USS Hornet Museum - Alameda Museum

  • Address: 460 Alameda Point,Alameda, CA 94501
  • Phone: 510-521-8448,
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  • Website:www.uss-hornet.org
USS Hornet Museum
460 Alameda Point
Alameda, CA 94501

USS Hornet Museum Details

Descriptions from Across the Web

  • The aircraft carrier USS HORNET is a national treasure, having participated in two of the greatest events of the 20th century -- World War II and the Apollo 11 manned space mission. Imagine walking in the footsteps of the first men on the moon! Now peacefully moored at historic Alameda Point on S... more on MuseumStuff.com
  • Explore an authentically restored aircraft carrier from Captain's Bridge to Engine Room. A National Historical Landmark, this ship participated in WWII and the Apollo 11 moon mission. Exhibits include naval aircraft and the West Coast's largest display of Apollo artifacts. In addition to being ... more on Visitberkeley.com
  • Famous aircraft carrier from World War II. more on TripAdvisor
  • The aircraft carrier USS Hornet participated in two of the greatest events of the 20th century - World War II and the Apollo 11 manned space mission.Now peacefully moored at historic Alameda Point on San Francisco Bay, the USS Hornet serves as a memorial to those who defended American values and ... more on GoCityKids.com
  • Explore an authentically restored aircraft carrier from Captain's Bridge to Engine Room. A National Historical Landmark, this ship participated in WWII and the Apollo 11 moon mission. Exhibits include naval aircraft and the West Coast's largest display of Apollo artifacts. In addition to being a ... more on VisitBerkeley.com

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4.0
worth the visit

We spent almost 3 hours exploring the different levels of the aircraft carrier. Even saw an airplane lifted to the flight deck. Had a great time. The tour guides are mostly former navy personnel and are very informative. This is the ... a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

4.0
A full-size toy for kids

Kids have a great time seeing the airplanes up close and climbing the ship's ladders. Favorite part of the ship for most is the Captain's bridge. Watch for airplanes ... a user of Go City Kids. Read full review on GoCityKids.com

Educational and fun!

The USS Hornet is like a giant metal jungle gym with historical interest! The tours have you walking, climbing and ... a user of Trekaroo. Read full review on Trekaroo

Tripadvisorlogo-11383-0
5.0
Fantastic Experience !

The museum folks have restored many of the ship's compartments wonderfully. There are many aircraft exhibits (inc a modern F-14 Tomcat) plus the only Apollo MQF (astronaut quarantine trailer) outside of the Smithsonian - the Hornet recovered Apollo 11 ... A TripAdvisor Member, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

Tripadvisorlogo-11383-0
5.0
Simply... Amazing!!!!

Flashlight tour is the best. See unseen parts of the ship yet to be opened. Guides that served on the ship give amazing insight to life on the ship and interesting stories. Being that it is all volunteers working the ship; you can feel the love for what they do and passion they have for this grea... A TripAdvisor Member, a user of Tripadvisor. Read full review on TripAdvisor

Directions

From San Francisco: Cross the Bay Bridge towards Oakland and follow the signs for S-880/San Jose/Alameda. Take Broadway/Alameda exit and turn right on 5th street. After proceeding at least three blocks, merge into left lane and follow signs to Alameda via

Hours

Hours: Daily 10am-5pm.

Miscellaneous

  • Admission: Adults $14; Seniors/Military $12; Youths $6; Children 4 & under Free.

Other Web Resources

  • www.uss-hornet.org
  • http://www.visitberkeley.com
  • http://www.visitcalifornia.com

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