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USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum

USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum

History Museum and Boat or Ferry
Alameda
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    Ching
    "Plenty of time to tour and admire this famous ship!"(2 Tips)
    Benedict T.
    "Brilliant tours of the whole ship"(9 Tips)
    D D.
    "Great venue for corporate events"(3 Tips)
    Telecasterman
    "Amazing experience and lovely staff"(2 Tips)
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  • James C.
    James CJuly 29, 2013
    Really good museum and the men are veterans that served. They really know what they are talking about. Need to keep History like this ship alive for future generations.
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    Jo RhodesAugust 16, 2016
    UPDATE: Was here last December, didn't have good experience... Contacted the administration was given passes for another visit, an explanation that was reasonable. I look forward to going back!
    Upvoted Sep 29
  • Benedict T.heart icon on user image
    Benedict TreloarOctober 3, 2017
    Brilliant tours of the whole ship by incredibly knowledgable ex-servicemen - and you can pretend you're in Top Gun. There's nothing not to like!
  • Angelica D.
    Angelica DongalloJuly 20, 2015
    CA Historical Landmark NO. 1029 USS HORNET - Served in the Pacific in WWII and as the recovery ship for the Apollo 11 (1st moon-landing mission) and Apollo 12 astronauts. Shoutout to our Navy dads ;)
  • Karen P.heart icon on user image
    Karen PhoenixJanuary 23, 2020
    Been here 25+ times
    Anything to do with history is amazing and this ship is no different. More people should go to help raise funds to keep it going.
  • USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum
    Allow at least 2 to 3 hours for your visit -- there is a lot to see on the ship. Arrive no later than 2:00pm to sign up for the engine room and other docent-led tours.
  • Ching
    ChingFebruary 23, 2012
    Plenty of time to tour and admire this famous ship! Take the guided tour first because you'll see places you can't go by yourself that are roped off.
  • Brendan E.
    Brendan EdwardsOctober 20, 2011
    While the self tour is fine, please take the time to take the docent-led tours. They don't cost any extra, it seems, and you see parts of the ship you wouldn't otherwise see. Great stories too!
  • Duane M.heart icon on user image
    Duane MowrerMarch 31, 2018
    Awesome historical displays on multiple subjects and time periods. Too much to take in during only one trip.
  • Jo R.heart icon on user image
    Jo RhodesDecember 17, 2015
    Double checked for events as website recommends nothing mentioned. Rides not available, aft elevator was tented from view. Waited for tour, inquired & was told docent had departed. Demanding refund.
  • USA TODAY
    USA TODAYDecember 6, 2010
    "You can take your own self-guided tour through its haunted jungle gym-like maze of steel corridors" says Zak Bagans, host of the Travel Channel's Ghost Adventures. Read more
  • Paul H.
    Paul HendersonAugust 30, 2014
    Vets get in for $13.00. Worth the trip!
  • Yorick P.heart icon on user image
    Yorick PhoenixJanuary 8, 2018
    Allow plenty of time. Take a tour of the super structure.
  • Enterartedfheart icon on user image
    EnterartedfNovember 14, 2015
    Really great place, our guide actually used to work here
  • Telecastermanheart icon on user image
    TelecastermanSeptember 19, 2018
    Amazing experience and lovely staff
  • Dora
    DoraJune 30, 2010
    If your kids love this boat, ask the front desk about the next Family Overnight sleepover on the boat. Yes, sleepover!Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more
  • Beth W.
    Beth WellsJanuary 8, 2011
    The New Years Eve party on the Hornet includes a full big band orchestra and three dance floors. Swing dancing dream come true!
  • Travel Channel
    Travel ChannelApril 9, 2012
    Zak, Nick and Aaron investigate the USS Hornet, a World War II-era aircraft carrier where visitors have reported paranormal incidents. Read more
  • Steven w.
    Steven wangJuly 29, 2012
    be sure to sit in the front row of flight simulation,totally different
  • D D.
    D DDecember 20, 2013
    Great venue for corporate events
  • Byron K.heart icon on user image
    Byron KJuly 10, 2015
    Smaller than I expected.
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BulkowskiJanuary 2, 2016
    History, events, nye, wwii
  • James O.heart icon on user image
    James O'SheaSeptember 11, 2015
    Jets and NASA artifacts.
  • Chris
    ChrisSeptember 18, 2014
    Cool to see ship
  • Lori H.
    Lori HyrupDecember 17, 2011
    Great place for our company holiday party.
  • Jared O.
    Jared OberhausDecember 3, 2011
    Don't forget to visit CIC...
  • Turki A.
    Turki ASJuly 5, 2019
    Disappointing place
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