Battleship Wisconsin Tours

Battleship 101 is a 45-minute, family-friendly guided tour that offers a dynamic overview of the Battleship Wisconsin. Perfect for first-time visitors, this experience highlights key features topside and provides insight into daily life aboard one of the Navy’s last and largest battleships.

The tour is wheelchair or stroller accessible. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. Each participant must also purchase an admission ticket to participate in the tour. Please verify that your general admission tickets and your tour tickets are for the same date. If not, please let Admissions know so the dates can be corrected. Tickets are non-refundable and will take place rain or shine.

$12 per person

Tour Times:

10AM
1PM

Tour Times Beginning September 8th

10:30AM 

You must purchase General Admission Tickets to book tours.

Unlock the Ultimate Battleship Wisconsin Experience!

Step beyond the public paths and into history with Nauticus’ VIP Behind-the-Scenes Experience. This exclusive 90-minute journey takes you deep into the legendary Battleship Wisconsin, exploring hidden areas not available on any other tour. Conclude your adventure with breathtaking panoramic views from the ship—overlooking the Elizabeth River, bustling naval shipyards, and the vibrant Norfolk skyline.

Your VIP ticket also includes full access to all Nauticus & Battleship exhibits, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace before or after your tour.

📅 Experience Availability: 1PM every Saturday of each month
👟 Important: Expect steep climbs & tight spaces—wear comfortable shoes!
💰 $100 per person | Ages 8+
👥 Experience is limited to a minimum of 2 people and max of 10 participants. If you have a group larger than 10, please contact our group sales manager to discuss at groups@nauticus.org.

Space is limited—book your VIP experience today!

Explore the areas of Battleship Wisconsin with a historical interpreter and learn how the Battleship was commanded and would fight in the control areas of the ship including the Captain’s Cabin, Pilot House, and Combat Engagement Center.

This guided tour is 60 minutes in length and includes areas only accessible with a guide. The tour requires climbing up 4 levels (floors) and entering tight spaces. The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible, and handbags/backpacks are not recommended. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Each participant must also purchase an admission ticket to participate in the tour. Please verify that your general admission tickets and your tour tickets are for the same date. If not, please let Admissions know so the dates can be corrected.

$20 per person

Tour Times Beginning September 8th

11:30AM
2PM

You must purchase General Admission Tickets with book tours.

Presented by Connie and Marc Jacobson

This fascinating tour takes visitors seven “decks” (aka floors) down in the depths of the Battleship Wisconsin, where they’ll learn exactly what was required to power this massive City at Sea. See up close, never-before-open-to-the-public engine room spaces aboard the Battleship Wisconsin! 

This guided tour is 60 minutes in length and includes areas only accessible with a guide. The tour requires climbing levels (floors) and entering tight spaces. The tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible, and handbags/backpacks are not recommended. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Each participant must also purchase an admission ticket to participate in the tour. Please verify that your general admission tickets and your tour tickets are for the same date. If not, please let Admissions know so the dates can be corrected.

$20 per person

Tour Times Below:

12PM
3PM

Tour Times Beginning September 8th

12:45PM
3:15PM

You must purchase General Admission Tickets to book tours.