VIP Behind the Scenes Tour

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About VIP Behind the Scenes Tour

About Themed & Group Programs

The goal of each of the Museum’s educational program is to use our unique environment to teach science and history concepts in an interactive and fun manner and each program features a tour and hands-on activities.

VIP Restoration Behind the Scenes Tour

Explore the ship early in the morning and receive a special 4 hour tour of areas onboard the USS Hornet Museum that have not yet been opened to the public or have limited daytime access! This includes areas such as Combat Information Center (CIC), Engine Room, Catapult Room, Arresting Gear Engine Room, Brig, and Message Center (Radio Central). Visitors are welcome to bring a flashlight with them, since you’ll get to explore dark hidden spaces even during the daytime! Following the guided tour guests are invited to explore the rest of the museum on their own when the tour ends.

Times
9 AM Check-In
VIP Behind the Scenes Tours are generally held on the third Saturday of each month. See our Calendar to confirm dates.

Saturday, December 21st- Tickets

Saturday, January 18th- Tickets

Saturday, February 15th- Tickets

Saturday, March 15th- Tickets

Saturday, April 19th- Tickets

Rates
Participant $50.00
Museum Member $40.00

Advance reservations requiicketsred.

Upcoming Events
December 31 @ 07:00 PM - 01:00 AM
New Year’s Eve Big Band Gala 2024

New Year’s Eve Big Band Gala 2024

at USS Hornet Museum
VIP Behind the Scenes Tour

VIP Behind the Scenes Tour

at USS Hornet Museum
CarrierCon 2025

CarrierCon 2025

at USS Hornet Museum

FAQ

To see all available parts of the ship, you will be required to climb steep ladders. Visitors who cannot negotiate steep ladders or who might have claustrophobia or other intense anxieties with heights or tight spaces are advised against taking a Specialty Tour.
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