Battleship IOWA Tickets

Explore Battleship IOWA on a self-guided visit with Wi-Fi, brochures, and Vicky's Scavenger Hunt included.

Getting started

Head straight to the entrance of Battleship IOWA and check in with your ticket for access to the ship. Once on board, you can pick up brochures that outline suggested routes and key exhibits. Set your own pace from the start of this self-guided experience, choosing where to go first as you step onto the main deck.

What to expect

Battleship IOWA

Battleship IOWA is a WWII, Korean War, and Cold War legend, now preserved as a museum ship with over 75 different exhibits to explore. You move through the ship at your own pace, choosing which areas to focus on, from life on board to the ship's engineering and combat roles.

Features

• Over the course of your self-guided experience, you can follow clearly marked paths to immerse yourself in the engineering and historical significance of Battleship IOWA as a combat vessel across three major conflicts. Exhibits along the way highlight how the ship was operated and the roles of the crew who served on board.
• Access to onboard Wi-Fi helps you navigate and learn as you go, supporting any digital content or maps you choose to use during your visit. This connectivity lets you deepen your understanding of specific exhibits in real time.
• Vicky's Scavenger Hunt is available for younger visitors, turning the ship into a search-and-find mission that keeps kids engaged while they explore. The Vicky the Dog scavenger hunt connects them with child-friendly clues that relate to life on the ship.
• Brochures available on board provide concise information about key areas and exhibits, so you can quickly understand the layout and decide which sections to prioritize. These printed guides support a flexible route that suits different interests.
• The new Life of a Sailor interactive experience gives you a closer look at daily routines on board, helping you picture how sailors lived and worked at sea. This adds a practical, human angle to the more than 75 exhibits you encounter.