Overview
Climb aboard two National Historic Landmark ships, the 1892 Cruiser Olympia and the WWII and Cold War Submarine Becuna. Maneuver an underwater robotic vehicle, fire a mock cannon and explore U.S. naval history. Visit the Workshop on the water to see wooden boat builders in action. Discover the atmosphere of Philadelphia’s historic shipyards with Diligence, the 1797 re-created gunboat once built in Philadelphia to defend this young country from pirates.
What's Included
- Independence Seaport Museum Admission
- Entry/Admission - Independence Seaport Museum
- The listed price does not include parking fees. There are several public parking lots in the area as well as metered spots on the streets. Museum does not own a parking facility.
What To Expect
Visit: Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3199
Visit two National Historic Landmark ships, the 1892 Cruiser Olympia and the WWII and Cold War Submarine Becuna. Olympia is known for being Admiral Dewey's flagship during the Spanish American War and also receiving the honor of bringing the soldier for internment for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery.
Becuna is a more modern day example of the technology and bravery of submariners in WWII and
The Location
Where To Go
Independence Seaport Museum, 211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3199
Departure time
| Saturday: | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
| Sunday: | 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM |
| Monday - Sunday: | 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
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It was so so awesome!!!<br/> My...
Nancy L P | Sep 2020
It was so so awesome!!!
My son and I came to visit the ‘boat’.... Submarines are never called ships. They are boats......
USS Bacuna. My Dad was ‘Cookie’ on the boat during WWII. The Host and his volunteer partner were very very kind to us.
We really enjoyed touring the...
mom2dcb | Aug 2017
We really enjoyed touring the 2 ships. The museum was very informative.
Where do I start? Of...
Pamela H | Apr 2017
Where do I start? Of all the places we went during our stay this was by far our favorite. From the exhibits and hands on exhibits for our grandsons 7 and 9 in the museum, along with watching the boat builders work on boats, having one talk with
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wheelchair accessible within the museum
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