Scenic spot introduction:

The USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum (San Diego, CA) is an iconic attraction of the U.S. Navy. Its core body, the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier, is the first ship of the U.S. Navy's Midway-class aircraft carrier. During its 42 years of service, the world's largest warship participated in many U.S. Navy military activities, including the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s, and Operation Desert Storm in the 1990s. It is the longest-serving warship in the U.S. military. Battleship. Today, this warship, regarded as a hero, has removed its former weapons and has become a physical museum for tourists to visit and experience, and for veterans to recall the past. It is a must-see for military fans.

Attractions distribution:

The USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum is located at the San Diego pier on the west coast of the United States. There is a statue in front of the aircraft carrier, which was built based on the famous news picture "The Kiss of Victory". The USS Midway aircraft carrier is 298.4 meters long and has a dead weight of 51,000 tons. The top floor has a flight deck, bridge, admiral and captain's cabins, and ready rooms. The second to fourth floors have exhibition rooms, crew living floors, and power machinery floors. After boarding the ship, tourists can visit the hangar, flight deck and bridge in sequence; several aircraft missiles, engine maintenance displays, etc. are displayed in the hangar; various carrier-based aircraft can be seen on the flight deck, such as F-14, A-6, E-2 etc.

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, sightseeing, military, history and culture, museums, seaside

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Travel Guide

travelling guideline:

You can get an audio guide for free in the hangar. Almost every attraction has an introduction and supports multiple languages. It is very convenient and free to visit. If you don’t want to listen to machine explanations, there are also veterans who have served on aircraft carriers as volunteers, who can enthusiastically explain to tourists and make the visit more meaningful.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

Shopping: The Hangar Museum Gift Shop has books, clothing, DVDs, models and other souvenirs.

Food: The museum cafe provides salads, sandwiches and other light meals.

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Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

America>United States>San Diego City

How to get there:

San Diego International Airport is located in the city center. Planes take off and land directly in the seaside city center. There are direct flights to and from major cities in the United States, as well as regular international flights. At the airport, take bus 922 and get off at Broadway & N Harbor Dr. You can go directly to the museum.

The San Diego Railway Station (San Diego/SAN) is located not far from the museum. Visitors from other cities or who choose to take a train to San Diego can choose to get off at this railway station.

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Attraction Tickets

Ticket prices for the USS Midway:

1. Ticket purchase on site:

Adults over 18 years old: $20

Seniors over 62 years old: $17

13-17 years old or holding student ID: $15

6-12 years old or certified veterans: $10

Children under 5 years old: free



2. Online ticket purchase:

Adults over 18 years old: $18

Seniors over 62 years old: $15

13-17 years old or holding student ID: $13

6-12 years old or Certified Veterans: $8

Children under 5: Free

Scenic area opening hours:

10:00-17:00, no admission after 16:00;

Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

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