USS Midway Museum Entry + Embarcadero Walking Tour

Downtown San Diego, San Diego



Skip the line at the USS Midway Museum and explore naval history through docents and self-guided exhibits, then enjoy a GPS-activated walking tour along San Diego’s scenic Embarcadero.

This activity offers skip-the-line access to the USS Midway Museum in San Diego and a GPS-activated audio tour along the Embarcadero, suitable for history enthusiasts and casual visitors.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line entry to the USS Midway Museum
  • Explore the aircraft carrier with stories from former sailors
  • GPS-activated audio tour along the Embarcadero waterfront
  • Discover historic vessels and Seaport Village
  • Learn about San Diego’s maritime heritage, architecture, and culture

Description

Enjoy skip-the-line access to the USS Midway Museum, a historic aircraft carrier turned museum featuring restored aircraft, flight deck views, and interactive exhibits. Experience naval life firsthand by exploring areas like the engine room and bridge while listening to real stories from former sailors.

Continue your visit with a self-paced, GPS-activated audio tour along the Embarcadero. This walking tour reveals San Diego’s waterfront highlights, including the Maritime Museum and Seaport Village, with narration triggered automatically as you walk. Learn about the waterfront’s maritime history, architecture, public art, and parks.

Free admission to the USS Midway Museum applies to children aged 3 and under, active-duty military personnel with valid ID, and reservists. To claim free entry, visit the ticket booth on the day of your visit. Other guests must purchase tickets.

Includes

  • Skip-the-line entry to the USS Midway Museum
  • GPS-activated audio tour of the Embarcadero

Excludes

  • Live tour guide

Important Information

  • The Embarcadero audio tour requires downloading an additional app. Narration plays automatically based on your GPS location.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a smartphone with the required app downloaded. Visit during daylight hours to fully enjoy the outdoor waterfront tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

It includes skip-the-line access to the USS Midway Museum and a GPS-activated audio tour along San Diego’s Embarcadero waterfront.
Skip-the-line access allows you to bypass standard ticket lines for quicker entry into the USS Midway Museum in San Diego.
Yes, the tour covers San Diego’s maritime heritage, waterfront culture, historic vessels, and architecture.
The GPS-activated audio tour follows San Diego’s Embarcadero waterfront, including Seaport Village and nearby parks.
Yes, the museum offers interactive exhibits and stories from former sailors that appeal to families and history enthusiasts alike.
Yes, the GPS-activated audio tour requires a smartphone or compatible device to activate location-based content along San Diego’s Embarcadero.
Check the USS Midway Museum’s website for current opening hours and seasonal visitor information.
Yes, the audio tour involves walking along San Diego’s waterfront, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Yes, after entry, you can explore the USS Midway aircraft carrier at your own pace using the included audio guide and exhibits.
Yes, the tour highlights several historic vessels docked along San Diego’s Embarcadero waterfront.

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