Nauticus - General Admission - includes permanent museum exhibits, self-guided tour of the Battleship Wisconsin and daily programs. Tickets include access all day.
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After purchasing ticket(s), you will receive two emails. One is informational and the other includes your eTicket(s). Please check your email settings and spam folder if you are having trouble finding either email.
You will need to bring your eTicket(s) on your mobile device or in print form on the date of your visit.
Please note:
- Nauticus - General Admission Tickets are only valid for your specified date.
- Additional tours are available as add-ons to your purchase see more or select "add-on" at the top right of your cart.
- Military/Senior Discount: Please bring a valid identification with you upon arrival. If proof of discount qualification is not provided, you will be charged the cost to upgrade to a Full Price General Admission ticket. Military discount is only available to the active duty service member with valid ID.
- Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets purchased at a promotional rate are unable to be rescheduled.
MEMBERS: General admission is always free for members. Simply display your digital membership card upon arrival to our admissions team for access to Nauticus. To receive your discount on guest tickets, please log-in to your account prior to purchasing. For more information on registration and access to your member portal, click here.
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Want to give sailing a try before joining as a member? Purchase our 14 day trial and get access to any of our social sails during this time. Register below and follow the instructions in your confirmation email to sign up for our sails -- review the Event Calendar for our weeknight Racing Series, Social Sails, Women's Social Sails, and Second Sunday Social Sails.
Contact us with any questions: info@sailnauticus.org or 757-823-4242.
Trial is for one--time only, and is non-refundable/non-transferrable.
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This guided tour is 90 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.
Spend the night aboard the battleship in her historic berthing complete with a VIP tour of the ship and Nauticus' exhibits, engaging activities and more. Experience concludes with breakfast in the historic wardroom. This unique experience is perfect for families of all ages.
Event Timeline:
6:30PM - Arrival
7 - 10PM - Tours + Activities
10PM - Overnight in berthing
7:30 - 8:30AM - Breakfast in the Wardroom
Please note:
- The minimum capacity for the event is 24 campers, if the capacity is not met 1 week before the event, purchasers will be notified and a refund will be processed.
- Recommended for ages 4+ and up. 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Thank you for your support! Nauticus' overnight program directly supports the Nauticus Foundation, dedicated to providing preservation and interpretation efforts aboard the Battleship Wisconsin.
Questions? Please contact Tammie Weitzman, Overnight Program Manager, at 757-664-1057 or by email tammie.weitzman@norfolk.gov
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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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Your workshop ticket includes the workshop AND access to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin.
Cost: $15 members / $35 non-members
Note: Tickets are non-refundable
Questions: Contact us at info@nauticus.org
Nauticus Members enjoy $20 off workshop fees! 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. Create your account here.
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The museum is open daily Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12pm-5pm.
Please see our website for closures or changes to hours.
Get $1 tickets ($5/day of) for our Maritime Career Festival on May 18th! Purchase here
Your general admission ticket includes access to all exhibits in the Discovery Center and a self-guided tour on board the Battleship Wisconsin. Your ticket is valid all day for your specific date only. If you need to change the date, please select "Other dates..." above.
Guided Battleship tours are available every day as an additional purchase. To learn about our tour offerings and book visit Battleship Wisconsin Tours.
Note: Tickets are non-refundable
Nauticus Members enjoy free admission all year! 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 free tickets.
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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 $10 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 free 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.
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Your Discovery Day ticket includes access to all exhibits in the Discovery Center and a self-guided tour on board the Battleship Wisconsin. Your ticket is valid all day for your selected date only.
Guided Battleship tours are available as an additional purchase. To learn more about our tour offerings and book visit Battleship Wisconsin Tours.
Themed Workshops are available during Discovery Days. To learn more about our workshops and book visit Workshops.
Note: Tickets are non-refundable
Nauticus Members enjoy free admission all year! 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 free tickets.
Nauticus General Admission - Includes access to Nauticus' third floor exhibits and daily films in the Brock Theater, as well as the Battleship Wisconsin. Tickets include access all day. Explore our newest exhibits, Design, Build, Sail!, Our Port and Heart of the Navy!
Ticket Reservations: Children's Museum of Virginia members enjoy 6 FREE general admission tickets each day. Use promo code JUNESWAP after adding general admission tickets to your cart. Any additional tickets will be at regular price. If ticket reservation system isn't working, capacity is filled that day and please select another day to visit. If you arrive without tickets, you will need to pay admission pricing upon entry.
For Your Visit: Please bring your e-ticket(s) on your mobile device or in print form on your specified date. Children's Museum of Virginia members must also present their membership card and valid ID upon check-in at Admissions. The ticket time is defaulted to the time Nauticus opens, however, you can arrive any time during our hours that day.
Please Note:
- Nauticus General Admission Tickets are only valid for your specified date.
- Additional tours are available as add-ons to your purchase here.
- If the date you are searching for is not available, this indicates all allotted tickets have been reserved, and we hope you can join us on a different day.
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Fins on the Fantail is a special event featuring live music, themed drinks, and more. All proceeds directly support Sail Nauticus' youth sailing program.
There are 2 ticket options, General Admission and VIP. There is a limited amount of VIP tickets available, which include access to VIP Chalet and 2 drink tickets.
Ticket price increases by $10 on June 16th, so buy early!
Please note:
- Tickets are only valid for the specified date.
- Tickets are non-refundable.
Nauticus Members enjoy $5 off tickets to Fins on the Fantail. 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.