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Maritime Museum of San Diego The Maritime Museum of San Diego experience includes admission to tour an historic fleet and exhibits Have extra time to head out on the water?

Welcome aboard our floating fleet of adventure and history! General admission to the Maritime Museum of San Diego grants you access to one of the world’s finest collections of historic sea vessels. Once on board our museum ships, you will find that we offer something for all ages. From sail to steam to submarine, the Maritime Museum of San Diego will fascinate you for hours as you move from vessel to vessel and discover an impressive array of below deck galleries and exhibits. The Maritime Museum also offers an affordable treat, only available for general admission ticket holders. For just an additional $10.00 you can enjoy the 45-minute narrated Historic Bay Cruises that run daily aboard the 1914 Pilot, a nationally recognized landmark vintage vessel. On the weekend, for only $15.00 more with general admission ticket purchase, you can also experience a 75-minute narrrated Naval History Tour aboard a restored PCF 816 Swift boat! There is no better way to spend the day than on the bay! Planning a family gathering, wedding or special company party or reception? In need of a fascinating, unique waterfront location? Imagine your event aboard one of the Museum's ships! Venues such as the Star of India, the steam ferryboat Berkeley, and H.M.S. Surprise, are just a few of the vessels available to customize your special event!

COME VISIT US ON THE WATERFRONT AND EXPERIENCE TAKE ME TO THE WATER.Aboard the historic ferryboat Berkeley, Take Me to t...
10/14/2026

COME VISIT US ON THE WATERFRONT AND EXPERIENCE TAKE ME TO THE WATER.

Aboard the historic ferryboat Berkeley, Take Me to the Water: Histories of the Black Pacific brings centuries of maritime history to life through the stories of Black sailors, whalers, fishers, explorers, soldiers, surfers, swimmers, and more.

It’s an exceptional exhibit that offers a broader look at the people and experiences that helped shape the Pacific maritime world.

Make it part of your next visit to the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

-Aboard Berkeley
-Maritime Museum of San Diego
-Included with General Admission

Come down to the waterfront, explore our historic ships, and spend some time with a story worth discovering.
https://sdmaritime.org/visit/exhibits/take-me-to-the-water/

Another gorgeous night on the Star of India and another opportunity for local San Diegans and out-of-town visitors to sp...
10/14/2026

Another gorgeous night on the Star of India and another opportunity for local San Diegans and out-of-town visitors to spend one magical evening at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. We were lucky to be entertained by the amazing band “The Moon Units”. The Moon Units Maritime Museum of San Diego Nationwide

10/12/2026

Today, the Maritime Museum of San Diego recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day and the Indigenous peoples whose histories are deeply connected to this region.

The City of San Diego is located on the traditional territory of the Kumeyaay Nation. Kumeyaay people have lived in the San Diego region for thousands of years, including communities with longstanding connections to San Diego Bay and its coastal resources.

As a maritime museum, we recognize that the history of San Diego’s waterfront extends long before the historic ships in our collection arrived here.

Today, we recognize Indigenous history, culture, and the generations of people who have called this region home.

HAVE YOU COME DOWN TO THE WATERFRONT YET TO SEE TAKE ME TO THE WATER?If you haven’t experienced it yet, now is a great t...
10/11/2026

HAVE YOU COME DOWN TO THE WATERFRONT YET TO SEE TAKE ME TO THE WATER?

If you haven’t experienced it yet, now is a great time to visit.

Aboard the historic ferryboat Berkeley, Take Me to the Water: Histories of the Black Pacific explores nearly 500 years of Black mariner legacies across the Pacific.

Discover the stories of sailors, whalers, fishers, waterfront workers, explorers, soldiers, surfers, swimmers, and scholars whose relationships with the ocean helped shape maritime life across generations.

Whether it’s your first visit or you haven’t been to the Museum in a while, come spend some time on the waterfront and experience an exhibit that brings a broader view of Pacific maritime history into focus.

-Aboard Berkeley
-Maritime Museum of San Diego
-Included with General Admission

Come down to the waterfront and see what you may have missed.

https://sdmaritime.org/visit/exhibits/take-me-to-the-water/

SAN DIEGO… YOUR THURSDAY NIGHT JUST GOT A LOT MORE INTERESTING.Step aboard the historic Star of India after dark for Dav...
10/11/2026

SAN DIEGO… YOUR THURSDAY NIGHT JUST GOT A LOT MORE INTERESTING.

Step aboard the historic Star of India after dark for Davy Jones Locker: A Haunted Night Aboard Star of India.

For one night only, dance beneath the rigging to Harbor the People, grab a cocktail from the full cash bar, hear eerie maritime legends, and hunt through the ship for hidden clues, letters, codes, and keys.

