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With over 2 million visitors per year, Pearl Harbor is the most visited site in all of the Hawaiian Islands. The USS Arizona Memorial is one of the most popular memorials at Pearl Harbor, attracting curious visitors who wish the see the sunken ship. The memorial is built...

The USS Bowfin and the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum

One year to the day after the United States was devastated by a Japanese aerial strike force, the US Navy launched a new Balao-class submarine, the USS Bowfin (SS-287). One of the Navy’s most iconic World War II-era submarines, the Bowfin became known as the “Pearl Harbor Avenger.”...

In honor of the men killed when Oklahoma capsized and sank, the USS Oklahoma Memorial stands on Ford Island directly adjacent to the entrance to the Battleship Missouri, which is moored where Oklahoma was on the morning of December 7, 1941. The memorial provides details about the once-mighty...

The USS Missouri is perhaps the most famous Battleship ever built, she is 887 feet long and displaces 45,000 tons. She has traveled around the world and served her nation for decades. She is the “Mighty Mo.” and the second most popular site and one you certainly do...

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

The Pacific Aviation Museum at Pearl Harbor is home to a large collection of these incredible aircraft, some dating back to more than 76 years ago and the attack on Pearl Harbor that led the US into World War II. The collection is split between two pre-World War...

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Helpful tips, baggage policy.

Remember, no bags of any size are allowed anywhere at Pearl Harbor. This includes backpacks, camera bags, purses, luggage, and fanny packs must all be left at the baggage storage at the entrance to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. For diaper needs, we suggest parents and caregivers include these baby items in a clear sealable under the stroller seat for clear visibility and access.

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You can pick up your headset for the audio tour near the Information Desk at the Visitors Center.

Strollers, Wheelchairs and mobility devices

Pearl Harbor is an accessible site, there are no hills, and the paths are mostly flat. Wheelchairs are not available for rent at the park. There are benches placed around the visitor center and there are wheelchair locks on the US Navy navy boats to and from the memorial that sport visitors back and forth to the Memorial.

Motorized mobility devices are welcome at the Visitor Center and on US Navy Vessels, and at the USS Arizona Memorial.

Strollers are welcome on site but can only go so far as the USS Arizona Memorial pre-boarding area at the Park Theater. Strollers are not permitted on US Navy vessels or the USS Arizona Memorial, please bring a baby carrier as an alternate option in these areas.

Food and Beverages

Due to the Pearl Harbor National Memorial's no bag policy, only bring snacks and water bottles that you can carry. There is a small snack shop on site that carries various sundry snacks and cold beverages as well as restaurants throughout the area. There are water fountains located throughout the park to use or refill water bottles.

Dress and Attire

We recommend that all visitors consider this site is for remembrance and reflection of the loss of life in service to the United States, therefore please plan for appropriate dress. Battle dress uniform is not allowed on the memorial, though it is allowed throughout the visitor center and at sites on Ford Island. Military visitors are welcome to wear civilian attire when visiting.

Come prepared with comfortable shoes as you will be on your feet throughout your visit, including a hat, sunglasses, and reef-safe sunscreen recommended.

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Visiting Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial

Hawaii's Most Solemn Tourist Attraction

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More than 75 years after Japan's attack pulled the United States into World War II,  Pearl Harbor  and the USS Arizona Memorial remain among the most popular tourist attractions in Hawaii, with more than 1.8 million visitors annually. The addition of the Battleship Missouri Memorial in 1999, the opening of the Pacific Aviation Museum in 2006, and the inauguration of the new Pearl Harbor Visitor Center in 2010 further enhance the experience at this historic site.

The Memorial's Significance

Hawaii's largest natural harbor, Pearl Harbor is both an active military base and a National Historic Landmark that commemorates the courage and sacrifices of those who fought in the Pacific during the war. A visit to the USS Arizona Memorial makes for a solemn and sobering experience, even for those not yet born on December 7, 1941, when the attack occurred . You literally stand over a grave site where 1,177 men lost their lives; you can see the wreckage of the sunken ship beneath you.

Explore the exhibit galleries "Road to War" and "Attack," where displays of personal memorabilia, historic photographs, artifacts of the battle, and several interactive exhibits tell the story of that fateful day. The visitor center includes a spacious bookstore, numerous interpretive wayside exhibits, and a lovely waterfront promenade. Be sure to pause at Remembrance Circle, which pays tribute to the men, women, and children, both military and civilian, killed as a result of the attack on Pearl Harbor.

Visiting the Memorial

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center  opens daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours to the USS Arizona Memorial depart every 15 minutes beginning at 7:30 a.m., with the final trip of the day departing at 3 p.m. The experience includes a 23-minute documentary film about the attack; with the boat trip, tours take about 75 minutes to complete. You should plan about three hours to complete the tour and still give yourself time to explore the visitor center fully.

