Make Your Cruise Even More Unforgettable
You’re setting off or returning from an amazing ocean voyage. You have some extra time on your hands and you’re wondering what to do with it. Spend it right next door to where you’re docked, making more incredible memories on another titan of the seas: Battleship IOWA.
Easy Access
Getting to our ship from your ship is simple!
📍 Distance: IOWA is directly south of the World Cruise Center on the LA Waterfront in San Pedro. As you face the channel with your back to Harbor Blvd., the battleship is on your right.
🚶 Walkable: A short, 3-5 minute stroll connects you to your next adventure.
🚗 Parking: Cruise terminal parking lot is also adjacent to the ship. First hour is free, then $2.00 per hour after, capping at $24 per day.
🧳 Luggage storage: Secure lockers available on site.
➕ Bonus points: Ask about our cruise ship discount! Passengers who can show departure or arrival itinerary on the day they visit can request cruise ship discount when purchasing walk-up tickets in person.
📝 Small Print:
👉 Cruise ship discount not available for tickets purchased online.
👉 Check your itinerary to confirm if you’re disembarking from the Los Angeles World Cruise Center Terminal (Berth 91–93) — the most active cruise dock in LA.
EXPERIENCES
Quick Hits: Visitor Info
🕒 Hours: Open daily except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
- Ship opens at 10 AM
- Last ticket sold at 4 PM
- Ship closes at 5 PM
📍 Address: 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731
🎟️ Admission
- Adults (ages 12-61): $29.95
- Youth (ages 3-11): $21.95
- Seniors – ages 62+: $26.95
- Military & Veterans: $26.95
- Children under age 3: FREE
- State of Iowa residents (with ID): FREE
👉 Reserve your tickets now! 👇
Something for everyone at Battleship IOWA
Your visit to the ship includes:
🔹 Self-Guided Tours
Wander Walk the decks of a true naval legend – a powerful giant that is still shaping lives and inspiring generations eighty-plus years after her launch
🔹 Crew-Led Deep-Dives
Go behind the scenes to stand where presidents were welcomed and ordinary sailors fought to preserve freedom across WWII, the Korean War, and the Cold War. Our friendly, knowledgeable crew will blow your mind with thrilling stories on these exclusive guided routes.
🔹 Family Activities
A kid-friendly scavenger hunt and storytelling throughout the ship.
🔹 Special Programs & Events
Seasonal events like LA Fleet Week and film screenings onboard.
🔹 Café & Ship’s Store
Grab delectable bites and refreshments at Vicky’s Doghouse Café, located on the battleship version of the Lido Deck (admission to Vicky’s is FREE). Enjoy the view of LA Main Channel – the gateway to largest port complex in the western hemisphere – as you eat, then shop for unique, themed gifts down below in our ship’s store.
