Strap in for a high-stakes, history-inspired adventure game that blends the thrill of a scavenger hunt with the intensity of a real-life mission to save a battleship.
Inspired by the true story of how Battleship IOWA was rescued from the Navy’s reserve "ghost fleet" in 2011, this exclusive add-on experience puts you in the shoes of the crew who only had six weeks to find critical parts on a dark, sealed-up ship—or risk her being scrapped forever.
Your mission begins with a briefing. From there, your team of 2–6 participants will navigate tight passageways, climb ladders, search hundreds of compartments, and uncover clues hidden in rarely-seen parts of the ship—not accessible to the public on any other tour. You’ll race the clock to solve the puzzle and “save the ship.”
You’re not alone—our trained support crew is on hand for your safety—but they won’t help you solve anything. You’ll need teamwork, brains, and boldness to succeed.
⚠️ Know Before You Go
🚷 Ages 16+ only
👟 Closed-toe shoes required
⏳ Duration: 1–2 hours
🧭 Physically demanding; includes ladders and tight spaces
👥 Minimum 2 and maximum 6 participants per group
📝 Advance reservations required
What to bring
Closed-toe shoes are required for participation in the experience.
Accessibility
The experience is physically demanding and includes climbing ladders and navigating tight spaces.
This activity is not recommended for those with physical conditions that impair the ability to climb stairs or stand for prolonged periods.
Additional information
This experience is only available for participants aged 16 and above.
Each group must have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants.
Advance reservations are required to join the experience.
General admission for the self-guided tour (The IOWA Experience) is not included with this ticket.
Parking fees and food and drinks are not included in your ticket.
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
