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USS Midway Museum

910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
619-544-9600
As featured in 3 days in San Diego and 1 other guide
Ranked #1 of 193 attractions in San Diego
4.5 of 5 stars 1490 Reviews
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Type: Ships, Museums, Military Museums, Speciality Museums
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: The USS Midway Museum is a real naval aircraft carrier that served in the United States Navy for 47 years.  Large and very impressive, it has real... more »
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Los Angeles, California
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

It would be sinfull to miss this carrier, which we the tax payers have purchased! I had the opportunity to also see a concert there with Three Dog Night and The World Classic Rockers. It was great!

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Benton, Kentucky
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Loved it! Got to see tons of real military aircraft on board, had a great meal on the back deck, and learned a ton about the history of the USS Midway all while staring out of San Diego harbor. Great time!

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Vancouver, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

What a great time we had on this aircraft carrier. So many things were interesting and we got to meet former navy personnel who had actually work on the ship. Make sure you spend time on the top deck and listen to the tales of landing the planes and sending them off. It really gave us a great idea of... More

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San Diego, CA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

For those with any interest in our incredible military, past and present, the USS Midway is an awesome venue. See firsthand what life was like on an aircraft carrier. You'll come away with a strong appreciation of what life was like for our U.S. Navy personnel charged with protecting our freedom. Be prepared to climb some stairs, or ride the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We really liked the USS Midway. Some areas are not accessible with small children.

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Copenhagen, Denmark
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49 reviews 49 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Fantastic to experience the dimension when you walk around this huge ship

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Valencia, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Awesom time. A must see for any family looking for something to do in San Diego.

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Aiea, Hawaii
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Much more so than other big ship museums like this, the Midway is right in the middle of town with great vistas in every direction. Even if some members of your family aren't particularly interested in the ship, this is a wonder place to spend some time while downtown. You can also visit other sailing ships and nautical heritage sights... More

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I served in the Navy during the Vietnam War. Most of my sea time was spent with an F4 fighter squadron aboard the aircraft carriers USS America and the USS Independence. Being on the flight deck of USS Midway brought back so many years of experience. And it turned out that I knew a couple of the docents from our... More

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Kastav
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Definitely must see in San Diego. Whole area in the harbour is intersting including famous kiss monument but Midway is a pearl in the crown

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