The Battleship Missouri Memorial is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission prices are $39.99 for adults and $19.99 for children ages 4-12 (Web-Store: $37.99 for adults and $18.99 for children ages 4-12). For visitor information or to reserve a tour, call (808) 454-1434 / (808) 455-1600  ext. 239 or visit ussmissouri.org.

The Battleship Missouri Memorial continues to thrive as a prominent attraction in Honolulu, Hawaii. In September 2023, it celebrated a significant milestone by welcoming its 10-millionth visitor since opening to the public in January 1999. 
Visitor feedback remains overwhelmingly positive. The memorial was honored with Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Award in 2024, placing it among the top 10% of listings worldwide. On Tripadvisor, it holds a high rating, with recent reviews highlighting the value of the free 35-minute onboard tour and the immersive experience of exploring the lower decks. 

The Battleship Missouri Memorial provides a few virtual options to view or engage with the Mighty Mo:

Skype in the Classroom is a virtual field trip that takes students on a one-hour tour of the USS Missouri’s place in history, length of service, and impressive size and power of her guns. For students in grades seven through twelfth, the discussion also includes a more in-depth conversation about World War II and the Missouri’s famous role in that war. Each field trip concludes with a student-based question-and-answer session.

Mo-Joe Series is a one-hour virtual history lesson hosted by the Battleship Missouri Memorial. The quarterly event highlights historical events and lessons and provides history buffs with an opportunity to hear from topic experts from around the globe.

Special Events, End of World War II commemoration, and Veterans Day have virtual options added.

Restoration and maintenance of the ship is a never-ending process. In October of 2009 the USS Missouri was taken into drydock at the Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard for three months of extensive maintenance and preservation work. She emerged in shipshape sporting a refurbished hull, fresh coat of paint, and state-of-the-art cathodic protection and humidity detection technologies, the ship is now fortified against corrosion for decades to come.

Since returning from drydock the Association has made significant strides in the restoration and preservation of the ship. Notable projects include the 2017 Superstructure preservation project which consisted of comprehensive repairs of the 05 level and above, and the 2019 After Superstructure preservation effort, ongoing dehumidification of the ship’s cofferdams and the restoration of the ship’s 53,000-sq. ft. teakwood decks.

The USS Missouri is a majestic living museum that provides a personal experience with one of America’s most beloved battleships. The tours—either self-guided or with a knowledgeable tour guide—provide a unique glimpse into the USS Missouri’s role in World War II, the Korean War, and the Liberation of Kuwait, as well as an opportunity to learn more about the crew who served aboard her during those wartime conflicts.

The USS Missouri Memorial Association, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation established in Hawaii in 1994. The Association's initial purpose was to relocate the USS Missouri to Pearl Harbor and then establish, operate, and maintain a national memorial commemorating the end of hostilities in World War II.

In 1998, the ownership of the USS Missouri was transferred from the U.S. Navy to the Association. Now, the mission of the Association is to “preserve the Battleship Missouri and share her story and place in history.” The Association strives to provide a “world-class experience that inspires, educates and motivates all nationalities and generations on the universal values of duty, honor, strength, resolve, sacrifice and peace.”

The ship has a ramp at the aft Brow that can bring persons in wheel chairs or with mobility-impairments to the Main Deck. On that level, one can access the museum from an interactive kiosk within the Wardroom. On the Main Deck, there is an elevator that allows persons with disabilities to access the Surrender Deck. See the accessibility information.

The Battleship Missouri Memorial's general admission includes a 35-minute guided tour that takes you to the main historical stops on the main deck. After the tour, visitors can explore the ship at their own pace. Key areas to visit are the main deck, below-deck spaces, and the flying bridge. Given the ship's size, we recommend allowing 1–2 hours to experience the tour entirely.  

Most people spend about 1-2 hours onboard, but you’re welcome to set your own pace and can take anywhere from 30 minutes to five hours. It's a really big ship!

At the Battleship Missouri Memorial, you have both options:

• Guided Tour: A 35-minute guided tour is included with general admission, where a tour guide will share key historical insights and highlight important areas of the ship, then explore the ship on your own.
• Self-Guided Exploration: Visitors can also explore the ship at their own pace, including the main deck, below-deck areas, and the flying bridge.