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center operates as a partnership between the National Park Service and the non-profit Pacific Historic Parks (formerly called the Arizona Memorial Museum Association). Though admission to both the center and the memorial is free, you do need to secure a ticket. You can do this ahead online, or arrive early to claim one of the 1,300 free walk-in-tickets distributed daily on a first-come, first served basis. Everyone in your party must be physically present to obtain the same-day, walk-in tickets; you cannot pick up tickets for another person. In addition, each day at 7 a.m., any remaining online ticket inventory for the next day gets released. You pay a $1.50 convenience fee per ticket for ordering advance tickets.

A self-guided audio tour for the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, narrated by actor and author Jamie Lee Curtis, costs $7.50. Made available by Pacific Historic Parks, the tour takes about two hours and covers 29 points of interest; it comes in nine languages.

Practical Tips for Tourists

Visitors park for free at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

You can purchase tickets for admission to other Pearl Harbor attractions, including the USS Bowfin Submarine, the USS Missouri Battleship, and the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, at the Pearl Harbor historic site ticket booth located in the courtyard of the visitor center.

For security reasons, purses, handbags, fanny packs, backpacks, camera bags, diaper bags, or luggage of any kind are not allowed in the visitor center or on the memorial tour. You can take a personal camera with you, though. The visitor center offers storage for $5 per bag.

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and the USS Arizona Memorial are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas , and New Year’s Day.

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How to Plan Your Trip to The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor

After being closed to visitors over a year, the USS Arizona Memorial finally reopened for walk-on access this on Sep. 1, 2019. The memorial at Pearl Harbor in Honolulu Hawaii stands like a lasting proof of individuals who sacrificed their lives on that fateful day of December seventh in 1942. Book USS Arizona Memorial tour now!

The precise site in which the remains from the USS Arizona lie is the memorial site itself. The memorial is located in the harbor and floats over the sunken vessel but does not touch it directly. You cannot reach the memorial unless you have a Navy boat in the USS Arizona memorial center and it can give you numerous chances to look at the harbor.

Memorial Commission was founded in 1949 and the origin of the USS Arizona memorial center is based on it.  They launched a lasting memorial in Hawaii to remember all individuals who died in the attack. There is a famous tradition in which the flag is raised and lowered on the primary mast of the sunken ship. Admiral Arthur Radford, commander of the Pacific Fleet in 1950 started this tradition.

The current floating memorial site was built in 1958 and formally dedicated in 1962 in a small ceremony. An Austrian architect from Honolulu created its primary feature is it peaks in the extremities and sags in the center. The height of Yankee national pride at the onset of World War II, losing spirits after an attack and also the victorious rise from the war superpower is what it represents. The more potent indication is the existence of the encompassing USS Missouri memorial to celebrate the victory from the war.

The memorial consists of three chambers, the doorway, the setup room, and the final room. There is an opening within the memorial’s floor through which people can throw flowers in dedication.

To be able to connect to the memorial, you have to start from the visitor’s center which is operated by the nation’s parks service.  There is a museum that details the attack and displays numerous relics on that day. There is a strict restriction of four and 500 tickets each day. So you have to reach early to get a ticket. Skip the lines and book Pearl Harbor tours and tickets in advance now.

There is an optional 1-hour audio tour available in the visitor’s center if you’re thinking about the historic facets of Pearl Harbor. Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and the Missouri memorial are usually accessed by bus to Ford Island. You can very well progress with the story of America’s participation in the World War II.

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Explore the $65 million Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, which includes free admission, outdoor exhibits, two world-class museums, the Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center, the official USS Arizona Memorial Tours, the USS Arizona Memorial Museum Store, and access to more Pearl Harbor Historic Sites.

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is open 362 days a year from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Movie/boat tours to the USS Arizona Memorial run from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., leaving every 15 minutes on US Navy shuttles that hold up to 145 passengers. Come learn about this important historic site, a must-do experience in Hawaii.

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"Stopped in on our vacation even though the actual memorial is not open to step foot on, there are other things to remember the past on site, if you do take the tour it is very knowledgeable of the past, definitely glad I brought and showed my 11-year-old daughter"

"Every U.S. citizen should see this. One of the most moving experiences of my life reliving the sacrifices made that day and all the lives lost and still entombed in the sunken ship. Great history lesson for all Americans!"

"Wonderful place to honor our fallen brothers and sisters. We did the Passport to Pearl Harbor which includes everything. It’s an entire day spent at Pearl Harbor, USS Missouri, The Bowfish Submarine, Pacific Aviation Museum and all the little extras you get from the tour guide."

"We were not able to tour the memorial itself because there were ongoing repairs, but we took a boat ride to see it, and watched an excellent film about it at the grounds. There is still a lot to see and experience, and it was well worth the trip to visit."

(5/16/23) We took in the solemn facts of the events. We had gotten the narrative headset from trip advisor with admission. We had also gotten the separate tickets from recreation.gov for $1.00 each, to go on the boat to the Arizona Memorial. It was incredibly easy and fast to gain access and enjoy our day at our pace.

