Children's Museums

USS Lexington

Name: USS Lexington
Address: 2914 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78402, Corpus Christi, TX, US
Telephone: (361) 888-4873
Rating: 4.8

★★★★☆ 4.8 (16863 reviews)

📍 2914 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78402

📞 (361) 888-4873

🌐 www.usslexington.com

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9 AM–5 PM
Tuesday	9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	9 AM–5 PM
Thursday	9 AM–5 PM
Friday	9 AM–5 PM
Saturday	9 AM–5 PM
Sunday	9 AM–5 PM

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About USS Lexington

WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum. WWII aircraft carrier & naval museum with airplanes, an IMAX theater showing historic films & more. USS Lexington offers overnight live-aboard camping experiences, allowing visitors to sleep aboard the actual WWII aircraft carrier. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,863 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Military Museum - USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier (CV-16)
Location: North Beach, Corpus Christi, Texas
Best For: All ages
Top Attractions: Flight Deck, Flight Simulator, Pearl Harbor exhibit, Escape Rooms, 3D Mega Theater
Admission: $25 adults, $15 children (4-12), $5 parking

💡 Did You Know?

⭐USS Lexington offers overnight live-aboard camping experiences, allowing visitors to sleep aboard the actual WWII aircraft carrier
⭐The museum features a Blue Ghost Paranormal Overnight Investigation special event, combining historical exploration with paranormal investigation on the carrier
⭐The flight deck offers sweeping panoramic views of the entire North Beach coast and features vintage aircraft with launch/landing control stations
⭐The museum includes an escape room experience called 'Lockdown on LEX' integrated into the ship's interactive exhibits
⭐The Mega Theater 3D presentation is included free with admission, showcasing historic naval aviation films

💬 What Visitors Say

💬Plan for 5+ hours to explore the ship thoroughly. The USS Lexington has multiple decks (Flight Deck, Hangar Deck, Gallery Deck, Lower Decks) with extensive exhibits, aircraft, and interactive displays. Visitors report they could have spent even more time, so budget accordingly.
💬Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for steep stairs and lots of walking throughout the ship. Many stairs are notably steep with significant climbing involved, so this may be challenging for those with mobility issues or young children.
💡Don't miss the free Mega Theater 3D movie included with admission and the flight simulators in the Hangar Deck. The Pearl Harbor Exhibit on the FOC'SLE Deck and the escape room are also highly praised interactive experiences worth prioritizing.
💬Take advantage of Throwback Pricing Weekends for reduced admission costs. The museum also offers special paranormal overnight investigations and Pearl Harbor Relive events as premium experiences if interested.
💡Engage with the knowledgeable volunteers throughout the ship—visitors consistently praise them for being friendly and sharing fascinating historical stories that enhance the educational experience beyond reading exhibits.