Pearl Harbor Passport

Discover 3 of Pearl Harbor’s most iconic historic sites, the legendary Battleship Missouri and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, and the Submarine Museum, with the flexibility to explore them at your own pace.

Getting started

Begin your experience at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, where you’ll check in and receive your pass for entry to both attractions. From there, take the shuttle to Ford Island, where your adventure aboard the Battleship Missouri and inside the Aviation Museum begins.

What to expect

Battleship Missouri Memorial

Step aboard the "Mighty Mo," the battleship where Japan formally surrendered in 1945. Explore its vast decks, massive artillery, and restored living quarters that capture what life was like for sailors at sea.

Features:

• Historic surrender deck: Stand on the exact spot where World War II came to an end.

• Complimentary guided tour: Join a knowledgeable docent for stories and behind-the-scenes details.

• Interactive Exhibits: Learn how this naval powerhouse served across three wars.

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Located in the original hangars bombed during the attack, the museum showcases aircraft that fought across the Pacific.

Features:

• Historic hangars 37 & 79: View bullet holes and preserved damage from the 1941 attack.

• Aircraft collection: See rare WWII and Cold War planes, from fighter jets to bombers.

• Flight simulator experience: Test your piloting skills in an exciting virtual mission.

USS Bowfin Submarine Museum

Known as the “Pearl Harbor Avenger,” the USS Bowfin offers a fascinating glimpse into underwater warfare. Step inside the submarine to see how sailors lived and fought beneath the sea.

Features:

• WWII submarine tour: Explore the narrow passageways, engine rooms, and torpedo bays.

• Interactive museum: Learn about submarine operations, technology, and underwater missions.

• Waterfront memorial: Honor the submariners who gave their lives during the war.

Know before you go

What’s not allowed

• Bags aren’t allowed at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, but clear bags or those with medical items may be permitted.

• Valuables shouldn’t be left in cars. Details available on the park’s website.

Accessibility

• Accessible parking is available in the front lot.

• Restrooms, theaters, exhibits, bookstore, info desks, and fountains are all fully wheelchair accessible.

• Strollers are welcome in the visitor center, but not inside the theater or at the memorial. You can leave your stroller at the theater entrance and pick it up once the program concludes.

Additional information

• For safety reasons, children under 4 years old are not permitted on the Bowfin Submarine.

• Please remember this is a solemn site honoring lives lost in service. Pearl Harbor is a space for reflection, so respectful attire and behavior are strongly encouraged.

• Food and drinks are allowed at the visitor center, which has a snack shop. You’ll also find a food truck at the Battleship Missouri, a restaurant at the Aviation Museum, and vending machines near the Submarine Museum.

• Parking at the visitor center costs $7/day, payable via mobile or kiosk (not on recreation.gov).

• A paid storage facility is open daily from 6:30am to 5:30pm.

• The VR experience can be accessed only once per visitor.

• Tickets remain valid for two consecutive days, allowing single entry to each included museum.

• Transportation to and from Pearl Harbor is not part of the ticket package.