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Battleship Missouri Memorial

Battleship Missouri Memorial
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Type of Site
Buildings & Monuments
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
History, Politics, Technology
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Price: $15-$20
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Notes: A lift is available to bring people using wheelchairs and people with mobility impairments to the main deck of the ship. On that level you can access the wardroom, which is now a museum.
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Restrooms: Available
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Battleship Missouri Memorial

The Missouri

Historic Battleship from WWII


Expert Pick Must See

Address: Phone:
Pearl Harbor
(PO Box 6339)
Honolulu, HI 96818
+1 808 973 2494

Description

Stand on the deck of this imposing old structure that has been painstakingly cared for and extensively renovated. The "Mighty Mo" is where General Douglas MacArthur proclaimed the end of World War II in September of 1945 in Tokyo Bay. The great vintage battleship now sits at permanent anchor across from the Arizona Memorial in Pearl Harbor. Visit the Arizona Memorial first to get a sense of the complete story.



Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9am-5pm, daily
Notes: The ticket window closes at 4pm.
Visit Time: 2hr-3hr
Best Time to Visit: Try to plan your visit between 9am-10am or 2:30pm-4pm.
Why Best: Crowds are heaviest midday.
Average Wait Time: 30-60min
Notes: Wait time varies with the season and time of day. Strict security measures prohibit purses, handbags, fanny packs, backpacks, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage, and/or other items that offer concealment.
Price: $15-$20
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX

Exposure

Indoor with climate control. Notes: There is also some outdoor exposure.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: 20, 40, 42
Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Taxi
Notes: Take the H1 freeway (from Waikiki), past the airport. Keep an eye out for the Pearl Harbor exit; but don't take it. Just after the Pearl Harbor exit is the "Arizona Memorial, Stadium" exit. Take this exit past the Navy base on your left. Exit from the left lane where the sign says "Arizona Memorial." If you reach the stadium, you've gone too far.
Parking Availability: Yes
Notes: Free parking is available at the USS Arizona and paid parking is available at Bowfin.


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© Jon Hunt