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Plan your unforgettable visit to Pearl Harbor, from the USS Arizona Memorial to the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, we'll help you make the most of your time at this historic site.

USS Arizona Memorial 

This memorial marks the resting place of most of the 1,177 sailors and marines killed on the battleship USS Arizona .

General Admission - Free 

Reservations for the USS Arizona Memorial strongly encouraged and must be booked through the National Park Service

Allow at least 2 hours 

Open daily - 7:00am - 5:00pm

Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum 

Tour World War II submarine Bowfin, which survived nine war patrols, and learn what life in the "Silent Service" was like for her 80-man crew and visit the Submarine Museum.

General Admission 

Adult (Ages 13+) - $21.99 ​

Child (Ages 4-12) - $12.99

Battleship Missouri Memorial 

Our knowledgeable tour guides will share the fascinating stories and history of the Might Mo. They bring history to life as you walk in General Douglas MacArthur's footsteps and stand on the Surrender Deck where World War II ended.

Adult (Ages 13+) - $34.99​

Child (Ages 4-12) - $17.49

Open daily - 8:00am - 4:00pm

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Stand on America's World War II aviation battlefield, site of the December 7, 1941 attack. Discover how aviation rose from the ashes of war to inspire hope, redefine freedom and galvanize a nation to overcome. Visit two bullet-riddled hangars, an authentic section of the USS Arizona and incredible 1940s artifacts.

Adult (Ages 13+) - $25.99 ​

Child (Ages 4-12) - $14.99

Allow at least 1.5 hours  

Open daily - 9:00am - 5:00pm

PASSPORTS DO NOT INCLUDE RESERVATIONS TO THE USS ARIZONA MEMORIAL. Please visit the National Park Service website at  recreation.gov  to reserve tickets.

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How to Visit Pearl Harbor on Your Own (No Tour Needed!)

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Visiting Pearl Harbor is a fascinating and enriching experience that should not be missed during your trip to Oahu. Commemorating the horrific events of December 7, 1941 , the memorial and its accompanying museums provide a unique look at one of the most pivotal moments in American history. 

While many people choose to visit Pearl Harbor with an organized tour , you can also visit the site on your own. However, doing so requires a bit of planning and preparation, as there are certain attractions that need to be reserved far in advance.

If you’re trying to figure out how to visit Pearl Harbor on your own, then you’ll want to keep a few things in mind. In this article, we’ll share an overview of what you can see during your visit, how to secure reservations, as well as a few tips and tricks on how to maximize your time there. Plus we include an example itinerary to help you organize all of these steps!

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Can You Go To Pearl Harbor on Your Own?

Yes! Pearl Harbor and its historic sites are open to the public, whether you come on your own or with a guided tour. There are no reservations needed for the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, or the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. 

However, you do need to reserve a ticket if you want to visit the USS Arizona Memorial. There are no first-come-first-serve tickets available, so reservations need to be secured online. A select number of tickets are released eight weeks prior (at 3 PM Hawaii Time) to the visitation date. The rest of the tickets are then released 24 hours before, which means you might be able to snag one last minute if you’re lucky.

Can You Do a Self Guided Tour of Pearl Harbor?

Absolutely! You are free to purchase tickets or reserve your spot for any or all of the attractions you want to visit at Pearl Harbor. You don’t have to book through an organized tour company to visit. 

The only exception is the Ford Island Bus Tour (which we’ll talk about a bit later). This is the only attraction where you’ll be accompanied by a tour guide.

It’s also worth noting that while you can visit the USS Arizona Memorial on your own, your ticket will be for a specific time slot. And if you want to visit the Battleship Missouri or the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum (which are located on Ford Island), you need to take the shuttle. It’s free and leaves every 15 minutes from the Visitor Center.

Pearl Harbor is still an active military base for the U.S. Navy. Visits to the Pearl Harbor Memorial is currently managed by the National Park Service.

How to Visit Pearl Harbor on Your Own

Pearl Harbor isn’t just one place. Between the museums, the ship tours, and the historical sites, there’s a lot for you to see and do here. You could spend an entire day here and still not get to see everything Pearl Harbor has to offer!

Therefore, it’s important to decide which sights you want to see during your visit. At Pearl Harbor, there are several main attractions:

• The USS Arizona Memorial (reservations)
• The USS Battleship Missouri ($)
• The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum ($)
• The USS Oklahoma Memorial (reservations)
• The Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum (with the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum) ($)
• The Visitor Center

When choosing which sites to visit, keep in mind what attractions are paid and which ones require advance bookings. We’ll share more about each one a little bit later.

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Pick a Date and Plan Ahead

There are two main attractions that require advance reservations – the USS Arizona Memorial and the Ford Bus Tour to see the USS Oklahoma and USS Utah.

