---
title: Navy SEAL Museum San Diego
slug: navy-seal-museum-san-diego
type: attraction
sub_type: museums
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/navy-seal-museum-san-diego
city: San Diego
state: CA
country: US
address: 1001 Kettner Blvd
geo:
  lat: 32.71651
  lng: -117.16901
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:29:50.934Z
price_from:
  amount: 20
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 5
  count: 1
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Museum General Admission
        price: 20
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Youth (4-12 yrs)
            min_age: 4
            max_age: 12
---
## Overview

Navy SEAL Museum San Diego brings elite military history to life through interactive galleries, VR missions, and real-world artifacts that highlight SEAL courage and innovation. Dynamic storytelling and hands-on tech create a compelling visit exploring equipment, operations, and SEAL heritage.

## What's Included
- Admission to the Navy SEAL Museum San Diego
- Access to interactive exhibits, artifacts, and a virtual reality mission simulator
- Opportunity to hear real-life stories from retired SEALs and SWCCs serving as museum docents

## What's Not Included
- Food or drink (not allowed inside the museum)
- Parking (public parking available nearby but not included)

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## Ticket Options

- **Museum General Admission** — $20.00
  This San Diego museum includes access to immersive galleries, theater, and hands-on displays, ideal for those looking to step inside the world of Navy SEALs.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Youth (4-12 yrs)

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## Good to Know
- Self-guided indoor experience featuring interactive exhibits, artifacts, Navy SEAL history, and a virtual reality mission simulator.
- Hear real-life stories from retired SEALs and SWCCs serving as museum docents.
- Look up to see a full SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) suspended above the main exhibit.
- Quiet spaces and the Navy SEAL Memorial honor those who gave their lives in service.
- Free admission for active/reserve military and children under age 3.
- Located downtown near the USS Midway Museum and across from the Santa Fe Depot station.
- No food or drink allowed inside the museum.
- The museum is closed on Mondays; hours vary by day.

## Cancellation Policy

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## FAQs

### What should I expect from the San Diego Navy SEAL Museum?
Expect an immersive, interactive journey into SEAL history, with exhibits, VR, and retired SEAL docents sharing real-life stories.

### Where is the museum located?
The museum is located at 1001 Kettner Blvd in downtown San Diego, close to the USS Midway Museum and Maritime Museum of San Diego and across the street from Santa Fe Depot station.

### Is parking available near the museum?
Yes, there are several public parking options near the Navy SEAL Museum San Diego. Street parking is available throughout downtown but may be limited and subject to fees. Nearby lots include America Plaza Parking (one block away, usually closed on weekends), ACE Parking at 1600 Pacific Highway, and the Manchester Surface Lot. You can also use apps like Parkopedia or ParkSmarter to check real-time availability.

### Is the museum appropriate for children?
Yes, the museum features interactive exhibits and engaging displays that many children enjoy. Some content references combat, so consider your child's sensitivity. Children under 3 enter free, and those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

### How much time should I plan for a visit?
Plan for about 1 hour to explore the key galleries and interactive experiences at a comfortable pace.

### Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Navy SEAL Museum in San Diego is wheelchair accessible.

### Who leads the tours or interactives in the museum?
Many of the docents are retired SEALs, offering personal, first-hand accounts to bring authenticity to the exhibits.

### Is the museum open every day?
The museum is closed on Mondays. Hours vary on other days, so check the schedule before your visit.

### Are pets allowed inside the museum?
Only service animals are permitted inside the museum.

## Reviews

> "Navy Seal tribute"
> — MLIPhoenix_Arizona, Reviewed May 06, 2026