Explore 9 levels of the ship from the Main and Secondary Plotting rooms to the Bridge. The tour includes the Engine Room, Turret II Barbette, Main Deck, 2nd and 3rd Decks, and the 1st Platform plus four levels above Main Deck to the 04 Level. This is the tour that will leave you amazed at this powerful engineering marvel. The Full Guided Tour does require going up and down several ladders (stairs) and is not recommended for visitors with mobility issues.

See what it was like aboard a floating city! 2,300 sailors and officers lived and worked aboard this floating city at sea. The tour includes living spaces, sick bay, mess decks, ship’s stores, barber shop, enlisted and officer galleys, and so much more. Go back in time and live the experience!

There is plenty to discover on the Topside Tour! Learn about the Battleship’s history, operations, armament, equipment, and life at sea. You will tour the Main Deck and up 4 levels to the Pilot House (Bridge). Along the way, you will learn about the Admiral’s Cabin, Combat Information Center, and Signal Bridge. In the event of inclement weather, a portion of this tour may be moved inside the Ship. This tour requires going up and down several ship ladders (stairs).

This tour is an overview that focuses on the Battleship’s 16-inch and 5-inch gun systems. You will have the opportunity to follow the general procedure for firing the guns, from target identification and acquisition in the Combat Information Center and fire control directors to the development of the fire control solution in Main and Secondary Battery Plot. A visit to the powder magazines, projectiles handling space, and the gun house completes the process that ended with a REALLY big bang. The Big Bang Tour does require going up and down several ladders (stairs) and is not recommended for visitors with mobility issues.