Historic Downtown Frederick, MD

Historic Downtown Frederick, MD

Group Tours

Back to main Group Tour Page

Group Tour Details

Civil War Tour

Frederick County, Maryland
Four Days and Three Nights

Since 1748, Frederick County has been welcoming travelers to experience the charm and hospitality of our area. There's not a better time to visit than now.

Day One

Strolling through the heart of the old town on your GUIDED CIVIL WAR TOUR provides a rich introduction to the historical significance of the area. As you retrace the steps of the German and English immigrants who settled here you'll discover a town dotted with notable citizens such as Civil War heroine, Barbara Fritchie and Francis Scott Key, author of "The Star-Spangled Banner." With each step you will have a better understanding of those who have gone before you and an appreciation of Frederick's role in the War.

At the NATIONAL MUSEUM OF CIVIL WAR MEDICINE, your group will hear the dramatic stories of the War along with the developments that set medicine on a path toward the modern era. From recruitment, to life in camp, to the road to recovery, your group will hear the personal stories of a soldier's life during the Civil War.

Next, you'll stop at the MONOCACY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD where a park ranger will lead your group on a guided tour of the battlefield that marks the historic encounter between Confederate General Jubal Early and Union General Lew Wallace. Known as the "battle that saved Washington," here the Union Army delayed the Confederate advance on the Capitol, allowing time for reinforcements to arrive.   Enjoy dinner at BREWER'S ALLEY RESTAURANT located in the heart of Frederick's historic district.  Enjoy a delicious meal and if you choose, a tasting of the many variies of beer made on premise.

Day Two

At the HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF FREDERICK COUNTY docents will lead your group on a tour of this 1820's Federal-style mansion that maintains a unique collection of furnishings, art and memorabilia from Frederick's past. Your group will enjoy the lush surroundings of their formal sitting garden.


Enjoy time on your own for lunch in Frederick's historic district. In the afternoon, head west to ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD. 

Day Three

You'll begin day three at the WAR CORRESPONDENTS MEMORIAL ARCH. Located at Crampton's Gap, an important site at the Battle of South Mountain, this monument is the only of its kind to commemorate the work of the journalists of the Civil War.

In the afternoon, head west to explore the charming town of HARPERS FERRY. Enjoy dinner at Old South Mountain Inn.

Day Four


Enjoy your final day of touring by visiting Gettysburg National Park.

Please contact the following for tour prices and schedules

  • National Museum of Civil War Medicine
    (301) 695-1865 http://www.civilwarmed.org/
  • Monocacy National Battlefield - no charge
  • Historical Society of Frederick County
    (301)663-1188 http://www.hsfc.org/
  • Gettysburg National Park
    (717)334-6274
  • War Correspondents Arch - no charge, included in guide fee
  • Harpers Ferry - no charge
    (304) 535-6298
  • Antietam National Battlefield
    (301) 432-5124

Questions?

Contact Tiffany Ahalt, Tourism Marketing Manager, (800) 999-3613 or 301-600-4050 or e-mail: tahalt@fredco-md.net