Admission to: USS Midway Museum
Admission to select exhibitions/galleries: Over 60 exhibitions
Audio guide
Children aged 0-3 can enter free of charge
Audio commentary is available in English / Spanish / Japanese / German / French / Mandarin
This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Explore the USS Midway Museum, the longest-serving aircraft carrier in American history, located in downtown San Diego.
Discover the rich naval heritage and immerse yourself in the captivating history of the United States Navy. This floating museum showcases a vast aircraft collection and welcomes over a million visitors annually.
Experience the thrill of aviation as you step aboard the USS Midway, now home to a renowned school for top gun fighters. Gain insight into the rigorous training and requirements to become a fighter pilot in the US military. As you embark on the audio tour, former Midway sailors will serve as your narrators, guiding you through more than 60 captivating locations within the museum. From the engine room and galley to the post office and officers' quarters, you'll get an authentic glimpse into life on the carrier.
Immerse yourself further with climb-aboard cockpits for aircraft and exhilarating flight simulators. Prepare for an unforgettable day of excitement and discovery aboard the legendary USS Midway. Don't miss the opportunity to explore this iconic piece of history.
By bus: (From San Deigo Area) Take No. 923 or 992, and get off at Broadway & Pacific Hwy station or N Harbor Dr & Broadway (5 min walk to USS Midway Museum)
By train: (From San Diego Area) Take Green Line or UC San Diego Blue line, and get off at Santa Fe Depot station (5 min walk to USS Midway Museum)
By car: (From Los Angeles Area) Take I-5 (southbound) and Exit 17, then take W Ash St and N Harbor Dr to Navy Pier
It is recommended to drive from Los Angeles to San Diego