---
title: Maritime Museum of San Diego Tickets & Sailing Adventures
slug: maritime-museum-san-diego
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/maritime-museum-san-diego
city: San Diego
state: CA
country: US
address: Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N Harbor Drive
geo:
  lat: 32.72141
  lng: -117.17318
duration: up to 4 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:17:11.107Z
price_from:
  amount: 26
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 1834
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Maritime Museum of San Diego General Admission
        price: 26
        regular_price: 28
        savings: 2
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (18-61 yrs)
            min_age: 18
            max_age: 61
          - name: Senior (62+ yrs)
            min_age: 62
          - name: Youth (6-17 yrs)
            min_age: 6
            max_age: 17
          - name: Young Child (0-5 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 5
      - name: San Salvador Sailing Adventure  Museum Admission
        price: 80
        regular_price: 85
        savings: 5
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (18-61 yrs)
            min_age: 18
            max_age: 61
          - name: Senior (62+ yrs)
            min_age: 62
          - name: Youth - Sailing Adventures (0-17 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 17
---
## Overview

One of the finest collections of historic ships worldwide, the Maritime Museum of San Diego offers exhibits, daily tours, cultural events, and educational programs. It is home to the world's oldest active ship, the Star of India.

## What's Included
- Admission to the Maritime Museum of San Diego.
- Access to historic ships such as the Star of India, steam ferry Berkeley, steam yacht Medea, harbor pilot boat Pilot, tall ship Californian, and H.M.S. Surprise.
- Entry to rotating and permanent exhibitions exploring maritime history.
- Access to the on-site MacMullen Library and Research Archives.

## What's Not Included
- Parking fees.

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## Ticket Options

- **Maritime Museum of San Diego General Admission** — $26.00 (regularly $28.00, save $2.00)
  Explore 500 years of maritime heritage with access to historic vessels, immersive exhibits, and a narrated bay cruise aboard a 1914 Pilot boat. From the legendary Star of India to hands-on galleries, it’s a must-visit for history and sailing enthusiasts!
  - Adult (18-61 yrs)
  - Senior (62+ yrs)
  - Youth (6-17 yrs)
  - Young Child (0-5 yrs)
- **San Salvador Sailing Adventure  Museum Admission** — $80.00 (regularly $85.00, save $5.00)
  Enjoy a four-hour sailing experience aboard San Salvador, a replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s 16th-century flagship, following his historic 1542 route on San Diego Bay with included same-day admission to the Maritime Museum of San Diego.
  - Adult (18-61 yrs)
  - Senior (62+ yrs)
  - Youth - Sailing Adventures (0-17 yrs)

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## Good to Know
- Parking fees apply.
- Self-guided tour.
- Tour duration: approx. 2 hours.
- Home to the world’s oldest active ship, the Star of India.

## Cancellation Policy
Free Changes & Cancellations — see details upon selection.

## FAQs

### What are the hours of operation?
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily. Museum Ticket Booth closes at 4:00 p.m. Last guest admission 4:00 p.m. daily. Hours of operation are subject to change and may vary with special events.

### Is museum parking available onsite?
No. However, there are multiple parking spaces and lots located around the museum: (1) Metered Port Parking Spaces: The lot directly in front of the Maritime Museum has Port of San Diego metered spaces. They are enforced 10:00 am – 8:00 pm from Monday – Sunday and are good for up to 3 hours. Port does routinely check if a car has been parked for longer than 3 hours and will ticket. The 3-hour time limit applies to Sundays on Port parking. (2) Day Lots: There are also several day lots (pay to park) within a few blocks of the museum including: - County garage across the street holds about 257 cars, pricing varies from $10-$20 per car. - The Midway lot is open to the public. - Take the trolley. Trolley stations have lots at El Cajon, Amaya, Grossmont, Qualcomm, Mission Valley, Fashion Valley, and Old Town. - Rideshare and public transportation MTS bus systems are other alternatives.

### Is the museum appropriate for all ages?
Yes.

### What exhibits are at the museum?
The museum general admission includes entry to temporary and permanent exhibits including: - Wish You Were Here - Wind & Water - Swift Boats At War In Vietnam - Charting The Sea - Age of Sail - Age Of Steam - Harvesting The Ocean - San Diego's Navy - And more

## Reviews

> "Great Museum"
> — 777karinv, May 22, 2025

> "A museum not to miss!"
> — 798BarbaraL, November 10, 2024