Numerous guided tours of the city and its attractions help bring the past to life and set the context for the present and future. Take advantage of our licensed park guides, who look forward to sharing the rich history of Vicksburg with you.
PERSONAL GUIDED TOURS
Licensed National Military Park Guides have made history come alive since the 1950's.They offer visitors the unique opportunity to explore the battlefield and city with a professional, who has excellent knowledge of civilian life, siege and defense of Vicksburg in the spring and summer of 1863.Tours are 2 hours in length and are easily arranged for individuals, families, and groups of all sizes. Guides must ride in the visitor's vehicle since they are not permitted to provide transportation. Reservations are suggested and preferred: rates are $35 for 1-6 persons; $50 for 7-15 persons; $70 for more than 16 persons.
DISCOVER VICKSBURG TOURS
Blue Scenic Tour
I-20 - Exit 4-B West Clay Street
Blue shield shaped signs lead the way from the Vicksburg National Military Park to African American History, 1830 - 1870 Period Homes, Churches, The Old Court House Museum, Restaurants, Southern Culture, Unique Shops, Mural History at the City Waterfront, Casinos and ending with a view of the present day Mississippi River.
Red Scenic Tour
I-20 - Exit 1-A Washington Street
Marked by Red Shield Shaped Signs, this historic driving tour begins with a view of the mighty Mississippi River at the Mississippi State Welcome Center. Travel North on Washington Street to begin an unforgettable tour of "Historic Vicksburg". Turn Right on the Frontage Road then left on Confederate Avenue, a section of the Confederate defense lines around our city in1863. Left on Mulvihill and right on Drummond leads you to early 1900 period homes. From this point you will pass by churches, a unique shopping area complete with street lights, restaurants, museums and historic homes and ending your tour at the Vicksburg National Military Park.
Mississippi River Tours
1108 Washington Street
601-883-1083, 866-807-2628
MC, Visa
Times and tours vary. Year Round. Enjoy an entertaining narrated history tour of the Mississippi River, Vicksburg and the surrounding areas while cruising aboard the "Sweet Olive." Daily and sunset cruises offered. May accommodate schools and tour buses.
www.msrivertours.com
info@msrivertours.com
HISTORIC GARDEN DISTRICT TOURS
Walking tours of the Garden District begin at Annabelle, 501 Speed Street each Saturday at 1:30pm.
Learn the history of the Garden District homes, both past and present.
Reservations required - Phone 601-638-2000
$10 per person
VICKSBURG HISTORICAL GHOST TOURS
3201 North Frontage Road
601-636-0611
Adults $6, Children $4
8 pm or 8:30 pm Spring and Fall, Call for schedule
A history lesson on Vicksburg and stories of the spirits of Vicksburg's past and present.
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VICKSBURG LIMOUSINE SERVICE
601-661-9747
For scenic tours, our limousine tours features 2 to 3 hours tours of historic Vicksburg. A minimum of 4 persons is required, maximum of 8 @ $45 per person. Private limousine service is available for $85 per hour with a two hour minimum.
www.vicksburgtours.info
info@visitvicksburg.info
