Explore historic ships, military aircraft, and immersive Vietnam-era exhibits
Single Day Admission
USS Yorktown, USS Laffey
Step aboard the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point and explore maritime history across multiple museum spaces. Walk through the aircraft carrier's hangar bay, see vintage aircraft, and visit exhibits spanning World War II through the Vietnam era.
Cancel at least 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: YPM2M7
From March 1–September 8, visit daily 9 AM–6:30 PM; the ticket office closes at 5 PM. From September 9–February 28, visit weekdays 10 AM–5 PM and weekends 9 AM–5 PM; the ticket office closes at 4 PM.
Patriots Point, 40 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
Standing on the deck of a decommissioned aircraft carrier with Charleston Harbor stretching out before you, Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum puts you directly inside American naval history. The salt air, the vast flight deck, and the sheer scale of the USS Yorktown make Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum an experience that stays with you long after you leave the waterfront.
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