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USS Midway Museum aircraft carrier docked in San Diego Harbor, part of San Diego CityPASS®.
USS Midway aircraft carrier deck with historic fighter jets in San Diego.
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  • Enjoy a self-guided audio tour with English narration as you skip-the-line to board the USS Midway Museum, where you can explore its storied military operations.
  • Discover what life was like for sailors on the USS Midway by exploring restored rooms and crew quarters, while learning about its significant role during the Gulf War.
  • From the top deck of this iconic aircraft carrier in San Diego Bay, take in panoramic views and get up close to over 30 carefully preserved aircraft and helicopters.
  • Explore interactive exhibits that explore the fascinating history and aviation legacy of the USS Midway Museum.

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USS Midway Museum aircraft carrier docked in San Diego Harbor, part of San Diego CityPASS®.
USS Midway aircraft carrier deck with historic fighter jets in San Diego.
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Step back in time aboard the iconic USS Midway, one of America's longest-serving aircraft carriers. The USS Midway Museum invites you to explore naval history with restored aircraft, engaging exhibits, and authentic stories from those who served on this legendary vessel. Enjoy a self-guided audio tour available in English, fascinating presentations by knowledgeable volunteers, and numerous interactive experiences designed for visitors of all ages.

Explore the ship and its long history

Your journey begins with an engaging self-guided audio tour that takes you through over 60 locations on the USS Midway. Narrated by former sailors and aviators, this tour provides a vivid glimpse into life aboard the carrier—from the flight deck featuring more than 30 restored aircraft to the hangar deck showcasing naval aviation exhibits. Discover what daily life was like for the thousands of sailors who served here and learn about the pivotal missions they undertook.

Interactive activities and veteran stories

In addition to the audio tour, engage with hands-on exhibits that bring history to life. Experience sitting in a fighter jet cockpit or test your skills on a flight simulator designed to mimic landing an aircraft carrier. Throughout the ship, Midway Volunteers—many of whom served aboard—are eager to share their personal stories and insights into the USS Midway's operations during its active years. Their narratives provide a deeper connection with the vessel’s storied past.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Skip-the-line tickets for the USS Midway Museum
  • Audio guide available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French
  • Personal expenses

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  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

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Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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You'll explore a piece of naval history with restored aircraft, hands-on exhibits, and real stories from those who served on the ship.

Start your adventure with a self-guided audio tour that will lead you through over 60 locations across the USS Midway.

The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French.

Yes, your ticket includes skip-the-line entry to USS Midway Museum.

It is recommended to wear closed-toed shoes and layered clothing as temperatures vary around the ship. Carrying your own headphones for the audio-guided tour is also suggested.

Yes, this experience is wheelchair accessible.

Explore restored rooms and crew quarters, take in panoramic views from San Diego Bay, get up close with over 30 restored aircraft and helicopters on the top deck, and enjoy interactive exhibits.

Personal expenses are excluded from your ticket.

Yes, you'll discover the Midway’s role during the Gulf War and other prolific military operations through restored rooms and crew quarters.

The museum offers plenty of interactive exhibits that allow visitors to explore the aircraft carrier's fascinating history and aviation legacy.

It is recommended to wear closed-toed shoes and layered clothing as temperatures vary around the ship. For the audio-guided tour, it is recommended to carry along your own headphones.

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

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