Overview

Join us on a powerful historic journey starting with the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941 that catapulted the U.S. into World War II and culminating with the September 2, 1945 surrender that ended the global conflict. Book your tickets now and explore the Pearl Harbor Battleship tour in Oahu. En-route to Pearl Harbor, our expert guide will recount the pivotal events leading up to the early morning aerial bombardment. Upon arrival at Pearl Harbor, you’ll begin with the USS Arizona Memorial Experience. Learn about the 1,177 seamen who tragically perished when the USS Arizona was bombed and sank within minutes in the 23-minute documentary featuring original archival footage. Imagine what that morning was like for these sailors as you cross the harbor to the Memorial on a Navy vessel. As you step aboard the USS Arizona Memorial, you’ll notice an air of quiet contemplation and honor. You are standing over the sunken battleship.

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

1. 1

   Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center

   At the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you can explore various exhibits that provide historical context about the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. View a 23-minute documentary film that provides an overview of the attack, its impact, and the significance of the USS Arizona Memorial After the introductory exhibits and film, you will board a U.S. Navy-operated boat for a short ride to the USS Arizona Memorial. The 10-minute ride across the harbor is calm and offers views of the surrounding military installations **Admission tickets to the attractions on your tour will be provided by your guide on the day of your tour**

   2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

2. 2

   USS Arizona Memorial

   The USS Arizona Memorial is a white, open-air structure that spans the remains of the sunken battleship. It's a solemn and quiet place, designed to allow visitors to reflect on the sacrifices made by the sailors and Marines who were lost during the attack Viewing the Wreckage: Inside the memorial you can look down into the water to see parts of the sunken battleship. The ship's outline is visible just below the surface, and oil droplets, often referred to as "The Tears of the Arizona," can still be seen rising to the surface Remembrance Wall: At the far end of the memorial is a wall inscribed with the names of the 1,177 crew members who lost their lives aboard the USS Arizona. This wall serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war

   1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

3. 3

   Battleship Missouri Memorial

   Walk the deck of the last battleship the US ever built in footprints of General MacArthur and Admiral Chester Nimitz. It was on the deck of the Missouri in 1945 that the Instrument of Surrender was signed ending WWII. The guided deck tour includes viewing officer and crew quarters, artillery, a kamikaze aircraft crash, and a Surrender ceremony.

   2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

4. 4

   USS Oklahoma Memorial

   The only land-based memorial at Pearl Harbor, the USS Oklahoma Memorial honors the more than 400 servicemen who lost their lives aboard the ship during the flurry of attacks on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Second only in casualties to the USS Arizona on that fateful day, the Oklahoma Memorial on Ford Island.

   2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Visiting the museums is not part of this tour. If you want to visit the museums choose the Complete Pearl Harbor Experience tour
• Purses and bags are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags may be stored for $7.00 each
• Clear plastic bags are allowed, such as those allowed at football games, in which the contents are readily visible
• Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight, plastic, transparent shopping bags are allowed
• Meals are at your own expense
• There are a few on-site dining options at the Visitors Center and near the Battleship Missouri , such as food trucks, snack stands, or cafes where you can purchase and enjoy food before or after your tour
• Sites are subject to close due to stormy weather
• There is no smoking allowed on the visitor center grounds or at the memorial
• Wear comfortable shoes you will be walking much of the tour
• No swimwear is allowed
• Respectful Silence: Visitors are encouraged to maintain a respectful silence while on the USS Arizona Memorial to honor the fallen. The atmosphere is one of reflection and reverence, allowing tourists to connect emotionally with the events of the past
• If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
• NOTE: Pick up time is up to 30 minutes or more before the listed tour time. We will contact you the day before via text/email with approx pick up time and location.
• USS Arizona Memorial Notice: Advance USS Arizona Memorial passes are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If advance passes are unavailable, guests may join the National Park Service standby line, where admission is based on available space and is also not guaranteed.
• Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk 4 city blocks
• This experience will have a maximum of 24 travelers
• 1–24 travelers per booking
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted, one per booking

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