USS Midway Museum Admission: Valid Any Date
Overview
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Experience life at sea without leaving port by visiting the USS Midway Museum, San Diego's number 1 rated visitor attraction. A visit to this historic naval aircraft carrier museum is an essential experience for people of all ages. Hangar Deck and Flight Deck tour routes will showcase Midway’s exclusive collection of more than 30 restored Navy aircraft and the incredible views of San Diego Bay.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Complimentary, loaner wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Elevator access from Navy Pier onto the ship, from the hangar deck down to the second deck and up to the flight deck
Approximately 60 percent of the museum’s exhibits are wheelchair accessible.
Narrated video tour of all museum exhibits is shown continuously in the hangar deck
Parking is available adjacent to Midway for an additional fee through Ace parking.
HOURS ARE 10AM TO 5PM HOWEVER LAST ADMISSION IS 4PM.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
USS Midway Museum
MUSEUM HOURS 10:00 - 17:00 (LAST ENTRY AT 16:00)The USS Midway was the US Navy's longest serving carrier of the 20th century (1945-1992), and the largest ship in the world for a decade, housing 4,500 crew! Now you can walk in the footsteps of 225,000 sailors on a self-guided audio tour narrated by former Midway sailors and officers. USS Midway also contains interactive exhibits and climb-aboard aircraft for all ages. Don't miss the flight simulators, gift shop and cafe. Experience what it was like to be part of a "city at sea", explore galleys, officer's country, sleeping quarters and the engine room of the first Navy ship too large for the Panama Canal! You will be amazed by the 4-acre flight deck and the 360-degree panoramic view of downtown San Diego.
What‘s Included
Embarcadero Adventure Offers including discounts for other nearby attractions
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Audio Tour
Ability to skip the ticketing line - does not apply to lines within the attraction.
World famous Midway volunteers will bring the flight deck alive
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Parking: please note that during the summer, parking is limited and early arrival is encouraged.
Meeting points
USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor Drive, San Diego United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Reviews
2,204 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Glimpse into the history of the USS MIDWAY
Alvin S,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I enjoyed this living Navy Museum very much. As a Navy Veteran, being back on an aircraft carrier was emotional and amazing. I was able to walk the spaces and get a feel for USS MIDWAY and also reminisce on my experience in service. The ship offers an excellent and free audio tour. Other amenities include food services and a shopping facility. The tour of the Bridge and the Flight Deck were the highlights of the experience. The views are unmatched.
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danielrT464MX,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Midway Museum is an absolutely amazing "must do" of you are in San Diego! The displays of aircraft are fantastic. The docents were all extremely friendly and helpful. Some of the docents had actually served as pilots on the Midway. There are short presentations by some of these ex-Navy pilots about the launching and landing of the aircraft on the Midway. They also shared some of their personal experiences as pilots taking off and landing on this massive ship. Handicapped accessibility to most of the museum is easy and should not be a reason not to visit. There are elevators and ramps.
Great docents and...
William O,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great docents and beautiful restoration. Too much info for one visit!! Well managed lines and marked tour.
Great experience
lindasT9123LK,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything about it was great
We're FREEDOM MEMBERS, and got in right away!!!
bryanbO1545HO,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We made third stop on the Embarcadero the USS MIDWAY MUSEUM!!! it was the absolute perfect day to go, warm and sunny. We parked in the parking lot just to the south of ship, wanting to see the famous KISS STATUE. It's of the Kiss after WWII IN TIMES SQUARE. We walked a short 10 Minute WALK from there, past all of the various vendors and pedicabs. We're FREEDOM MEMBERS, and got in right away. I am disabled and used the elevator to get up and down in the aircraft carrier. We want to thank them for providing the service. When I got to the middle of the ship, I got a DIET COKE REFILL. I went to the overhang and rested from the heat. After about 20 Minutes, I went to the Flight Deck. I met up with my Partner, GONZALO. I watched a presentation for a few minutes, which was very interesting. I then walked down to the end by the other aircraft carriers.
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Sabine H,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very cool experience on the USS Midway! The audio was very informative as well as the folks there explaining how things operate and their past experiences on the ship or others like it.
Lots to see and do
bartolonej,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I have been to a few aircraft carrier museums now, including the USS Intrepid in NYC. This was just as great, if not better - lots to see and do, and my kids enjoyed the hands-on experiences and getting to sit inside some aircraft. We got there just before opening but had no trouble briefly waiting in line and then getting to see and do everything on board. We liked being able to explore the ship at our own pace and there were knowledgeable veterans working as volunteers to answer questions and tell us about its history.
It’s a must see! Very...
Steven S,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a must see! Very interesting and amazing to see and learn what life was on this ship! The veterans, workers and support group were engaged and made the tour extra special!
Very informative and lots...
tina p,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and lots of history. Can take as long as you like to go through all the exhibits. Recommend packing drinks and snacks.
It's a wonderful...
Pamela M,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a wonderful experience with lots of retired veterans around to answer questions. It takes quite awhile to see it all, though, so plan on spending at least several hours.
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