Area Attractions

Vicksburg National Military Park

.3201 Clay St, Vicksburg, MS 39183. |
Distance 3.7 miles +1 (601) 636-0583

Things to do:

Battlefield tours with a licensed guide

Self-guided driving tours

Learn more about the siege from a Park Ranger

Witness Live demonstrations of the Battlefield under the Living History Program

Walking

Hiking

Biking

Best suited for:

Kids

Teens

Young Adults

Adults

History Enthusiasts

U.S.S. Cairo Museum

.3201 Clay St, Vicksburg, MS 39183. |
Distance 3.7 miles +1 (601) 636-2199

Must-visits:

Reconstructed USS Cairo Ship

Articles recovered from the boat

Museum that displays weapons from the 19th Century

Best suited for:

All age-groups

History enthusiasts

McRaven House

.1445 Harrison St, Vicksburg, MS 39180. |
Distance 2.7 miles (601) 501-1336

Things to do:

Mc Raven Home Tour

Historic Tours

Haunter Tours

Best suited for:

All age-groups

Old Court House Museum

.1008 Cherry St, Vicksburg, MS 39183. |
Distance 2.9 miles +1 (601) 636-0741

Must-visits:

Museum

Flea Market

McCardle Library

Best suited for:

All age-groups

History enthusiasts

Lower Mississippi River Museum

.910 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS 39183. |
Distance 3.1 miles +1 (601) 638-9900

Must-visit:

Museum

Orientation theatre

1927 Flood Wall and Tent

Aquarium

Mississippi River Flood Model

Interactive displays

Educational displays

Best suited for:

All age-groups

History enthusiasts

The Old Depot Museum

.1010 Levee St, Vicksburg, MS 39183. |
Distance 3.2 miles +1 (601) 638-6500

Things to do:

Learn about trains, automobiles and boats

Visit a variety of informative exhibits

Watch the “Vanishing Glory” film presentation

Explore Boat Models

View miniatures of architectural marvels

Best suited for:

All age-groups

Note: This facility is accessible to visitors using wheelchairs as well.