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USS Midway Museum Tickets in San Diego

910 North Harbor Drive • San Diego, CA 92101

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Located along the Navy Pier in downtown San Diego, the USS Midway Museum features the longest-serving U.S. Navy aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Explore over 60 exhibits, and open spaces on the Flight and Hangar Decks displaying over 30 restored aircraft and helicopters. USS Midway tickets include a self-guided audio tour available in six languages.

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Enjoy a family-friendly adventure at the museum.
Children 3 and under enter free with tickets available at the booth.
Offers self-guided audio tours in six languages.
Bring your own wired earbuds/headphones to enjoy the audio tour.
Plan to spend about 4 to 5 hours. Same-day re-entry is allowed.
Dress in layers and wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes.
The museum is ADA-accessible and offers complimentary wheelchair use on a first-come, first-served basis.
Parking is available on-site for a fee.

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Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America’s longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a floating city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors who served our country and upheld the American ideals of strength, freedom, and peace.

The USS Midway Museum is an unforgettable adventure for the entire family. Guests can spend the day exploring more than 60 exhibits with a collection of 30 restored aircraft. The self-guided audio tour, narrated by Midway sailors, brings the carrier's history to life. Those who dare can "take to the sky" aboard one of two flight simulators.

USS Midway's self-guided audio tour is available in 6 languages; English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese and Chinese.

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Bring your own wired earbuds/headphones to enjoy the award-winning audio tour.

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USS Midway Museum is located at 910 North Harbor Drive • San Diego, CA 92101

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Frequently Asked Questions about USS Midway Museum

What does my admission to the USS Midway Museum include?

USS Midway Museum tickets include a full day at USS Midway, a self-guided audio tour, and a docent-led ship’s island (command center) tour for guests at least 42" tall.

How long does the self-guided audio tour take?

Allow 4-5 hours for the tour. The audio tour is available in six languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese and Chinese. Bring your own wired earbuds/headphones to enjoy our award-winning audio tour.

Where should I park?

Parking is available on Navy Pier (alongside the Midway Museum). Rates range from $10 to $20 and are subject to change at the discretion of Ace Parking and the Port of San Diego. Rates typically rise for special events and holidays.

What are the USS Midway Museum hours?

The museum is open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day). Subject to change. Arrive at the reserved date and time for your museum visit.

What should I wear?

All guests must wear shirts and shoes, and inappropriate clothing is prohibited. Since exploring the Midway involves a lot of walking and navigating ladders, comfortable, closed-toed shoes and layered clothing (due to varying temperatures around the ship) are recommended.

What items are prohibited and what items are allowed in the museum?

All visitors must undergo a bag check before boarding the USS Midway Museum. Prohibited items include outside food/beverages, glass containers, bicycles, skateboards, and weapons, while strollers, clear plastic bottles, and umbrellas are allowed.

Is the museum suitable for children?

Yes, the museum is fun for all ages. Plus, children ages 3 and under are admitted for free.

Are pets allowed inside the museum?

No, sorry. Only service animals are permitted inside the museum.

Is the museum ADA-accessible?

Yes, the USS Midway Museum is ADA-accessible. It features elevators, wheelchair-accessible restrooms, and complimentary wheelchairs. The museum offers ASL and audio descriptive tours for guests with hearing or visual impairments. Free admission is available for a professional caregiver accompanying a guest with a disability, an offer available at the ticket booth.