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.
Interior of a vintage aircraft at the USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS®.
Radar console display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS® attraction.
USS Midway Museum exterior with American flags and naval decorations.
Fighter jet on display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego.
USS Midway Museum view with Unconditional Surrender statue in San Diego, California.

USS Midway Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets, San Diego

San Diego
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Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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Experience life aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego, and step back into naval history with this unique attraction. Explore restored aircraft, hands-on exhibits, and hear real stories from those who served on one of America's longest-serving U.S. aircraft carriers. The museum offers a self-guided audio tour that takes you through over 60 locations across the USS Midway.

With USS Midway Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets, board the historic ship for a self-guided audio tour available in five languages including English. Explore over 30 restored aircraft and helicopters while learning about its military operations.

Get an intimate look at life on the deck by exploring crew quarters and restored rooms that reveal the carrier’s role during pivotal moments like the Gulf War.

From the top deck, enjoy stunning views of San Diego Bay as you get up close with over 30 aircraft. This experience offers a unique perspective from Midway's vantage point.

Engage in interactive exhibits to explore the long history and aviation legacy of this iconic museum, guided by knowledgeable volunteers.

Admission with skip-the-line access to the USS Midway Museum

Audio guides available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French

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USS Midway Museum aircraft carrier docked in San Diego Harbor, part of San Diego CityPASS®.

USS Midway Museum aircraft carrier docked in San Diego Harbor, part of San Diego CityPASS®.

Located in San Diego, United States, explore life aboard the historic USS Midway at the renowned USS Midway Museum. This museum offers an unparalleled journey through naval history with restored aircraft and engaging hands-on exhibits. A self-guided audio tour complements interesting talks and interactive experiences to ensure a memorable visit.

Discover Ship History

Your adventure begins with a complete self-guided audio tour, guiding you across over 60 locations on the USS Midway. Narrated by former sailors and aviators, this experience explores you in life aboard an iconic aircraft carrier. Discover more than 30 restored aircraft on the flight deck and explore exhibits about naval aviation on the hangar deck. As you traverse these spaces, learn about daily operations for thousands of sailors who served here.

Interactive Exhibits and Veteran Stories

The USS Midway Museum is home to interactive hands-on exhibits where visitors can experience life as a sailor or pilot firsthand. Try your hand at landing on an aircraft carrier with the flight simulator, or take control in the cockpit of a fighter jet. Throughout the museum, you'll encounter Midway Volunteers who share their personal stories and insights into the ship’s operations during its active years.

USS Midway aircraft carrier deck with historic fighter jets in San Diego.

USS Midway aircraft carrier deck with historic fighter jets in San Diego.

Interior of a vintage aircraft at the USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS®.

Interior of a vintage aircraft at the USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS®.

Radar console display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS® attraction.

Radar console display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego CityPASS® attraction.

What You Should Bring

  • Closed-toed shoes and layered clothing are recommended due to varying temperatures on the ship.

If you prefer using your own headphones for the audio-guided tour, feel free to bring them along.

Accessibility Information

    The experience accommodates wheelchair users.

    USS Midway Museum exterior with American flags and naval decorations.

    USS Midway Museum exterior with American flags and naval decorations.

    Fighter jet on display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego.

    Fighter jet on display at USS Midway Museum, San Diego.

    Wear closed-toed shoes and layered clothing for comfort as temperatures can vary around the ship.

    Carry your own headphones to enjoy the self-guided audio tour without any hassle.

    The experience is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone has a chance to explore this historic site comfortably.

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    Operating hours

    USS Midway Museum

    Monday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Tuesday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Wednesday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Thursday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Friday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Saturday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
    Sunday
    10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:00pm
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    FAQs

    Yes, you'll discover the Midway’s role during the Gulf War and other prolific military operations through restored rooms and crew quarters.
    The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French.
    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.
    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.
    Start your adventure with a self-guided audio tour that will lead you through over 60 locations across the USS Midway.
    Personal expenses are excluded from your ticket.
    You'll explore a piece of naval history with restored aircraft, hands-on exhibits, and real stories from those who served on the ship.
    Yes, your ticket includes skip-the-line entry to USS Midway Museum.
    Yes, this experience is wheelchair accessible.
    The museum offers plenty of interactive exhibits that allow visitors to explore the aircraft carrier's fascinating history and aviation legacy.

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