Guests often plan to explore the steam ships, submarines and tall sailing ships plus below deck exhibits for a couple of hours and then take to the water for an on the water glimpse and study of San Diego Bay's history and to learn about the city's deep connection to the US Navy. Bay tour schedule varies. Please check with the Museum for availability.

The Maritime Museum of San Diego is kid friendly and encourages hands-on experiences for families. Several of the historic ships are available to host weddings and receptions, reunions, team-building programs, retirement parties, anniversaries and more. Brides love the waterfront location and their breathtaking photos from their special day. The Museum offers tall ship sailing adventures, and whale watching.

Nested aboard several vessels, including the historic 1898 steam ferry Berkeley, 1863 Star of India, Navy frigate HMS Surprise, 1542 galleon replica San Salvador, 1904 steam yacht medea, and USS Dolphin and Soviet naval sumbarine, guests can discover a wide range of art, photography, ships models, videos, and maritime artifacts spanning 500 years. 

The Museum Gift Shop is open daily and sells a wide range of souvenirs, apparel, toys, home accessories, historic and academic books, posters and other maritime memorabilia for your sea loving friends and family members.

The 501c3 non-profit Museum enjoys an international reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining, and operating historic vessels including the world’s oldest active sailing ship, Star of India. Maritime Museum of San Diego is ranked as one of the nation’s top attractions offering self-guided tours, docent-guided group tours, tall ship charters and historic bay cruises, year-round public events, educational programs, and a distinctive venue for corporate/private events. The Museum is open daily along Star of India Wharf at 1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101-3309. 619.234.9153. Sdmaritime.org.