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If you have questions, the staff are more than able to tackle your questions, provide historical facts.

They have a nice display of older sailing vessels, including subs, etc. There is an old ferry at the center of it all with a bunch of displays inside - worth it. The second deck is the passenger level. It looks like a great place to have party, wedding reception, etc. My wife was enamored by it.We got entrance as part of a whale watching trip on the America, a part of this museum. It was worth the time to go through a few of the ships.Parking on the street is 3 hours. Not enough for the whale watching, and we had to find a lot (for lot$).Come, enjoy.

We spent a few hours at the Maritime museum exploring different types of sea crafts. From a battle boat to a wooden ship to a Russia. Submarine is unique, very interactive museum where you are transported to the time and ace of each vessel. The museum is on the water and there are stairs and ladders. If you have mobility issues and/or need stroller or wheelchair access, this will be a challenge.

Spent some worthwhile time exploring sailing ships...The Star of India, The Surprize, The Californian. Filled with original equipment and multiple exhibits. Very interesting...and the submarines....Can't imagine living in such close quarters for any length of time..Bring lots of quarters or credit card for parking...figure to spend at least 2 hours here....

Has at least 3 great old sailing ships to go in and out of, one Russian submarine, one US submarine, more sailing ships, and the old Berkley Ferry. Lots to see and do!!!!!!!

For the price of admission, there is a LOT to see. Unless you're really boat-crazy, I recommend that you choose just a few vessels rather than trying to see all of them.I visited the Star of India, the Russian submarine, and the Berkeley. They were all quite interesting, although I felt like the Berkeley could have used more labeling about the boat itself, rather than about other maritime topics.

This museum is very good in that it has boats of various kinds (including two submarines) that one can enter and look around in. The harbor tour, which adds $10 to the ticket price is well worth it. Compared to other maritime museums, this one is rather small and shows a selection of ships rather than a true maritime history. However, that being said, it is very well done and, the day I was there, not very crowded. Absolutely to be recommended.

I live in San Diego and I always recommend the Maritime Museum to friends and family when they visit and I have visited a number of times myself. It is actually several historic ships including the Star of India and the ship used in the movie the Master and Commander. They involve children in helping to raise the sails and there are other hands-on activities. On the weekends they take some of the ships on the bay and for an extra fee you can sign up for the trip. Maybe you will see whales or dolphins and you might have a battle with another ship.

Lots to see, from the Star of India to a Russian submarine and more. The cost of admission includes touring all the ships plus admission to the Museum itself, which contains many models of sailing ships, as well as newer battleships. Take a cruise of the San Diego Bay if you have the time. It will take you past Naval Base Coronado to the Coronado Bridge and directly under the Midway (also worth touring). San Diego has a beautiful seaport with lots to see and visit.

Visit the clipper Star of India, a Kilo class Russian sub, stand At the helm of the frigate which was used in the film Master & Commander, and get on board of a Vietnam fast patrolboat for a fascinating Tour around the Harbour . Great. Museum for young and old Alice.

We went to the Maritime Museum of San Diego and it was excellent. They have different kinds of boats from sailboats to submarines and from young to old. They have a gift shop and food for sale. The museum is ranked third out of maritime museums in the whole world.

please take the bay tour at the museum as it only cost a few dollars and it's worth the money...the sub is a tight fit inside but we loved it

This on-the-water collection of boats, ships and submarines is a must see at the harbor. It's so chock full of information and interpretive exhibits, you might want to look over the map and pick 2-3 favorites, especially on a busy day. Knowledgeable and engaging docent volunteers really brought stories to life. On a not-too-busy afternoon, we meandered and lingered easily at many of the exhibits. Lots to learn here, hope to return!

Came with my son on a Sunday. I'm a former submariner, so I enjoyed telling sea stories while touring the submarines, but the Star of India, the other ships, and the museum in The Berkeley were magnificent and well worth the price of admission. By far the best part for me, though, was the Swift Boat tour of the harbor. Wasn't sure what to expect, but John, a former Swift boater during Viet Nam, made the history come alive. The all-day admission price and extended hours are great, too - we spent the morning at the Museum, went down the waterfront and toured the Midway in the afternoon, then returned here after the Midway closed.

As a professional Mariner, I've seen my share of Maritime museums, but this one is different. It's not so huge with hundreds of static displays, but rather a few interesting displays that are easily manageable in 2-3 hours. It has various vessels to tour - from old sailing ships, to submarines (all floating). The Star of India is well worth the admission alone. The HMS Surprise, is a replica of the HMS Rose - a British war ship, and was used by Hollywood in the filming of "Master and Commander", as well as Captain Jack Sparrow's ship in "Pirates of the Caribbean." My real thrill was boarding the Soviet Foxtrot class attack submarine - B-39. It's amazing how the old Soviet crews lived. After that you can board the USS Dolphin - a U.S. Navy research submarine. She was built to develop and test new equipment including her pressure hull, and still holds the record for deepest dive at over 3000'. It's just really interesting to compare the living conditions between a US and Soviet sub. There are many other attractions as well. Don't miss the displays on board the Berkley - a San Francisco ferry. Overall, this is a great museum. If you go during the week, you can generally find metered parking in front of the museum, or just steps away. Enter parking on harbor drive going south.