The Swift Boat is currently undergoing maintenance, and we expect it to be back in service by May. We appreciate your patience and look forward to welcoming you aboard soon!
Swift Boat Naval History Tour
Take a High-Speed Bay Tour Aboard a Legendary Swift Boat PCF-816 (Patrol Craft Fast)
Be a part of history, ride the only active passenger carrying Swift Boat in the country. Feel the power of the twin 12 cylinder 2-stroke Detroit Diesels as you take a behind the scenes 75 minute narrated tour of San Diego’s military history.
Tour route heads under Coronado Bay Bridge, Naval Base San Diego, and then Naval Amphibious Base. It then heads back by the aircraft carrier basin and Naval Air Station North Island before returning to the Museum, plus a high speed run to feel the unique power of the Swift Boat’s twin Detroit Diesels.
This one-of-a-kind tour, which began in 2014, covers PCF-816’s fascinating service history in the U.S., Malta, and more.
A unique one of a kind adventure.
Includes Maritime Museum General Admission, you are welcome to explore the museum before and/or after your 75 minute Swift Naval History Tour.
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- Adults – $39
- Sr 62+, Mil, Student 13-17 – $33
- Child 12-3 – $27
- Child 2 & under – $15
- Member – $15
Includes General Admission.
Swift Boat Naval History Tour boarding times are: 12:15pm, 2:15pm, Saturday & Sunday Please check-in at least 15 minutes before.
Extra runs added during Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July, and Labor Day.
Online sales end 8 am day of.
Walk-up tickets are available at the Museum ticket booth till sold out.
Online Ticket Sales: 2.3% credit card plus 6% online fee will added to the total. Final price will be shown before checkout.
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Note: There are no restrooms aboard the Swift Boat.