USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
4.8 · 278 Reviews
Excellent Quality
Overview
Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned in 1943, the “Fighting Lady” was once manned by over 3,000 people and designed to fight off enemies all over the globe during WWII. You will hear stories of their ultimate sacrifice and heroism as the people that once inhabited this ship dedicated their lives to the service of our country and to this great ship. This tour offers exclusive nighttime access to select areas of the ship that are not available during regular museum hours, providing a rare after-dark experience aboard one of America’s most historic naval vessels. **Highlights may include:** - Maritime Superstitions - Unusual Ship Christening - Captain Jocko Clark - Smokey Stover - Mysterious Sailor Disappearance -Flight Deck after Dark
What's Included
Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck
Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Tours do run rain or shine. The USS Yorktown is not climate controlled. It is hot in the Summer and cold in the Winter. Please dress accordingly and wear closed-toed, comfortable shoes. There is a good amount of walking and lots of narrow stairways to navigate up and down and throughout the tour. There are also ladders used that are not easy to navigate for one having trouble walking.
**Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
You must enter through the front gates. WATER SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY
Bringing bottled water is recommended especially during the summer heat. Ship store is not open for purchases.
Tour meets at The Ship Shop ticketing booth 15 minutes prior. If you have found the vending machines and restrooms, you are in the right place!
Please note there is a paid parking lot next to the ship.
Reviews
4.8
based on 278 reviews