The USS Arizona Memorial is the most popular attraction at Pearl Harbor and definitely something you should see while you’re here. Therefore, we recommend basing your trip to Pearl Harbor around when you’re able to secure tickets for this tour.

If you want to see the USS Oklahoma Memorial and USS Utah Memorial, then you’ll also be required to reserve a spot in advance on the Ford Island Bus Tour. This 90-minute park ranger-led tour will take you by bus to see the memorials as well as a few other “hidden” sights of Pearl Harbor. 

Once you secure your reservation(s) for a specific date and time, you can decide which museums or sights you have time to see before or after.

However, we recommend blocking out an entire day for your Pearl Harbor Visit. Even if you only tick off two or three sights, you’ll still want to give yourself extra time for travel, lunch, and bathroom breaks.

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Book Tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial

Tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial are free (although there is a $1 service charge), but they need to be made online and in advance. Tickets are released in two booking windows on the site. The first one opens eight weeks out, so you’ll need to plan ahead if you’re hoping to secure a spot for a specific day. If you’re already in Hawaii and planning to visit Pearl Harbor spontaneously, then you can check back 24 hours before the visitation day, as a select number of tickets are released then as well.

When reserving a ticket, you’ll see that tours for the USS Arizona Memorial are offered every 15 minutes. Not only will you need to choose a date in advance, but you’ll also need to pick a time, so keep that in mind if you need to arrange transportation or schedule around flights.

Make Reservations for the Ford Island Bus Tour

The Ford Island Bus Tour is an informative 90-minute led by a National Park Ranger. Although it’s not self-guided, it’s a great experience if you want to have a more in-depth understanding of Pearl Harbor. The tour takes you to a few hidden sites as well as to the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma memorials.

If this sounds like something you want to do, then you’ll need to reserve a spot online . Like the USS Arizona Memorial tickets, there is a $1 reservation fee that needs to be paid during the booking.

The tour runs on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, leaves only once a day at 3:15 PM, and goes until 5 PM. If you want to do this tour in addition to the USS Arizona Memorial tour, then make sure you do NOT reserve your USS Arizona Memorial tickets during this time frame. 

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Decide Which Museums to Visit

Besides the USS Arizona Memorial and the Ford Island Bus Tour, all the other sights and attractions at Pearl Harbor can be visited on a whim. If there is time before or after your scheduled tours, then you can visit the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and/or the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum.

If you are planning to visit multiple sights during your visit, then it may make financial sense to purchase the Passport to Pearl Harbor . This includes general admission tickets to the following Pearl Harbor Historic Sites:

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

• Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum
• USS Battleship Missouri Memorial

It also includes an audio tour of the Visitor Center and the Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Experience.

Arrive Early

To make the most of your day trip to Pearl Harbor, we strongly suggest that you come early! Of course, your schedule will likely depend on when you make your USS Arizona Memorial Reservation. However, you should still plan on arriving early so you can explore the Visitor Center or museums without feeling too rushed.

Leave Bags at the Hotel

Pearl Harbor is an active military base and is quite strict when it comes to what’s allowed on the grounds. Specifically, it’s prohibited to bring in purses, backpacks, or bags that are larger than 1.5″ X 2.25″ X 5.5″. Instead, make sure all your personal belongings fit inside a small purse or fanny pack.

However, you are allowed to carry your items in a clear plastic bag, similar to what you would bring to a sporting event. 

If you have luggage or a larger backpack that you have to bring to Pearl Harbor, you’ll need to check it at the storage facility near the entrance of the Visitor Center.

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Watch the Clock

With so much to see, it’s easy to get distracted or lose track of time while you’re hopping from one sight to the other. It’s a good idea to create a rough itinerary of what you want to see and how long you want to spend at each place. 

In order to make your reservation times (either for the USS Arizona Memorial or for the Ford Island Bus Tour), make sure you keep an eye on the clock! And give yourself ample time for bathroom breaks or to walk to the meeting point.

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What Can You See at Pearl Harbor?

The first time we visited Pearl Harbor, we just saw the USS Arizona Memorial and left! That was a huge mistake, as we later discovered that there are so many interesting museums and sights to explore at Pearl Harbor.

To help give you an idea of what to see, here are detailed descriptions of the main sights and attractions.

USS Arizona Memorial

The iconic white structure marks the spot where the USS Arizona was bombed, killing 1,177 sailors and marines and leading to the country’s involvement in WWII. While the sunken ship remains at the bottom of the ocean, the memorial was constructed over it in 1962 and features a viewpoint over the sunken decks of the ship and a shrine to the lives that were lost.

Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater

We recommend that everyone watch the historical film shown in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater before your visit to the main sights. They show a 23-minute long film about the attacks that occurred on December 7th. In addition to the footage from the attacks, you’ll also hear stories from survivors, which makes it an informative yet extremely emotional film. 

The film is shown at 15 and 45 past the hour.

