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Galveston Naval Museum Admission

TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10

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  • Galveston
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore the USS Cavalla and USS Stewart at the Galveston Naval Museum, with self-guided access to exhibits and historic vessels.

About this tour

Step into Galveston’s naval past at the Galveston Naval Museum, where two historic World War II vessels bring stories of service and innovation to life. At Seawolf Park, explore the USS Cavalla (SS-244), remembered as the “Avenger of Pearl Harbor,” and tour the USS Stewart (DE-238), one of the last remaining destroyer escorts in the United States.

Your admission also opens the museum’s exhibits and displays, including the USS Tautog sail and USS Carp conning tower. Move through the vessels at your own pace, taking in the close quarters and details of life at sea. Some spaces involve steep ladders and narrow passageways, so comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended. Children should remain supervised aboard the ships.

The Galveston Naval Museum offers a hands-on way to connect with the people and technology behind naval history. Plan your visit to Seawolf Park and discover these remarkable vessels for yourself.

Highlights

  • Step aboard the WWII submarine USS Cavalla
  • Explore the USS Stewart destroyer escort
  • See the USS Tautog sail and USS Carp conning tower exhibits
  • Discover naval history at your own pace

What's included

Included

  • General admission to the Galveston Naval Museum
  • Self-guided access to the USS Cavalla (SS-244) submarine
  • Self-guided access to the USS Stewart (DE-238) destroyer escort
  • Access to museum exhibits and displays, including the USS Tautog sail and USS Carp conning tower exhibits

Not included

  • Parking
  • Seawolf Park vehicle entry fee
  • Guided tours
  • Hard Hat Tours and behind-the-scenes experiences
  • Food and beverages
  • Souvenirs and gift shop purchases
  • Special events requiring separate admission

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Important information

  • Museum hours are 9:00 AM–5:00 PM through October 31; winter hours are 9:00 AM–4:00 PM starting November 1.
  • Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes; some areas require steep ladders and narrow passageways.
  • Children must be supervised aboard the vessels.
  • Not recommended for people with mobility impairments, claustrophobia, spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
  • Service animals are allowed; alcohol, drugs, open-toed shoes, and bare feet are not permitted.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.79 on Viator and 4.47 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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