Historic ships
Explore a fleet including Star of India and HMS Surprise.
Located on San Diego's waterfront, the Maritime Museum of San Diego is a museum dedicated to maritime history and historic vessels. Visitors can board ships including Star of India, HMS Surprise, and San Salvador, and explore exhibits about seafaring heritage and maritime artistry. General admission includes access to the ships and exhibits, with docent-led and group tours available. The museum also offers experiences on the water. Take a 45-minute historic bay cruise aboard Pilot, join a naval history tour on Swift Boat, or sail on the historic San Salvador or tall ship Californian. Some sailing experiences let guests join the crew and haul lines. Special events include concerts, themed experiences, and exhibits throughout the year.
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Explore a fleet including Star of India and HMS Surprise.
Take a 45-minute historic cruise aboard Pilot.
Sail aboard San Salvador or Californian.
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