Exhibit Galleries

Inside the Visitor Center, you’ll find two exhibit galleries about Pearl Harbor – “Road to War” and “Attack”. With memorabilia, photographs, and artifacts, they provide more information about what happened at Pearl Harbor.

Remembrance Circle

Remembrance Circle is located outside, facing the USS Arizona Memorial. This concrete structure is a memorial that’s dedicated to all the lives (military and civilian) that were lost during the attacks on December 7th. This includes the attacks on Pearl Harbor, Hickam Field, and the Naval Air Station Kaneohe Bay.

USS Bowfin Submarine

Located right next to the USS Arizona, the USS Bowfin Submarine is one of the 15 surviving US combat vessels. You can step aboard and walk the deck, visit the interior rooms, and see the torpedoes in the torpedo room! 

Tickets to the USS Bowfin Submarine also include entrance to the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum.

Battleship Missouri Memorial

The Battleship Missouri is located on Ford Island. It’s here where the Japanese surrendered to the Allied Powers in September 1945, officially ending WWII. It was decommissioned in 1992 (making it the last active WWII battleship out of any nation in the world), making it one of the most important historical sights to visit in the US.

With your ticket to the USS Missouri, you’ll be able to do a free guided or self-guided tour of the submarine. To get here, you’ll need to ride the free shuttle from the Visitor Center, which takes approximately 10 minutes. You can also visit the USS Missouri as part of the Ford Island Bus Tour.

The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is also on Ford Island (so you’ll need to take the free shuttle or book the Ford Island Bus Tour to visit). It’s quite a large museum, taking up two massive aircraft hangers.

In hanger 37, you’ll find a detailed museum about island life in the 1940s as well as the Pearl Harbor attacks. There are also restored military aircrafts from both the US and Japanese forces, as well as a flight simulator for those who wish to channel their inner pilots.

Hanger 79 features an impressive collection of vintage bomber jets and figthers that were built after the war. You can also visit the restoration shop, which restores aircrafts that will soon be on display in the museum.

Where is Pearl Harbor Located?

Located on the island of Oahu, Pearl Harbor is roughly 10 miles from Honolulu and 12 miles from Waikiki. If you are typing it into your GPS, make sure to use the following address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place

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Getting to Pearl Harbor

There are several different options for getting to Pearl Harbor if you aren’t going with an organized tour company. If you’re coming from Waikiki, expect the drive to take around 30 minutes. You can take a taxi, an Uber or Lyft, or drive yourself (parking at the Visitor Center is $7 a day). 

Another option is to take public transportation. The Bus is Honolulu’s transport service, and it’s a cost-effective way to get around the city. Take the #20 or #42 to the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center. From Waikiki, the trip will likely take around an hour. Taking the bus from other parts of the island is possible, but it can be quite time-consuming, depending on where you are. 

There are also different shuttle services that you can take to Pearl Harbor. Ask your hotel if they provide a shuttle or work with a company that offers trips to and from the site.

Pearl Harbor Sample Itinerary

Having a planned itinerary can help you make the most of your time at Pearl Harbor. Therefore, we wanted to share a full-day option for those who want to tick off the main sights, like the USS Arizona, the museums, and the other battleship memorials.

One thing to note is that we did this itinerary with two young kids, which meant we didn’t spend a lot of time at each spot. However, we did get to see a lot more than most people who visit Pearl Harbor. If you don’t want to cram a lot into your day, then feel free to adjust the following schedule to fit your interests and travel style.

How long does it take to visit Pearl Harbor?

This answer depends on exactly how many sights you want to see during your visit. If you’re short on time, a half-day trip to Pearl Harbor is doable, although don’t expect to see more than two attractions. 

Ideally, you’ll want to block out an entire day to visit. That way, you can take your time touring the museums or wandering through the different submarines and memorials.

Here are the operating times for the different attractions at Pearl Harbor:

Pearl Harbor Visitor Center: 7 AM to 5 PM

USS Arizona Memorial: 8 AM to 4 PM

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: 9 AM to 5 PM

Battleship Missouri Memorial: 8 AM to 4 PM

Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum: 7 AM to 5 PM

Our recent Pearl Harbor Visit Itinerary

8:15 AM: Arrive at Pearl Harbor (remember to come as early as you can!). Spend some time walking around the Visitor Center and checking in for the USS Arizona Memorial tour. They suggest getting to Pearl Harbor an hour or so before your tour is supposed to start. Check-in should also be done 10 minutes before.

9:00 AM: Our USS Arizona Memorial tickets were for 9 AM. Including the boat road, you’ll be at the memorial for about 45 minutes.

10:00 AM: Dock back on land and head to the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater to watch the 23-minute film. Afterward, head outside and visit Remembrance Circle.

10:45 AM: Buy tickets for the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum (which includes access to the USS Bowfin Submarine). The tours are self-guided, but they do give you a free audio tour if you want to learn more about the grounds and submarine.

