettysburg’s heritage in every bite. Their flaky croissants and crusty sourdough are perfect for fueling a day of historic exploration. Try the Civil War Soldier’s Biscuit, a modern take on the hardtack that once sustained troops during battle.
Built in 1797, this historic hotel has hosted presidents, generals, and weary travelers alike—along with a few lingering spirits. Dine at One Lincoln, where classic American comfort food meets battlefield history, and don’t skip the Lincoln Pot Roast, slow-braised to perfection. Rumor has it, a spectral guest in 19th-century attire still lingers near the dining room.
This modern bistro brings bold flavors to Gettysburg with a fresh, farm-to-table approach. Their shrimp and grits blend Southern tradition with Pennsylvania flair, and the duck confit fries are a must-try indulgence. It’s the perfect spot to reflect on the town’s history while savoring cutting-edge cuisine.
Decadence meets history at this artisanal chocolate shop, where handcrafted truffles and gourmet hot cocoa warm the soul. Their "Battlefield Bark", made with dark chocolate, caramel, and sea salt, pays homage to the town’s tumultuous past. A bite of their whiskey-infused bonbons might just transport you to the days when soldiers took liquid courage before battle.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- PARKING: PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN BRICKHOUSE INN PARKING. You will be towed. THIS IS RESERVED FOR OVERNIGHT GUESTS. There are plenty of parking spaces on the side streets behind the Inn and on the main street. Thank you.
Reviews(46)
Excellent, our guide Silver presented a thorough review of many restaurants and the places we are were fantastic. I highly recommend this tour as it has me motivated to return to Gettysburg just for the food.
The food was amazing! You get actually portions not just a small piece of something! The walking part was not strenuous! It was a lot of fun! Great history and stories! Silver (tour guide) was so kind and accommodating! She made sure that my dad had a great birthday!
Silver was our tour guide and very informative about the history of the area and had a lot of recommendations of places to eat or visit after the tour. All of the food was very good and you won’t leave the food tour hungry!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the combination of delicious food and fascinating local history. It’s great to know Silver’s knowledge and recommendations added even more value to the tour. And we’re especially glad the food left you happy and full! We hope to see you again for another tasty adventure.
This was a super fun time! Our guide, silver, was super funny and easy to talk to. She was very knowledgeable. The food was absolutely amazing as well?
Hello Krista, thank you for your eerie-some review! We’re so glad you had such a fun time on the tour. Silver will be thrilled to hear you enjoyed her sense of humor, knowledge, and easygoing personality. And we're especially happy the food was a hit—great stories and great bites are a pretty perfect combination!
Very attentive outgoing and friendly guide that included my infant last minute and even helped to bring the stroller around. Definitely made us want to return to new restaurants as we live in PA.
Hello Julien, thank you for your spook-tacular review! We’re so glad your guide helped make the experience comfortable and enjoyable for your whole family, including your little one. It’s wonderful to hear their friendliness and attentiveness stood out, and that the tour introduced you to restaurants you’re excited to revisit. We're delighted you had such a memorable evening.
I learned a lot that I didn't know, not just about Civil-War-time Gettysburg, but its food history as well.
Hello Trevor, thank you for your eerily wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering Gettysburg through both its history and its food. It’s always rewarding to hear guests come away with new insights, not only about the Civil War era but also the unique culinary stories that help shape the town’s character. We're glad you enjoyed sampling the local flavors along the way!
We had a good time. Loved all the different places we went. We had been to Gettysburg many times but never ate at any of the establishments we visited on the tour. Our host, Silver, was very knowledgeable about the food, restaurants, and history of the area. It was as if we got a history tour as well as food tour. We can’t wait to be able to visit again and try some of the places we visited in the tour.
Hello Michelle, thank you for sharing your experience! We love hearing that even after many visits to Gettysburg, the tour introduced you to new local spots to enjoy. Silver will be so happy to know you appreciated the mix of food, restaurant insights, and local history throughout the experience. It’s wonderful that the tour gave you both a food and history adventure. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you visit Gettysburg!
Great food tour in historic Gettysburg. We really enjoyed all the food on the tour and our guide Silver was a great tour guide. Overall we enjoyed the tour.
Hello Robert, thank you for the spook-tacular review! We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring historic Gettysburg through the food tour. It’s great to hear you loved the food stops and had a wonderful experience with Silver as your guide. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another tour soon!
While the guide for our Gettysburg Food tour was nice (Brian I believe), the tour was pretty lame. Only 4 food places were on the tour; one was not open (which should have been known by the company) and the offerings at each place was very weak. Offering a $14 meal for the 2 of us to split (2 different places) and one piece of candy that cost around $2 was lame. I will admit that we offered to split the $14 meals (although I felt like that might be policy anyway) but the candy stop was pitiful. My other frustration was with your essentially non existent cancellation policy. It seems a no refund policy for a 2 hour tour (ours was less than that) which is 6 days away is ridiculous. My husband has back issues which flared up greatly and it is impossible for him to walk for long distances. Instead of the possibility of holding the group up, while he took a break to sit down on his walker, I thought it best to cancel, But since cancelling wasn't really an option, we decided to give it a go. Good thing we were the only ones on the tour so we could go at his pace. It turned out he did great, but we had no way of knowing how it would go. On a positive note, the food we did have was excellent and I would go to those restaurants if I was ever back in Gettysburg. I won't be able to recommend your company for any of its tours.
Hello Sunny, we're sorry to hear about this experience. We definitely understand the frustration with the lack of stops, and our managers are investigating this further. We know a member of our team has been in touch with you via email, and we are taking this feedback seriously. Please reach out to us if you need anything else on our end. Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.
The tour ended up just being my husband and I, and our tour guide Brian. It was such a fun and unique experience, with lots of great food and conversations!
Hello Miranda, thank you so much for sharing! We’re thrilled you and your husband had such a fun and unique experience with Brian. It sounds like the small group made it extra special with great food and conversations. We really appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again for another adventure!
