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• Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected at purchase.
• Please arrive no earlier than your selected entry time. Due to capacity limits, early entry will not be granted before your timeslot. 
• Non-refundable and non-transferable (rain or shine event).

Military Discount

As our way of saying thank you for your service, active-duty military, veterans, and military dependents receive $2 OFF each ticket.

Important:

• Valid military ID is required upon arrival.
• If ID is not presented, you will be charged the difference to upgrade to a full-priced ticket

Nauticus Member Discount

Members receive our best discount—$5 OFF each ticket!

• Discount applies to the number of tickets included in your membership level (e.g., Nauticus 2 = 2 discounted tickets).
• Member discount cannot be combined with Military or Group ticket discounts.
• Must be signed in for the discount to apply at checkout.

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This guided tour is 60 minutes in length and includes areas only accessible with a guide, including the Captain's Cabin, Pilot House, and Combat Engagement Center.

Please note:

• Each participant must also purchase an admission ticket to participate in the tour.
  - The experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible and requires climbing ladders and entering tight spaces.
  - Recommended for ages 8 and up.
  - Closed toe, comfortable shoes recommended.
  - Tickets are non-refundable.

Perfect for anyone new to sailing or rediscovering sailing! Enjoy a two-hour introduction to sailing on the Elizabeth River. Up to three participants will learn from a Sail Nauticus instructor how to hardness the wind and navigate the boat in one of our Harbor 20 sailboats. For more details, click here.

First Sail Tickets:
Please bring your e-ticket(s) on your mobile device or in print form on your specified date.

Upon purchase you will receive two emails, first email will confirm your purchase, second email will contain your e-ticket.

We will make every attempt to reschedule your experience. However, if you need to cancel or reschedule for any reason, changes are subject to a $25 processing fee.

Refunds will be made according to the timeline below:

• Cancellations made more than 4 weeks in advance of the scheduled start date of your sailing experience are entitled to a full refund minus the $25 processing fee.
• Cancellations made less than 4 weeks and more than 1 week in advance of the scheduled start date are entitled to a 50% refund of the program fee minus the $25 processing fee.
• Cancellations made less than 1 week in advance of the scheduled start date are non-refundable.

No refunds or discounts will be made for missed classes, vacation days or dismissal from the program.

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Offered twice a month, Toddler Time provides a fun and education experience to engage young minds. 

The ticket price includes access to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin after the program.

Please note:

• Every individual needs a ticket, even child 2 & under.
• Tickets are only valid for your specified date. If you need a different date, please select "Other dates.." above.
• Additional tours are available as add-ons. After adding the program to your cart, select "add-on" at the top right.
• Tickets are non-refundable.

Nauticus Members enjoy Toddler Time for free! To learn more about our membership perks or to become a member, click here.

If you are already a member, sign into your account to reserve your discounted tickets.

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Nauticus Hours:

•Tue–Sat: 10AM–5PM
•Sun: 10AM*–5PM
*Now open early on Sundays!

General Admission Includes:

• Access to all exhibits inside the Nauticus Discovery Center
• Self-guided exploration aboard the Battleship Wisconsin
• Tickets are valid all day for the selected date

Note: All sales are final. Non-refundable. Guests must be 16 years or older to visit Nauticus without an accompanying adult.

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Add a Battleship Tour and unlock exclusive behind-the-scenes spaces with our expert guides for an additional fee.
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Visitor Notice

• Café Renovation: Regular service paused. Food trucks available on select dates. See schedule
• Winterfest Setup: Select exhibits and ship areas may be temporarily closed as we prepare for the holidays.
• Aquaticus Exhibit Temporarily Closed: Aquatics will be closed for renovations beginning Monday, Oct. 6. We apologize for this inconvenience – please join us in Creative Cove for kid-friendly activities. Check out our daily programs.

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The VIP Experience is 90 minutes in length and includes areas only accessible with a guide, including the Captain's Cabin and bridge, as you travel up to the 08 level. The ticket price includes access to all Nauticus & Battleship Wisconsin exhibits for exploration before or after your guided experience.

Please note:
- The experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible and requires climbing ladders and entering tight spaces.
- Recommended for ages 13 and up.
- Closed toe, comfortable shoes recommended.
- Tickets are non-refundable. 

Experience is limited to a minimum of 2 people and max of 10 participants. If you have a group larger than 10, please contact our group sales manager to discuss at Groups@nauticus.org or (757) 664-1034.

Nauticus Members receive $20 off VIP Battleship Experience! To learn more about our membership perks or to become a member, click here.

If you are already a member, sign into your account to reserve your discounted tickets.

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This guided tour is 60 minutes in length and includes areas only accessible with a guide including the fire room, along Broadway, and other areas that helped this massive City at Sea move. 

Please note:

- Each participant must also purchase an admission ticket to participate in the tour.
- The experience is not wheelchair or stroller accessible and requires climbing ladders and entering tight spaces.
- Recommended for ages 8 and up.
- Closed toe, comfortable shoes recommended.
- Tickets are non-refundable.

Celebrate the start of the season with us! As a thank-you for your support, Nauticus members receive complimentary tickets to Opening Night of Winterfest on the Wisconsin. Enjoy two million dazzling lights, live entertainment, and the all-new Kingdom of the Snow Queen experience.

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• Tickets are valid only for the date and time selected at registration.
• Please arrive no earlier than your selected entry time. Due to capacity limits, early entry will not be granted before your timeslot. 
• Must be signed in for the discount to apply at checkout.
• Discount applies to the number of tickets included in your membership level (e.g., Nauticus 2 = 2 discounted tickets).
• Non-refundable and non-transferable (rain or shine event).

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This guided tour is a 45-minute, family friendly-guided tour that offers a dynamic overview of the Battleship Wisconsin. Perfect for first time visitors, this experience highlights key features topside and provides insight into daily life aboard one of the Navy's last and largest battleship. 

Before you purchase, please note:

• General admission is required in addition to this tour ticket. 
  - The tour is wheelchair accessible and stroller-friendly.
  - We recommend wearing comfortable, closed-toe shoes. 
  - Tickets are non-refundable and will take place rain or shine- In the case of severe weather, this tour will take place in the interior spaces of the Battleship Wisconsin