Excursion Pearl harbor aviation museum and missouri tour at Honolulu

Experience Pearl Harbor’s defining moment at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, housed in two WWII hangars with rare aircraft and stories of courage, sacrifice, and innovation from December 7, 1941 to the rise of air power. Explore Ford Island, Hangars 37 and 79, the Control Tower, and the surrender deck aboard the USS Missouri, plus Kamikaze stories and crew life.

Aviation and Heroes of Pearl Harbor

Step back into one of history’s most defining moments as you begin your journey at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Located within two original WWII hangars, the museum tells the story of aviation’s critical role in the Pacific. Guests will encounter rare aircraft, immersive exhibits, and personal accounts that highlight the courage, sacrifice, and innovation of the men and women who defended freedom. From the devastation of December 7, 1941, to the rise of air power that helped secure victory, every artifact and story offers a window into the resilience of a generation that forever changed the course of world history.

Exploring Ford Island and Historic Exhibits

Your visit extends across Ford Island, where history surrounds you at every corner. Ascend the iconic Control Tower for panoramic views and a unique perspective of the battlefield, a place where bravery met adversity. Within Hangar 37 and Hangar 79, witness preserved bullet holes and restored planes that vividly connect the past to the present. Archival treasures and multimedia presentations allow you to experience the intensity of the era and the innovation that reshaped warfare. This living museum not only educates but inspires, offering a rare chance to stand where aviation advanced amid adversity and where stories of heroism continue to resonate.

Aboard the USS Missouri – The War’s End

Conclude your journey on the legendary USS Missouri, the “Mighty Mo,” where the Second World War reached its conclusion. Walk the very deck where Japan’s surrender was signed, ending the conflict in the Pacific. Explore the battleship’s inner corridors, gaining insight into the daily lives of its crew, from command centers to mess halls. Hear dramatic accounts, including the story of a kamikaze strike that left its mark on the vessel yet never broke its spirit. Standing aboard this historic ship provides a powerful bookend to the narrative, bringing you from the first shots of Pearl Harbor to the final moments of peace.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Honolulu, Cockpit Visit, Ford Island Control Tower, Lunch, USS Missouri

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.5 miles (about 2.4 kilometres), at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and many steps at the sites visited. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water, and US Dollars or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Security restrictions at Pearl Harbour are enforced. Purses, backpacks, fanny packs, bags, iPad cases, camera cases, clutch wallets, and other items offering concealment are not permitted on this tour, no exceptions. Wallets must be the size of a regular cell phone. A valid, government-issued photo ID is required to participate on this tour. Storage is not permitted on the vehicle; no exceptions. The Control Tower at the Pearl Harbour Aviation Museum is not wheelchair-accessible. Photography/videography is not permitted whilst driving across the bridge to Ford Island. USS Arizona tickets are not included on this tour, and no stop at the Pearl Harbour Visitors Centre is included.