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Plan your visit to the Maritime Museum of San Diego with tickets for historic ships, waterfront exhibits, narrated bay tours, sailing excursions, and special events on San Diego Bay.

A child sits on the deck of the historic sailing ship Star of India at sunset, surrounded by polished wooden structures and coiled rope, gazing out over the calm ocean under a sky filled with scattered clouds and warm light.

Museum Tickets, Tours & Experiences

Explore admission options, waterfront tours, sailing adventures, and special events at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

You’ll also find gift cards, memberships, and special offers here.

General Admission

Discover the Maritime Museum of San Diego at your own pace with access to one of the world’s finest collections of historic ships, engaging exhibits, and waterfront galleries along San Diego Bay. Step aboard legendary vessels, explore below deck, and experience maritime history where it happened.

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Fourth of July fireworks over San Diego Bay from the Maritime Museum waterfront.
Special Event • July 4th

4th of July Celebration

Celebrate the Fourth of July aboard historic ships and waterfront venues at the Maritime Museum of San Diego with live entertainment, food stations, bars, VIP viewing options, and unforgettable front-row views of San Diego’s Big Bay Boom fireworks over the bay.

Pirate on the San Salvador in the rigging holding a sword during a live pirate adventure.
Special Event • Next Show June 13th

BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure

This hilarious interactive show puts visitors right in the middle of the pirate action. Participants will be sworn in as part of the ship crew, trained how to navigate, sword fight, bail water from a sinking ship, escape from the King’s Jail, swab the deck and other pirate skills. Performances are 90 minutes.

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Special Event • July 25th

Overnight Adventure Aboard Star of India

Become the crew of Star of India on her historic 1874 voyage as the emigrant ship Euterpe, transporting 410 passengers to their new lives. You’ll work alongside our education instructors, as you get to raise sails, move cargo, and and explore areas of the ship closed to the public.

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Featured Experience - Sunday Mornings

Yoga at the Maritime Museum

Ease into your Sunday with a peaceful, all-levels waterfront yoga session at the Maritime Museum of San Diego, led by Movement Matters Collective. Includes General Admission.

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Father’s Day beer toast over San Diego Bay with boats
Special Event June 21st

Father’s Day on the Waterfront

Historic ships, harbor views, a complimentary craft beer for Dad, and a bonus on-the-water adventure—all included with General Admission.

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Tall Ship Adventure Aboard Californian

Experience history aboard the Official Tall Ship of California! Join the crew of the schooner Californian for a four-hour sailing adventure filled with hands-on activities and captivating maritime tales.

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The San Salvador, a replica 16th-century galleon, sailing with full sails on open water. Nice view of the sails from the main deck while underway aboard San Salvador.

San Salvador Sailing Adventure

Join us aboard the majestic replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s flagship, San Salvador, for a 4-hour sailing experience unlike any other! On September 28, 1542, Cabrillo first arrived at what we now call San Diego, and now you can follow in his wake.

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Historic Bay Cruises aboard Pilot - cruising along downtown San Diego

Historic Bay Cruises Aboard Pilot

Step aboard the oldest active pilot boat in the U.S. for a narrated bay cruise, includes General Admission! Launched in 1914, the Pilot served as San Diego’s chief pilot craft for over 80 years, safely guiding thousands of ships in and out of the bay.

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Group Tours

Experience the Maritime Museum of San Diego with a Custom Group Tour, Guided Docent-Led Tour, or VIP Private Tour, offering immersive insights, historic ships, and unforgettable maritime adventures.

Special Event • May 3rd

Concert Series 2026

Experience live classical music on the bay!

The Haydn Voyages: Music at the Maritime concert series brings the Hausmann Quartet aboard the historic Berkeley, blending classical and contemporary music in a unique waterfront setting.

Special Event • July 25, and August 8

Oceanography Merit Badge

Summer Scouting Adventure

Earn the Oceanography Merit Badge at the Maritime Museum of San Diego through a hands-on Saturday program featuring field work, lab activities, and interactive learning along the waterfront. Scouts only need to attend one session to complete the badge requirements.

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The Swift Boat PCF-816 cruising through San Diego Bay during a naval history tour.

Swift Boat Naval History Tour

Experience a 75-minute narrated tour aboard Swift Boat PCF-816. Explore San Diego’s rich naval history, plus a thrilling high-speed run. Includes Maritime Museum admission for a full-day of adventure, with one ticket purchase!

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Gift Cards for Maritime Museum of San Diego

Your gift card may be used for general admission and on-the-water events, including sailings and harbor tours. Some items may be excluded, notably the concert series and select special events.

Gift cards are valid only for purchases made through the Maritime Museum of San Diego and cannot be redeemed for cash unless required by law.

Save with CityPASS® Tickets

San Diego CityPASS® offers savings of up to 48% on admission to your choice of 3, 4, or 5 top San Diego attractions, including the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

Tickets are valid for 9 days and can be used in any order. Mobile tickets are delivered instantly after purchase.