Vicksburg, Mississippi

INCLUDED WITH YOUR VOYAGE

Vicksburg, Mississippi HOP-ON HOP-OFF TOUR

Remember! Your vacation, your choices. Visit as many or few of the included attractions in Vicksburg listed below at no cost. Discover the town’s critical role in the Civil War, or grab a taste of classic American treat!

CHURCH OF THE HOLY TRINITY

This incredible church spans over 125 feet long, 52 feet wide and reaches 61 feet high to the apex of the ceiling, which was built of southern white pine to emulate Noah’s ark. The church was constructed in Romanesque Revival style and finished in red brick.

OLD COURT HOUSE MUSEUM

The museum is filled with countless artifacts, including confederate flags, portraits, the trophy antlers won by steamboat Robert E. Lee in an 1870 race, an original teddy bear given by Theodore Roosevelt and many more!

ANCHUCA MANSION

Built in 1830 by politician J.W. Mauldin, Anchuca is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Tour the home and discover its rich history, including how it was used as a hospital during the war. It was from this home’s balcony that Confederate President Jefferson Davis delivered his final public address to the people of Vicksburg.

BIEDENHARN COCA-COLATM MUSEUM

This building is where Coca-ColaTM was bottled for the first time anywhere in the world in 1894. At the Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum, enjoy the wide variety of Coca-Cola memorabilia in an authentic candy store and soda fountain setting.

LOWER MISSISSIPPI RIVER MUSEUM

This museum provides a unique and interactive way to learn about the history, people, and events that have been a part of the Mighty Mississippi. Explore the many exhibits, learn what the 1927 flood was like for the community, see some of the river’s fish up close in the 1,515-gallon aquarium and much more!

OLD DEPOT MUSEUM

The museum features a 250-square foot diorama of the Siege of Vicksburg, giving guests a bird’s-eye view of the layout of the battlefield as it looked in 1863. It also houses 250 scale models of ships and boats, model railroads with railroading artifacts and 150 model cars that show the evolution of motor travel.

VICKSBURG CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

This museum offers a one of a kind collection of Civil War ear artifacts collected by Mr. Charles Pendelton. This museum takes a unique approach to telling the story of the Civil War, covering the period from 1860, before the war started, to 1870, during the period of reconstruction. The museum also centers around the experiences of slaves and free blacks during the period. 22

Vicksburg Premium Experience A ROUND OF GOLF AT THE VICKSBURG COUNTRY CLUB

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ARRIVE AT THE VICKSBURG COUNTRY CLUB

Not far from Vicksburg National Military Park, the Vicksburg Country Club offers terrific views and challenging play for golfers at every skill level. As we enter the Vicksburg Country Club, we will see the rolling hills that lay before us.

TIME TO GEAR UP!

Get ready for a relaxing morning of golf on the beautiful grounds of Vicksburg Country Club.

ROUND OF GOLF

Established in 1929, the Vicksburg Country Club features 6,059 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par 70.

IMPORTANT NOTE

All carts, clubs and green fees are included.

HALF-DAY $99

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. RESERVE TODAY!

Vicksburg Premium Experience ON THE FRONT LINES OF THE CIVIL WAR

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EXCLUSIVE VIEWING OF “HERE BROTHERS FOUGHT”

Join us for a private viewing of the National Park Service movie “Here Brothers Fought,” an inspirational tribute video that will set the stage for your excursion to the battlefield.

VICKSBURG CITY TOUR

After the presentation, board the motorcoach and set off on a guided adventure through the city as we make our way to the Vicksburg National Battlefield.

BATTLEFIELD TOUR WITH CERTIFIED PARK SERVICE GUIDE

Enjoy a driving tour through the fields, where you will travel the front lines of one the most important battlefields in the country. Cross into enemy territory and hear the stories of hardships suffered by soldiers and discover what makes Vicksburg such an important city in American history.

STOPS AT IMPORTANT MONUMENTS & THE USS CAIRO

Stop at some key points throughout Vicksburg, including the Illinois State Monument, which is the largest of the 27 state monuments. Discover this massive ironclad gunboat, which is one of seven in the United States. It was named after the towns along the Upper Mississippi and Ohio Rivers.

THE BATTLEFIELD VISITOR CENTER & GIFT SHOP

Explore the Vicksburg Battlefield Visitor Center, where an informative fiberoptic display depicts the progression of the siege. There will also be time to stop in the gift shop.

HALF-DAY $79

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. RESERVE TODAY!