Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum: Guided Tour

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Guided Tour

Located on historic Ford Island within Pearl Harbor, the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum houses one of America's most significant aviation collections. Your guided tour takes you through two authentic WWII-era hangars where real fighter planes, bombers and helicopters tell the story of the Pacific conflict. The 60-minute Legends of Pearl Harbor tour brings history to life with expert commentary about the events of December 7, 1941 and their lasting impact.

You'll explore Hangar 37 and Hangar 79, home to aircraft that once flew combat missions over the Pacific. Step aboard a restored C-47 transport plane and visit Lt. Ted Shealy's restoration shop where volunteers work to preserve these historic machines. The museum's interactive exhibits and knowledgeable guides make this an engaging experience for history enthusiasts and families alike.

What is Included

• 60-minute Legends of Pearl Harbor guided tour
• Access to Hangar 37 and Hangar 79
• Entry to all museum exhibits and aircraft displays
• Audio guides available in English, Mandarin, French, Japanese, Korean and Spanish
• Access to C-47 transport plane
• Visit to Lt. Ted Shealy's restoration shop

Good to Know

The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum opens daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with last entry 30 minutes before closing. Your guided tour lasts approximately 60 minutes, though you can spend additional time exploring the exhibits independently. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible throughout all public areas.

Visitor parking is available near the museum entrance on Ford Island. The facility is suitable for all fitness levels as it involves walking through hangar spaces on level ground. Consider combining your visit with other Pearl Harbor historic sites tours to gain a complete understanding of this pivotal location in American history.

For aviation enthusiasts visiting Honolulu, this museum pairs perfectly with other Honolulu city highlights tours that showcase the island's rich military heritage and cultural significance.