Real Pirates is at Nauticus from November 21, 2009 - April 4, 2010. If you need assistance in planning your visit, please call (757) 664-1000 or toll free at (800) 664-1080.
NAUTICUS ADMISSION
(November 21, 2009, through April 4, 2010)
Nauticus & Real Pirates
Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Battleship Wisconsin
Open daily 10 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., weather permitting
Nauticus and the Real Pirates exhibit will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Nauticus Admission Prices:
(Through April 4, 2010)
Combo Admission Includes Nauticus, the Battleship Wisconsin and Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship on exhibit at the Half Moone Cruise and Celebration Center.
Adults ................................................................ $18.95
Children (ages 4-12) ........................................... $14.95
Group rate (adult)* ............................................. $14.95
Group rate (child)* .............................................. $12.95
Children (ages 3 & under) .................................... Free
*(For pre-booked parties of 15 or more)
Real Pirates exhibit only
Adults .................................................................. $12
Children (ages 4-12) .............................................. $9
Member (adult) ..................................................... $12
Member (child) ..................................................... $9
Children (ages 3 & under) ...................................... Free
Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin only
Adults .................................................................. $10.95
Children (ages 4-12) ............................................. $8.50
Members .............................................................. Free
Children (ages 3 & under) ...................................... Free
Ask about AAA, military and senior discounts.
No discount coupons will be accepted during the run of Real Pirates unless they relate specifically to the exhibit as noted on the coupon.
Complimentary admission tickets will be accepted for admission to Nauticus only (unless otherwise noted on the ticket) during the run of Real Pirates.
Nauticus and the Real Pirates exhibit will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
RESERVING TICKETS
Admission to Real Pirates requires a timed-entry ticket that must be purchased in combination with a general admission ticket to Nauticus. To ensure that you can enter the exhibition at your preferred date and time, we recommend reserving tickets in advance. Visitation to Nauticus may occur prior to or after your Real Pirates exhibit entry time. Last timed tickets are available 30 minutes prior to closing. Please plan accordingly to allow plenty of time for all of our programs. Purchase tickets to Real Pirates.
MEMBER TICKETS
Nauticus members receive a discounted admission of $12.95. Tickets must be purchased in advance at our admissions desk. MEMBER TICKETS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ONLINE. If you are not already a member please contact Ted Bartlett at ted.bartlett@norfolk.gov or call (757) 664-1014.
PLAN A FIELD TRIP TO SEE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC REAL PIRATES!
Call today and ask about our substantially discounted rates available throughout February and March for school groups! Ask about our guided tours and special programming! Don’t let your students miss this amazing exhibition before it sails away on April 4! Please contact (757) 664-1021 or e-mail reservations@nauticus.org for more information.
- Minimum of 15 people.
- Chaperones: One complimentary chaperone with every 10 students
- Education programs available for the Real Pirates exhibition!
PLAN A GROUP VISIT
Admission to the Real Pirates exhibition includes admission into Nauticus, interactive theaters, digital high-definition movies, and all exhibits.
- Minimum of 15 people
- Adult group admission: $14.95
- Child group admission: $12.95
WE WANT YOU TO SPEND YOUR BIRTHDAY WITH US!
Celebrate your birthday with a pirate-themed party at Nauticus! Through a series of entertaining and educational activities, your child and his/her friends will celebrate this special day with a treasure hunt, pirate demonstration, eye patch and treasure map crafts! To book your child's Ahoy Mateys! birthday party visit our Group Sales Page or call (757 664-1021.
DOWNTOWN NORFOLK
Find out what Downtown Norfolk has to offer to complement your trip to Nauticus' Real Pirates Exhibit! For more information, visit The Norfolk Virginia Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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