🔐 Think you can crack the Davy Jones Cryptex?

Harbor the People
Dancing beneath the rigging
Full cash bar + specialty cocktails
Haunted stories of the sea
Interactive mystery hunt
Special prize drawing opportunities
Star of India after dark

And if you’re one of the first 100 ticket buyers, you’ll automatically receive an entry into a special Davy Jones’ Locker raffle drawing.

Thursday, October 22, 2026
7:00–10:00 p.m.
Star of India | Maritime Museum of San Diego
Tickets: $29 per person, processing fees included
21+ only | Valid government-issued photo ID required

Costumes are welcome and encouraged, but not required.

Forget the usual Thursday night.

Do the bar on the Star.

DANCE. DRINK. HUNT. DECODE.

🎟️ Get your tickets before Davy Jones closes the Locker.
https://sdmaritime.org/visit/special-events/davy-jones-locker-spirits/

SAN DIEGO. THE HARBOR IS CALLING.THE BEATS. THE ENERGY. THE PEOPLE.And this time... we're bringing the party aboard a ha...
10/10/2026

SAN DIEGO. THE HARBOR IS CALLING.

THE BEATS. THE ENERGY. THE PEOPLE.

And this time... we're bringing the party aboard a haunted ship.

HARBOR THE PEOPLE IS TAKING OVER THE STAR OF INDIA.

BRING THE PEOPLE. MAKE THEM DANCE...
AND DANCE
AND DANCE

Meet , the San Diego DJ duo behind the movement.

Deekhous () + GOAT () are bringing their electric mixes, creative transitions, and unstoppable energy to DAVY JONES' LOCKER: SPIRITS ON THE STAR.

From dance floors around the globe to the deck of one of San Diego's most legendary ships, Harbor The People knows how to turn a crowd into a PARTY.

One legendary ship. Two DJs. One unforgettable night.

Forget the typical Thursday night bar scene. We're taking the dance floor to the waterfront.

• Live DJ performance by HARBOR THE PEOPLE
• Full cash bar and specialty cocktails
• Haunted stories and hidden mysteries
• Dancing beneath the stars and rigging
• Costumes welcome. Good energy required.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2026
7:00–10:00 PM
Star of India | Maritime Museum of San Diego
21+ Event | $29 per person

THE HARBOR IS OUR DANCE FLOOR.

BRING THE PEOPLE. MAKE THEM DANCE.

Tickets:
https://sdmaritime.org/visit/special-events/davy-jones-locker-spirits/

Follow the movement:
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🏴‍☠️ TOMORROW: PIRATES TAKE OVER SAN DIEGO BAY!There’s still time to join the crew for BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure a...
10/09/2026

🏴‍☠️ TOMORROW: PIRATES TAKE OVER SAN DIEGO BAY!

There’s still time to join the crew for BOARDED! A New Pirate Adventure at the Maritime Museum of San Diego.

For 90 minutes, the ship becomes your pirate playground with live characters, sword fights, pirate training and an interactive adventure where YOU become part of the story.

⚔️ TOMORROW, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10

Two chances to board:

10:30 AM
12:45 PM

🎟️ Adults: $93
🎟️ Youth under 18: $38
Online ticketing fees included.

This is a limited-date experience and advance booking is recommended. Don’t leave your weekend adventure to chance.

🏴‍☠️ Reserve your spot now:
https://sdmaritime.org/visit/on-the-water-adventures/boarded-a-new-pirate-adventure/

Please note: BOARDED! includes simulated gunfire. Ear protection is recommended for children sensitive to loud sounds.

10/09/2026

A beautiful night on the Star of India for a beautiful couple congratulations to Robert and Eliza.

San Diego locals, you’ve driven past her. You’ve seen her on the waterfront.But have you ever stepped aboard Star of Ind...
10/08/2026

San Diego locals, you’ve driven past her. You’ve seen her on the waterfront.

But have you ever stepped aboard Star of India after dark?

On Thursday, October 22, experience the historic ship in a completely different way during Davy Jones Locker.

Dance beneath the rigging. Sip cocktails on the waterfront. Hear haunted stories from the sea. Search the ship for hidden clues, letters, codes, and keys. Then see if you can crack the Davy Jones Cryptex.

This is not your daytime museum visit.

--Thursday, October 22, 2026
--7:00–10:00 p.m.
--Star of India | Maritime Museum of San Diego
--$29 per person
--21+ only | Valid photo ID required

🎧 Music by Harbor the People
🍸 Full cash bar
👻 Costumes welcome, not required

See your waterfront from a whole new angle.

https://sdmaritime.org/visit/special-events/davy-jones-locker-spirits/

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10/08/2026

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