The guided tour was worth the extra 10-15 minute wait. If you take the self-guided tour, you only get to see the top deck. By taking the guided tour, you get to see the lower decks and hear/see how the ship was built and the battles it fought. A great FREE attraction, although watch where you park! The signage isn't very good. We followed a public parking sign and ended up in a valet park residential building that was $7 per 2 hrs! There is a parking lot closer to the ship that they have contracted with and will validate your ticket. One of our tour guides said the raising of the flag at it's opening each morning is quite nice. The museum is very nice, also.




