About this experience
Explore America's World War II history at the Pearl Harbour Aviation Museum, the site of the initial Pearl Harbour attack. Hangar 37 features artefacts from the attack to the Battle of Midway while Hangar 79 continues the story, showcasing American airpower from WWII to the Gulf Wars. The Raytheon Pavilion offers a variety of exhibits presenting American history.
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What to expect
Shuttle to Ford Island
Board the complimentary shuttle bus at Pearl Harbour Visitor Centre; it departs daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and delivers you directly to the museum on the active military base.
Hangar 37
Begin in the museum's oldest hangar, where exhibits cover the Pearl Harbour attack and the pivotal Battle of Midway through aircraft, artefacts, and personal accounts.
Hangar 79
Continue into Hangar 79, which picks up the story from the later years of WWII and carries it through to the Gulf Wars era.
Raytheon Pavilion and outdoor exhibits
Explore the pavilion's broader American history displays and the outdoor aircraft on show at your own pace, regardless of which ticket option you hold.
Option 2 addition: C-47 and restoration shop
Guided tour ticket holders board a legendary C-47 transport plane and visit Lt. Ted Shealy's restoration shop to see conservation work in progress.
Option 3 addition: Ford Island Control Tower
Control Tower ticket holders take a guided climb to the observation deck for 360-degree views over Pearl Harbour and Ford Island.
Return shuttle
Ride the shuttle bus back to Pearl Harbour Visitor Centre at the end of your visit.
How to redeem
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, 319 Lexington Boulevard, Honolulu, HI, USA
- 1Make your way to Pearl Harbour Visitor Centre and board the complimentary shuttle bus to Ford Island. Present your mobile or printed ticket on arrival at the museum.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted, so there is no need to print anything.
How do I get to the museum? Can I drive there?
Ford Island is an active military base and is not accessible by private vehicle. All visitors travel via the complimentary shuttle bus, which departs from Pearl Harbour Visitor Centre daily between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
The museum itself is wheelchair accessible. However, the Ford Island Control Tower observation deck requires climbing two flights of steep stairs using handrails, so it is not suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Can children visit, and is there a minimum age?
Children are welcome. Those under 4 years old enter free of charge. Children wishing to access the Ford Island Control Tower observation deck must be at least 107 cm tall.
What is the difference between the three ticket options?
All three options include full museum access. Option 1 adds an audio guide for Hangars 37 and 79. Option 2 includes the Legends of Pearl Harbour guided tour, boarding a C-47, and a visit to the restoration shop. Option 3 includes a guided tour of the Ford Island Control Tower with 360-degree views from the observation deck.
What are the opening hours?
The shuttle bus runs daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Check the official museum website before your visit to confirm current daily opening hours, as these can vary.