Shenandoah Valley Battlefield Guides Association
Experience the Shenandoah Valley’s Civil War History.
Battlefield tours with licensed guides
Discover the Valley
Walk the ground. Experience the history.
The Shenandoah Valley Battlefield Guides Association, in partnership with the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields Foundation National Historic District, connects visitors with the remarkable history of the Shenandoah Valley.
Explore historic battlefields, learn the stories of the soldiers and civilians who experienced these events, and discover the landscapes where history unfolded — accompanied by knowledgeable, licensed battlefield guides.
The Shenandoah Valley was the setting for some of the most significant campaigns of the American Civil War. Today, its battlefields preserve an extraordinary connection to that history.
Our guided tours take you beyond historical markers and museum exhibits. Licensed guides bring the landscape to life through the events, personalities, military decisions, and human stories that shaped the war in the Valley and beyond.
Discover the Valley. Walk the ground. Experience the history.
A closer look at history
Guided battlefield tours
Whether you’re a first-time visitor, a Civil War enthusiast, a family exploring the Valley, or a group seeking a unique historical experience, our licensed guides can help you experience the battlefields in a meaningful way.
What you can expect
Licensed battlefield guides
Tours are conducted by licensed guides with knowledge of the Valley’s battlefields and Civil War history.
Personalized experiences
Learn about the history at a pace and level of detail suited to your group.
Historic landscapes
Visit the actual ground where soldiers marched, fought, camped, and made decisions that changed the course of the campaign.
Stories behind the history
Discover the people and personal stories that make the battlefield more than a place on a map.
Your visit starts here
Book a battlefield tour today.
Contact the Shenandoah Valley Battlefield Guides Association to start planning your tour.