Aircraft carrier converted into a museum offers spacious, organized exhibits focused on military and aviation history. Visitors explore immersive ship interiors with authentic sounds and detailed stories from Navy personnel. The atmosphere blends educational tours with displays of planes, submarines, and space artifacts like the space shuttle.
Veteran volunteers staff the navigation tower, sharing personal experiences and answering questions. Their insights add context beyond written info, making the exhibits more engaging and informative.
Food options include catered meals and a food court with various choices. Cafeterias sell food but eating there is restricted.
"This museum's aircraft carrier and exhibits offer a tangible history journey."
"The volunteering here is amazing; the veterans share firsthand knowledge."
"The food here was good and quick."
Good to know
Visitors should spend 3 to 4 hours to see the museum well and calmly.
They charge separately to visit the Concorde and use the simulators.
The line for the submarine attraction was over one hour, which may deter some visitors.