About Hampton Roads Naval Museum

Regional history from a Navy viewpoint. Museum devoted to 237 years of Hampton Roads Naval history, featuring ship models & artifacts.

💬 What Parents Say

• 💡Book a guided tour of the USS Wisconsin battleship to maximize your experience—reviewers highlighted the knowledgeable crew's enthusiasm and noted they were able to explore intricate details like the massive gun turrets that you might miss without expert guidance.
• 💡The Hampton Roads Naval Museum is located inside the Nauticus museum, so you'll need to purchase Nauticus tickets first to access it. Plan to visit the battleship tour after exploring the museum's exhibits for a complete naval history experience.
• 💡Families with kids should prioritize the USS Wisconsin tour and hands-on exhibits—the battleship experience was consistently highlighted as a major highlight for children, with the opportunity to crawl into turrets and learn about engineering making it both educational and engaging.
• 💡Be prepared for steep ladders when touring the USS Wisconsin battleship interior. Reviewers mentioned this as a consideration, so wear appropriate footwear and be aware if you have mobility concerns.
• 💡Start with the USS Wisconsin battleship tour first if visiting with children, as reviewers noted kids were eager to explore it and may be less interested in the museum's military history displays if they're excited about the ship.

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