Beat the crowds and receive a special tour of areas onboard HORNET that have not yet been opened to the public or have limited access during the day:
Combat Information Center (CIC)
Message Center (Radio Central)
Forward Diesel Machine Room
Ship’s Main Laundry
Special Weapons Storages
Brig
Catapult Machinery Room
Cobbler Shop
Dental Spaces
Following the guided tour, explore the rest of the museum on your own. (The guided portion of the tour lasts 2-3 hours and may vary from the above itinerary.)
Tour Schedule
Flashlight Tours are usually held the third Saturday of the month.
Rates
$35.00 per adult ($30 for members). Advance payment required.
Gift Certificates are available.
Information and Reservations
Reservations can be placed on-line through our Ship’s Store or contact the Ticket Office at:
(510) 521-8448 x 224.
Special Notifications
*All tours start at 8:30am.
*Everybody must bring their own flashlight; HORNET does not supply individual lights.
*Cameras are welcome, but must have a neck strap.
*Tour participants must wear comfortable shoes. Heels and open-toed shoes are not allowed.
*Tour participants must be in good physical health as there will be lots of walking and climbing.
*Due to safety reasons, children 12 and under are not allowed on Flashlight Tours.
*Tour space is limited to 18 people.
*The USS Hornet reserves the right to cancel a tour if less than 8 people sign up. Tours may be rescheduled or a refund will be issued.
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