11:45 AM: Take the free shuttle ride to Ford Island. By now, you’re probably feeling a bit hungry, so grab lunch at the Ford Island Bistro or mini-mart.

12:45 PM: Buy tickets for the Battleship Missouri Memorial. A free guided tour is included if you want more information about the museum, although we did the self-guided tour and found that to be perfect for our visit!

2:00 PM: Get back on the shuttle and make your way to the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. General admission includes a free audio guide, but they also offer guided tours on a first-come-first-served basis. If you want to have more information about the different aircrafts, it’s definitely worth doing! Make sure you also have time to do the flight simulator (only 150 tickets are given out each day so make sure you ask for one once you arrive). Compared to the other sights, this museum was the most interesting for our kids, as there are a lot of fun things to see in both of the hangers!

4:00: After a long day, we got back on the shuttle towards the Visitor Center and said goodbye to Pearl Harbor! 

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There are advantages and disadvantages of visiting Pearl Harbor on your own. While it gives you more flexibility to see the exact sights you want, you will miss out on having a guide to share insights and bits of information. In addition, you absolutely have to make sure you reserve your tickets in advance. 

After seeing how to visit Pearl Harbor on your own, if you would prefer to go with a guide, or if you discover that tickets are sold out for your dates, you can always book a guided tour. Most companies always include entrance to the USS Arizona Memorial as part of their offering. 

We’ve done both guided tours and self-guided trips to Pearl Harbor, and the choice ultimately comes down to your travel preference or style. If you decide a guided tour is more up your alley, then check out our list of the best-rated Pearl Harbor tours . We have a helpful chart to show the sites each tour visits and we’ve included half-day and full-day tours so you can pick something that works with your schedule!

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Tips for Visiting Pearl Harbor Memorial With Kids

If you’re a parent of young children, there are a few extra things you’ll want to think about before visiting Pearl Harbor with kids. These are some of the tips we found helpful when visiting with our kids:

• Strollers are allowed, but not everywhere. You can bring a stroller into the main Visitor Center area of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, but if you’re heading to the USS Arizona, you’ll have to leave them before boarding the boat.
• Infants and Kids need a ticket for the USS Arizona Memorial. Even if they’ll be sitting in your lap for the boat ride, they still need a ticket in hand.
• No diaper bags! Bring everything you need (like diapers) and put it in a clear bag.
• Restrooms have changing tables but once you get on the boat to the USS Arizona Memorial, you’ll be without a bathroom for 45 min to 1 hour.
• Our kids enjoyed the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum the most!

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Pearl Harbor National Memorial is free to visit, although a $1 service charge is collected by recreation.gov to reserve tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial program. Visitors are encouraged to create and log in to their accounts before tickets are released since tickets are limited and may be reserved in their entirety in several minutes. Same-day, free tickets are no longer available at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. (See the "Booking Windows" tab for more information.) All visitors to the USS Arizona Memorial, regardless of their age, must have a ticket.  

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A visit to the USS Arizona Memorial is a solemn and sobering experience, even for those who were not alive when the attack occurred.  

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, part of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, is the primary portal for visitors coming to Pearl Harbor. It is open daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Interpretive programs available include a round trip boat trip to the USS Arizona Memorial and time spent on the memorial for reflection and contemplation. USS Arizona Memorial programs run frequently throughout each day. The visitor center is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.  

Parking at the visitor center is $7/day. This payment is collected through a virtual pay system on visitors’ mobile devices or via an onsite kiosk (this fee cannot be paid through recreation.gov). 

The visitor center is the gateway for visitors to expand their knowledge of World War II and the Pacific Theater by visiting neighboring independent historic sites: Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum , Battleship Missouri Memorial , and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum . Ticketing and tour information for these sites can be found at the Passport to Pearl Harbor Historic Sites page .

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Pearl Harbor National Memorial is a fee-free site, and the National Park Service does not charge for programs or for entrance fees.   

With a limited number of tickets available online each day, reservations can fill quickly. Reservations may be made up to 8 weeks (56 days) in advance. All tickets reserved for the USS Arizona Memorial program are final. There are no refunds for the $1.00 reservation fee under any circumstances. 

Ticket reservations may not be made by commercial operators or agencies except as provided under the terms of a Commercial Use Authorization with the park.

Other tickets, for the separately-managed Pearl Harbor Historic Sites, can be reserved at the Passport to Pearl Harbor Historic Sites page . 

Please arrive at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center at least thirty (30) minutes prior to your assigned tour time and be at the Validation Check in located at the Pearl Harbor Memorial Theater ten (10) minutes prior to your tour time to ensure you are checked-in. The Navy-operated boat will begin boarding at your tour time. If you are late you may miss your tour.

Bags are prohibited at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Clear, see-through stadium bags and bags containing medical devices or medication may be allowed into the site at the discretion of the National Park Service. Cameras, cell phones, and wallets are allowed. Bags may be secured in a storage facility near the visitor center entrance for a fee. More information is available on the park’s website, here .

