Step aboard Battleship IOWA to explore 75+ exhibits and the Life of a Sailor experience at your own pace, ideal for families and history fans.
Arrive at Battleship IOWA, present your ticket at the entrance, and walk straight aboard so you can start exploring the ship right away.
Use onboard Wi-Fi and illustrated brochures to follow a self-guided path through the ship, choosing which corners to linger in and which to skip.
Let kids lead the way on Vicky the Dog's scavenger hunt while you explore the battleship's WWII, Korean War, and Cold War stories together.
Entry to Battleship IOWA
Vicky's Scavenger Hunt
Self-guided experience
Wi-Fi
Brochures available
Parking fees
Food and drinks
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Explore Battleship IOWA on a self-guided visit with Wi-Fi, brochures, and Vicky's Scavenger Hunt included.
Getting started
Head straight to the entrance of Battleship IOWA and check in with your ticket for access to the ship. Once on board, you can pick up brochures that outline suggested routes and key exhibits. Set your own pace from the start of this self-guided experience, choosing where to go first as you step onto the main deck.
What to expect
Battleship IOWA
Battleship IOWA is a WWII, Korean War, and Cold War legend, now preserved as a museum ship with over 75 different exhibits to explore. You move through the ship at your own pace, choosing which areas to focus on, from life on board to the ship's engineering and combat roles.
Features
Over the course of your self-guided experience, you can follow clearly marked paths to immerse yourself in the engineering and historical significance of Battleship IOWA as a combat vessel across three major conflicts. Exhibits along the way highlight how the ship was operated and the roles of the crew who served on board.
Access to onboard Wi-Fi helps you navigate and learn as you go, supporting any digital content or maps you choose to use during your visit. This connectivity lets you deepen your understanding of specific exhibits in real time.
Vicky's Scavenger Hunt is available for younger visitors, turning the ship into a search-and-find mission that keeps kids engaged while they explore. The Vicky the Dog scavenger hunt connects them with child-friendly clues that relate to life on the ship.
Brochures available on board provide concise information about key areas and exhibits, so you can quickly understand the layout and decide which sections to prioritize. These printed guides support a flexible route that suits different interests.
The new Life of a Sailor interactive experience gives you a closer look at daily routines on board, helping you picture how sailors lived and worked at sea. This adds a practical, human angle to the more than 75 exhibits you encounter.
What's not allowed
Drones and devices: Do not use drones or automated photographic devices anywhere on the ship.
Commercial shoots: Do not take commercial photos without written consent from management.
Accessibility
Main deck access: The main deck is accessible for guests with limited mobility and for strollers.
Additional information
Infants: It's recommended that infants are carried in a front-facing infant carrier.
Risk notice: The historic battleship has inherent risks of injury that all visitors knowingly assume.
Exhibits: Exhibits may close temporarily for events, maintenance, or other operational needs.
Weather: Expect cooler temperatures in the morning and warmer conditions in the afternoon.
Parking: Parking fees are not included in your ticket and must be paid separately.
Food and drinks: Food and drinks are not included as part of this experience.
Tickets: Tickets are non-refundable.
Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
