Step on board and back in time at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. Explore historic ships with below deck exhibits and discover 500 years of seafaring history along the waterfront.
- Maritime Museum of San Diego - The Maritime Museum of San Diego includes a collection of historic ships and fascinating exhibits including sail, steam, and submarines. The iconic and majestic Star of India is docked in downtown San Diego on the beautiful waterfront and is the main attraction at the museum.
The museum is kid friendly and encourages hands on experiences for families. The fun does not stop dockside! General admission includes access to all vessels and exhibits!
The museum also contains a world renowned research library as well as a retail shop with lots of souvenirs, historic and academic books or memorabilia for sale. The Maritime Museum of San Diego offers something for everyone!
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- Admission ticket
- Entry to below deck exhibits
- Does not include bay excursions
The Maritime Museum of San Diego is not your average museum with indoor exhibits and galleries. Instead, it boasts a collection of historic ships docked at the stunning local waterfront, each housing their own unique exhibits below deck. A single reasonably-priced general admission ticket affords you the opportunity to explore all ships and exhibits. The diverse fleet includes everything from towering sailing ships to steam ferry boats and the USS Dolphin submarine. Venture on board and journey through five centuries of maritime history!
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.