Vicksburg

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With its accessible location along a bend of the Mississippi River, this town has important Civil War history and modern casinos, shopping, arts and dining.

Vicksburg stands on a bluff overlooking the Mississippi and Yazoo rivers. The area surrounding the town was the setting for a major event in the American Civil War in 1863. Union soldiers held the Confederacy under siege for 47 days. The eventual defeat was a turning point leading to the ultimate Union victory. Explore the Vicksburg National Military Park at the site of the battle. The national cemetery holds the remains of 17,000 Union soldiers.

One of the highlights of the park is the restoration of an ironclad warship that patrolled the waters of the Mississippi River. Learn about life on these boats and the importance of the river to both sides of the war effort at the USS Cairo Museum. Drive along the 16-mile (26-kilometer) tour through the park, listen to cell phone descriptions of sites and stop to view some of the 1,340 monuments.

In the Old Depot Museum, visit the Vicksburg Battlefield in miniature and see more than 200 model ships. The city has another historic site that has had a global impact. Visit the Biedenharn Coca-Cola MuseumOpens in a new window where the popular soft drink was first bottled in 1894. Learn about the origins and evolution of the drink and its unique, highly recognizable bottle.

Watch an original American melodrama, Gold in the Hills, at the Vicksburg Theatre Guild’s Parkside Playhouse. The play has been performed every year since 1936. Other theater performances are offered throughout the year. More live performances and art films are offered at the Strand Theatre.

Try gambling at one of the town’s four casinos. Enjoy Cajun, Creole and Southern soul food at area restaurants. Spend the day shopping in downtown Vicksburg or outlet malls and relax with golf or a spa vacation.

Vicksburg is less than a 1-hour drive west of JacksonOpens in a new window, Mississippi, the state capital. For a special treat, travel to the city on a paddlewheel steamboat on the Mississippi River as people did 200 years ago.

Riverwalk Casino Hotel
Riverwalk Casino Hotel
3 out of 5
1046 Warrenton Road, Vicksburg, MS
The price is P6,150 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P6,150
P6,765 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Vicksburg. Enjoy free parking, a casino, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place but the only issue were that the beds n pillows too hard, very uncomfortable to sleep"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Riverwalk Casino Hotel
WaterView Casino & Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
WaterView Casino & Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.5 out of 5
3990 Washington Streeet, I-20, Exit 1A, Vicksburg, MS
The price is P4,599 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
P4,599
P5,059 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Vicksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff. Great location on the water and casino access from rooms."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

WaterView Casino & Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vicksburg
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vicksburg
3 out of 5
4160 S Frontage Rd, Vicksburg, MS
The price is P5,660 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P5,660
P6,226 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Vicksburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
"The employees are very nice!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Vicksburg
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Bright Apartment, Near Vicksburg Military Park!
Bright Apartment, Near Vicksburg Military Park!
3 out of 5
Vicksburg
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Vicksburg. Enjoy free parking, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Shlenker House and Church of the ...
Bright Apartment, Near Vicksburg Military Park!
Stylish Vicksburg Apt w/ Porch - 2 Mi to Casino!
Stylish Vicksburg Apt w/ Porch - 2 Mi to Casino!
3 out of 5
Vicksburg
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Vicksburg. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Shlenker House and Church of the Holy Trinity are located ...
Stylish Vicksburg Apt w/ Porch - 2 Mi to Casino!
Cozy Vicksburg Home w/ Patio ~ 1 Mi to Riverfront!
Cozy Vicksburg Home w/ Patio ~ 1 Mi to Riverfront!
3 out of 5
Vicksburg
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Vicksburg. Enjoy free parking, patios, and housekeeping. Popular attractions McRaven Home and Martha Vick House are located ...
Cozy Vicksburg Home w/ Patio ~ 1 Mi to Riverfront!
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