Boat trips to the USS Arizona Memorial may be cancelled or modified due to boat mechanical issues, high winds, and other safety concerns. 

The visitor center has reserved accessible parking near the entrance. The restrooms, theaters, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desks, drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats and the USS Arizona Memorial are all fully accessible to visitors in wheelchairs or scooters. Walking the distance between facilities may be challenging for visitors with mobility issues. Several benches are located throughout the site for opportunities to rest. Please note: The visitor center does not offer wheelchairs to the public. Please use assistive devices with care; walkers with wheels have caused accidents when used as wheelchairs. Stay hydrated in the tropical climate. 

For hearing impaired visitors, all films are fully captioned in English. There is an induction loop for use with hearing aids in the theater. Visually impaired visitors will find signage in braille in addition to tactile models of various interpretive resources throughout the site. Braille booklets regarding Pearl Harbor are available at the information desk. 

Please plan for traffic and allow time to find parking in one of the paid-parking lots located within walking distance of the visitor center. Taxi cabs and ride share companies must follow parking lot signage, as well as all pick up and drop off protocols.  

Booking Windows

Primary Booking Window: Tickets are available 8 weeks (56 days) in advance at 3 pm HST on a rolling daily window. Example: On Monday, May 2, tickets will be available for Monday, June 27; on Tuesday, May 3, tickets will be available for Tuesday, June 28.  

Secondary Booking Window: Additional tickets are available one day in advance at 3 pm HST on a rolling daily window. Example: On May 3, additional tickets will be available for May 4; on May 4, additional tickets will be available for May 5.

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All tickets reserved for the USS Arizona Memorial program are final. There are no refunds for the $1.00 reservation fee under any circumstances. 

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We really enjoyed this tour. We were picked up right on time at our hotel and taken to the Pearl Harbor area. Our tour guide, walked us into the park and gave us all the details of where and what to see. He gave an explanation of what we would see. Everthing was well planned and our guide even pointed out several landmarks on the drive back to the hotel. Timing was perfect. I highly recommend this tour. The pickup was essentially on time. Our driver was great. Very patient and relatively soft spoken. He was a wealth of knowledge and I could tell well read. He got us to our destination on time. Explained how to get to our boat on time to the Arizona Memorial and to the Missouri. Our guide was knowledgable and we had a brief tour of downtown Honolulu and the Punchbowl. The vans were very clean and the AC worked well. The seats were comfortable and we weren’t crowded. We’ll definitely book again next time in Honolulu.

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We took this tour to Pearl Harbor on a windy rainy day and that caused some disappointment. I have to say first off that our driver, was excellent and tried to make the best of it. Once we got to the memorial park we were informed it was too windy for the Park Service/Navy to drive the boat out to the memorial itself, so after waiting for our scheduled time slot to see a 20-minute movie (that was good) we were left with over an hour to kill, in the rain, waiting for our van to return. The rest of the tour was ok, with a stop at the palace for a brief photo op, and some driving through other attractions, but overall the weather killed the experience for us.

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1. One of the best days to come to Pearl Harbor is on Dec 7th, this day has the most activities for visitors to experience, yet it’s one of the slowest days of the year.

2. Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is the only Aviation Museum in the country on an actual WWII battleground.

3. A few years ago, without notice, the US Navy sailors decided to end the USS Arizona Memorial shuttle early, with the excuse of bad weather, so that they could watch the Super Bowl. This led to hundreds of complaints that afternoon to the National Park Service, which in turn went to the Admiral of Pearl Harbor the next day. Needless to say, it never happened again.

Pearl Harbor Ticket – USS Arizona Memorial Ticket

The Arizona Memorial is the most visited attraction in Hawaii. For every 5 people visiting the Hawaiian Islands, only one has the opportunity to visit the most respected monument in the United States. This is because of the limitation of Arizona Memorial Tickets with around 5,000 people visiting Pearl Harbor every day. This adds up to around 2 million people a year visiting Pearl Harbor. One question that many people ask is, “Do I need Pearl Harbor tickets?” They also ask “How do I get Pearl Harbor Tickets?” The answer to the first question is: yes. You do need tickets to go to all of the Pearl Harbor Historic sites. For the USS Arizona Memorial, there are Arizona Memorial tickets that are in high demand and require a reservation. For the USS Missouri Battleship, there are USS Missouri Battleship tickets. For the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, there are Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum tickets. For the USS Bowfin Submarine, there are USS Bowfin Submarine tickets. The only ticket at Pearl Harbor that requires a reservation is the Arizona Memorial ticket. How can you go about getting one? This article will explain how:

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Pearl Harbor National Memorial is like no other destination in the United States; located on a World War II battlefield, serving as a strategic naval base for the United States pacific fleet, it is here during the Japanese Dec 7, 1941, sneak attack that our country lost 2,008 sailors, 218 army soldiers, and 109 Marines. In addition, the wounded included 1,178 service members and civilians that worked at Pearl Harbor. Of the 130 ships docked within the Harbor, 21 were severely damaged or sunk, and three of our Battleships were a total loss, the Arizona  Battleship ,  USS  Oklahoma  battleship , and the  USS  Utah  battleship .  Now Ford Island is the active military base of the US Navy.

