Location & Directions

Historic downtown street in Gettysburg

Historic downtown Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a useful starting point for an antiquing trip. The town Square anchors a walkable district along Pennsylvania's Route 30 — the road long known as the state's "Antique Route." Nearby battlefield sites and antiquing towns can be combined with time downtown.

Getting Here

Gettysburg is well connected to the surrounding region. Downtown is roughly eight miles from New Oxford to the east, about 28 miles from both Chambersburg to the west and Carlisle to the north, and only 15 miles from the Maryland border — putting Hagerstown, Frederick, and Westminster within easy reach. Washington, D.C. and Baltimore are each about an hour away by car, making Gettysburg a possible day trip for collectors across the Mid-Atlantic.

Parking & Walkability

A municipal parking garage near the town Square provides a starting point for exploring downtown on foot. A walking route can combine historic sites, restaurants, and antiques shops.

While You Are in Town

Gettysburg rewards a full day. Pair an antiquing outing with time at the Gettysburg National Military Park and the town's many historic landmarks. For trip-planning resources, lodging, and event calendars, Destination Gettysburg is a helpful guide.

A Stop on Pennsylvania's Antique Route

Route 30 connects Gettysburg with a wider antique corridor. New Oxford, just to the east, is a renowned antiques town in its own right, and a day spent traveling the route can easily take in several stops. Plan time for browsing downtown as well as the journey between towns.

Check Current Details

Check current travel conditions, parking arrangements, and each shop's hours directly before making a trip.