Antietam National Battlefield self-guided driving audio tour
Do this because
- Embark on an adventure that brings the Battle of Antietam to life
- Discover more about the first major battle of the American Civil War to be fought on Northern soil
- Feel the poignancy of the sacrifices made on the single bloodiest day in American history during the Civil War
What to expect
Welcome to your very own personalized driving tour of Antietam National Battlefield in Sharpsburg, Maryland! Learn more about the American Civil War and one of its most important historical locations. This self-guided audio tour allows you to explore the Antietam Battlefield with maximum flexibility and value.
Begin your tour at Antietam National Battlefield Visitor Center. Simply follow the set route on the app and be sure to download the Action Tour Guide app beforehand (check your email for the link) so that you can start walking as soon as you arrive and drive through the famous Mumma Farm and Cemetery.
Get to know the famous Piper Farm and its bloody skirmishes. Explore the Hawkins’ Zouaves Monument, a place that honors the men of the 9th New York. This unit nearly succeeded in breaking the final Confederate line. As your tour wraps up, you'll end with the strange delectables of Antietam National Cemetery.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
- Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
- After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do not wait until you are onsite
- Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
- This tour has been developed by local guides, curated by creative writers, and narrated by professional voice artists
- The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
- Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
- This tour is valid for an entire year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
- This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket
What’s included
Self-guided tour via Action Tour Guide app
Live GPS map on your phone
Audio narration
Written text explanations
Suggested stops
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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