For visitors of Pearl Harbor, it’s the opportunity to see firsthand where World War II began  for the United States. Many repeat visitors return to pay their respects at the  USS  Arizona  Memorial Monument  and explore the other Pearl Harbor Historical sites.

Pearl Harbor is one of our county’s most historic locations with seven distinct destinations, each with its own World War II story to tell, each site as compelling as the next, none you and your family will want to miss. The Pearl Harbor National Memorial includes the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, the  USS  Arizona  Memorial , the  USS  Bowfin  Submarine Museum & Park , the  USS  Missouri  Memorial , the  Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum , the USS  Oklahoma  Memorial, and the USS  Utah  Memorial . 

We have to credit the Navy and National Park Service for their vision, which led them to create the new $65 million Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. The Pearl Harbor National Memorial’s outdoor exhibits and museums have world-class displays. The Visitor Center offers movie documentaries with live footage of Dec 7, 1941, the day that launched the United States into WWII and the War in the Pacific.

The focal point of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial is the USS  Arizona , where 1,177 sailors and marines died when a Japanese armor-piercing bomb exploded in the ship’s ammunition magazine, which immediately sunk and ripped the ship into two. Each day, the US Navy transports the visitors to the  Arizona Memorial on a 150-passenger shuttle to allow them to pay their respects to these fallen heroes. A lot of people want to know about Pearl Harbor hour. Tours run daily, every 15 minutes, from 8 am to 3 pm.

Within the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center are museums, theaters, the USS  Bowfin  Submarine Museum & Park, the Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center, and a transportation depot to the USS Missouri Memorial, USS  Oklahoma  Memorial, and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum .

If you plan to visit Oahu, do not miss your opportunity to visit the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, not only for its historical importance but where your pride and patriotism will come alive!

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10 Historic Military Sites in the USA to Make You Proud

Posted: May 4, 2024 | Last updated: May 4, 2024

The United States is dotted with historic military sites that tell the stories of bravery, strategy, and the evolution of our national defense forces. Each site offers a unique glimpse into the periods of conflict that have shaped the nation. Here are ten historic military sites across the USA that will fill you with pride for the country’s military heritage.

1. Gettysburg National Military Park, Pennsylvania

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The site of the Civil War’s most famous battle, Gettysburg is where President Abraham Lincoln delivered his iconic Gettysburg Address. The park preserves the landscape of this turning point in American history, offering visitors a profound look at the sacrifices made for unity.

2. USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

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This memorial honors the lives lost during the December 7, 1941, Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which precipitated the United States’ entry into World War II. The sunken USS Arizona remains a somber reminder of the sacrifices of war.

3. Fort McHenry, Maryland

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Best known for its role in the War of 1812 when it successfully defended Baltimore Harbor from an attack by the British navy, Fort McHenry inspired Francis Scott Key to write what would become the national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

4. Minute Man National Historical Park, Massachusetts

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Visit the battlefields and structures associated with the first battles of the American Revolution in April 1775. The park is a tribute to the minute men who stood ready at a moment’s notice to defend their homes and freedom.

5. National WWII Museum, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Originally founded as the D-Day Museum, this museum offers a comprehensive look at the American experience in WWII, celebrating the American Spirit, teamwork, and the industrial effort of the war years.

6. USS Midway Museum, San Diego, California

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Located aboard the aircraft carrier Midway, the museum offers a dynamic and enriching experience through numerous restored aircraft, exhibits, and interactive experiences, highlighting the carrier’s role from WWII through Operation Desert Storm.

7. Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, Virginia

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Though located in the U.S., it commemorates the lives of the U.S. military members who died in Europe during World War II. It’s a powerful symbol of the transatlantic bonds that have shaped our military and political history.

8. Independence Hall, Pennsylvania

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While primarily known as the birthplace of the United States, Independence Hall also has a military history as the meeting place of the Second Continental Congress, which managed the Colonial war effort during the American Revolution.

9. The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas

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Remember the Alamo, where a small group of Texan defenders held out for 13 days against the Mexican army in 1836. The site symbolizes courage and sacrifice in pursuit of liberty.

10. Saratoga National Historical Park, New York

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Site of the Battle of Saratoga, this park commemorates the decisive victory that proved to be the turning point of the Revolutionary War, convincing France to recognize and support the United States.

Never Forget

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These sites not only offer a journey through critical moments in U.S. history but also serve as memorials to the courage, determination, and sacrifice that defined generations. Visiting these locations provides a profound sense of pride in America’s military past and its ongoing legacy.

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