Last admission: 1 hour before closing
Audio guide: Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible Wheelchairs are available on-site on a first-come, first-served basis. Elevator access from the pier onto the ship and between decks. The majority of the museum's exhibits are wheelchair accessible
Live guide: Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Spanish
Climb aboard the longest-serving US aircraft carrier and immerse yourself in over 50 years of world history! At 300 meters long, the USS Midway is a true mammoth, and is stuffed with fascinating stories and hands-on exhibits. Learn what it was like to live aboard this floating city, jump in the cockpits of dozens of restored aircraft, and even test your mettle in the flight simulator. You are the Top Gun.
More than 225,000 soldiers lived and served on board the historic USS Midway ship and now you can follow in their footsteps. Discover their stories as you explore over 60 locations. See the sleeping quarters, engine room, galley, bridge, brig, post office, officers quarters, flight control and more.
The audio guide of the USS Midway is narrated by real soldiers and naval officers who served on board, so it's a uniquely intimate experience, even when you're on one of the biggest ships in the world! Keep an eye out for the resident docents – real USS Midway crew who complement insights with extra with their first-hand experiences.
You'll also see dozens of restored aircraft, multimedia exhibits, and hands-on experiences which put you right in the middle of the action. And if you fancy yourself as a bit of a Maverick, you can strap into the high-octane flight simulators and 'tag bogies' to your heart's content!
Combine USS Midway Museum with other San Diego favorites. Some things are better together.