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USS LEXINGTON

2914 N. Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78403
800-523-9539, 361-888-4873
4.5 of 5 stars 211 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, History Museums, Military Bases/ Facilities
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Visitors can tour the most highly decorated aircraft carrier of World War II, now a floating museum since its retirement after 48 years of service, a... more » Owner description: Visitors can tour the most highly decorated aircraft carrier of World War II, now a floating museum since its retirement after 48 years of service, a longer tour than any other ship in the U.S. Navy. The 16-story "Blue Ghost" displays military artifacts and more than a dozen aircraft, and visitors can explore the vessel, watch a video, and try a flight simulation. « less
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Austin
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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This is an awesome place to explore for hours. The military retirees onboard the ship are a wealth of information. I was amazed at how much of the ship we could tour vs other ships we have visited. Excellent collection of aircraft to see on the top deck The 3D movie on racing aircraft was an extra added attraction. Be... More

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Littleton, Colorado
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19 reviews 19 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This is great. I spent 4 hours wondering thru all the self guided tours. I visited a carrier in SC and this is far superior display. Worth the price and very informative.

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Kingwood, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

The preservation work on this ship is well above average for its age. The displays and artifacts are numerous, accurate and well presented. As a Navy veteran, I'm pleased to see that the general public can get an accurate representation of Navy life and combat. This is a must see for a half day outing.

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San Antonio, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Pretty neat...lots of history; a must see...especially for those that have never been on a naval vessel and even for those that have.

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covington texas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

I'm a huge history buff so this was right up my alley. Its a lot of walking and a lot of tight spaces but was awesome to see everything. We've been several times over the. Last few years and it never gets old

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Bluntzer, Texas, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

I absolutely love the Lexintgon! It is a staple for the Corpus Christi area. It is not only educational but entertaining with the Imax theater on board as well as live re-enactments. The videos and audio throughout the boat offer great information in a way as to not bore even children. There is so much to explore and kids get... More

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Decatur, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

I went to the Lexington because my dad was actually on this ship when he was in the Navy. It was great to see and learn about the history of this ship.

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Temple, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Great Comeback of One of The Famous WW2 Air Craft Carriers

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Rockport, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

There was no one to help us understand what we were looking at. Some of the best of the ship was too hard to climb to see. Would like to have had a list of those who had served on her and especially those that served more than once in my lifetime.

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

This is a must do while in Corpus Christi. It is an easy bus trip from the Grand Best Wetern

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