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Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

54 Reviews 4.38 out of 5 stars Based on 54 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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Overview

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Bring history to life with this self-guided driving tour of the Vicksburg Battlefield, where Union and Confederate forces fought for control of the Mississippi River. Explore the battlefield and its powerful memorials as you hear about General Grant’s march on Vicksburg, the Confederate resistance, and the bloody Siege of Vicksburg itself. Revisit tales of bravery, strategy, and grit with dramatic blow-by-blow accounts of the struggle and its nation-altering aftermath.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

What's Included

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

3201 Clay Street
Vicksburg, MS 39183, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

165 Rodenbaugh Drive
Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA

The tour will end near Parkside Gutters and Siding, Inc..

What To Expect

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Vicksburg National Military Park

Begin your journey through one of the Civil War’s most important battlefields. Discover why both Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis viewed control of Vicksburg and the Mississippi River as crucial to the war.This purchase is for an independent GPS audio driving tour of Vicksburg Battlefield. Park admission is not included and must be purchased separately. The tour covers 15+ miles, features 35+ GPS-triggered narrated stories with route guidance, works offline once downloaded, includes lifetime access, and takes approximately 1–2 hours to complete.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Memorial Arch

Pass beneath the Memorial Arch, built following a 1917 veterans reunion. Former Union and Confederate soldiers gathered here decades after the battle, this time sitting together in peace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Minnesota Memorial

See the Minnesota Memorial and its statue of Peace, holding a sword and shield that symbolize weapons laid down after the war. The monument honors Minnesota soldiers who fought at Vicksburg.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Michigan Memorial

Admire the towering Michigan Memorial and the statue known as “The Spirit of Michigan.” The monument stands near the area where Captain Samuel DeGolyer was mortally wounded during the fighting.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Illinois Memorial

Visit the grand Illinois Memorial, designed by Civil War veteran W. L. B. Jenney. Inside are the names of Illinois soldiers who fought at Vicksburg, creating a lasting tribute to those who served.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Shirley House

Discover the historic Shirley House, once home to Judge James Shirley and his family. Surrounded by fighting during the siege, it survives today as the park’s only remaining wartime structure.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Logan's Approach

See where Union engineers dug a trench toward Confederate defenses and packed a mine with 2,200 pounds of gunpowder. The explosion created a huge crater, followed by fierce hand-to-hand fighting.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Third Louisiana Redan

Learn about the Confederate fort targeted by Union tunneling during the siege. On June 25, Union soldiers detonated barrels of gunpowder beneath the position, triggering an intense struggle that lasted 26 hours.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wisconsin Memorial

Look up at the Wisconsin Memorial and spot “Old Abe,” the famous war eagle of the 8th Wisconsin Infantry. The area also recalls soldiers from diverse backgrounds who fought for the Union at Vicksburg.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

West Virginia Monument

See the West Virginia Monument honoring Major Azra Goodspeed. Though born in Ohio, Goodspeed served under the West Virginia flag and was killed during the fighting.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Stockade Redan

Visit the site of the Stockade Redan, a formidable Confederate position protecting Graveyard Road. Cannons and wooden defensive barriers made this one of the key obstacles facing Union forces.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fort Hill

Take in the commanding position of Fort Hill, where Confederate artillery overlooked the Mississippi River. From these defenses, Confederate gunners successfully struck and sank the USS Cincinnati.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vicksburg National Cemetery

This is the Vicksburg National Cemetery, the final resting place for 17,000 Union soldiers. For many, it’s their second burial ground. How come? During the war when a soldier was killed, their comrades dug a grave close to the action. There wasn’t time to do anything else! A simple wooden cross with their name carved on it sufficed as a grave marker. Hundreds of markers like that dotted the landscape. When the war ended, the US government tried their best to locate all these markers and made every effort to give these men a proper burial.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

U.S. Navy Monument

Learn about the vital role the U.S. Navy played in the Vicksburg Campaign. Union gunboats transported troops, passed Confederate defenses and helped Grant’s forces cross the Mississippi River.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

U.S.S. Cairo Museum

Discover the story of Union gunboats at the USS Cairo Gunboat Museum. The naval campaign around Vicksburg was essential to moving troops and supporting Grant’s operations along the Mississippi.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vicksburg National Cemetery

Visit the final resting place of approximately 17,000 Union soldiers. Many were reinterred here after originally being buried in temporary battlefield graves during the war.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Missouri State Memorial

See the Missouri Memorial, representing both sides of the Civil War. Missouri was a divided state, with thousands serving both the Union and Confederacy as neighbors found themselves fighting on opposing sides.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Louisiana Memorial

Standing at one of the park’s highest points, the Louisiana Memorial rises above the former site of the Great Redoubt. Its eternal flame symbolizes the memory of soldiers who died during the battle.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mississippi Monument

View the Mississippi Monument and the symbolic female figure at its base. Like similar figures found across the battlefield, she represents themes of protection, peace and reconciliation.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Railroad Redoubt

See the site of the Railroad Redoubt, a Confederate fort fiercely contested during the May 22 assault. Union soldiers briefly entered the position before a Confederate counterattack forced them back.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Fort Garrott

Discover the site of Fort Garrott, named for Confederate Colonel Isham W. Garrott. Union sharpshooters targeted the position during the siege, and Garrott himself was killed here by a sniper.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Kentucky Monument

See the Kentucky Monument featuring Abraham Lincoln and Confederate President Jefferson Davis. Both men were born in Kentucky, and the memorial recognizes the state’s connection to the two opposing leaders.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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54 reviews

Average 4.38 out of 5 stars based on 53 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vicksburg Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Illinois Memorial is closed for restoration (closed since September 16, 2025). Tour stops in this tour (Shirley House & Logan’s Approach): A short section of the Tour Road closes March 2, 2026, and is expected to remain closed until approximately September 2026. Good news: Visitors can still continue north on Union Avenue and drive the remainder of the Tour Road.
  • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
  • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
  • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
  • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
  • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
  • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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