The USS Missouri was our first stop while visiting Pearl Harbor, unfortunately they were having some power outage issues while we were there. Power on the ship was up and running, however their gift shop was out of power & it took slightly longer to get onto the ship with the power being down. Chris was our tour guide on the Chief Engineers Tour and he was so knowledgeable - provided us with so much information. After the Engineers Tour we joined the Missouri Tour and Ziar was our tour guide. He has a great tour voice and was very informative, and provided excellent stories about Kamikazes, WWII and the conclusion of the war on this very vessel. We spent a little over 2 hours on the ship including the tours. Walking the ship solo was very easy and well marked with directional arrows so you do not miss anything. We purchased the Passport to Pearl Harbor with the added tour which granted us access to all the museums and just had to reserve our ticket to the Arizona Memorial. In my opinion, the Passport was well worth the money and we were able to visit all 3 museums, visitor center and bus rides to and from Ford Island. I really enjoyed the time we spend on the USS Missouri and the information we attained from our tours. read more

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We learned a lot by taking the guided tour of the USS Missouri. This is the United States warship that held the signing ceremony for the articles of surrender was signify the end of World War II. If you're ever in Honolulu, I highly recommend visiting this wonderful memorial that honors all of the fallen military members from World War II. read more

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I spend over two hours at this battleship Missouri Memorial and didn't even go to every room in a ship. I feel like I go to the maze, and I can get lost in the ship. I enjoy seeing how they present every room and giving information. lots of analog equipment, old computer, 80's style and before. The battleship is like a small city and has everything in it, rooms for officer and sailor, galley, kitchen, liberty, doctor office, shop, dental office, fire department, lawyer office, internet room etc. I get to see the deck that Japanese and American sign the formal surrender agreement. And actually, the next day after we visit the ship is September 2rd the 80th years celebration of the end of WWII that is why they put all flags to decorate the ship. after two hours I decide to get some rest and skip some floor and rooms because if I go to every detail, it will be more than one day to complete all museum. read more

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The last U.S. Battleship, the "Mighty Mo" [Honolulu HI] The Battleship Missouri was one of the historic sites we wanted to visit in Oʻahu. We arrived around 2:30p, got our tickets and hopped on the tour bus that took us to the site. Btw, there was no lines at the ticket booths and last admission to the battleship is 3:00p. We traveled over to Ford Island, we got a glimpse of the Bowfin Submarine on the way... we were dropped off and after the picture taking (option to purchase) we went on board the US Battleship Missouri. We took a self-guided tour following the route of the tour map. We started on the Main Deck, then Second Deck (below the Main Deck)... imagine what life was like for the sailors within their tight quarters. We climbed up 4 flights of ladders to the Upper Levels and ending our tour at the Surrender Deck and seeing the plaque which served as the site where representatives of the Empire of Japan signed the documents... it was here, on the ships deck, that the Instrument of Surrender which ended World War II on September 2, 1945 were officially signed. We were able to accomplish our self-guided tour in 1-hr and 10 mins because there was not a whole lot of people with us. It was perfect! Tickets for this tour was $37.99/person for general admission. It was great to experience a historic moment for our country. Review #3587 read more

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Great museum to visit. In comparison to other BB museums, this one is the best. Access to most of the ship, five levels above the main deck and below deck is an excellent museum with A/C. An included guided tour is offered and you can explore the ship on your own. Guides are very knowledgeable on the Missouri's history and operations. Reasonably priced, shuttle bus provided, Senior, Veteran and Military friendly. read more

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The USS Missouri, the Mighty Mo, is an amazing addition to the many displays in Park Harbor that commemorate the attack on December 7, 1941 that catapulted the US into World War II. It was only several hundred feet away, that the memorial to the USS Arizona reminds the world of the attack on Pearl Harbor and beginning of the war for the USA. And it was on the deck of the USS Missouri, that the war ended with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender by the Japanese Empire and the representatives of allied nations, as well as General Douglas McCarthy as the Supreme Allied Commander. The USS Missouri is kept in amazing condition through the efforts of a nonprofit organization. Virtually the entire ship is open to the public. The ship is docked in an active US military installation, and special tours are arranged through the National Park Service read more

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Ok, visiting the memorial and visitor center was extremely educational and deeply touching; leaving an indelible impression. A MUST visit. read more

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We visited the Missouri on 5/19/25. I have a retired military ID, so we were able to drive onto Ford Island instead of taking the big shuttle bus. We paid for the general admission and the Captain's Tour. The extra $ for the Captain's Tour was well worth the price. Very nice visit! read more

When we got off the shuttle bus that took us from the visitor center to the USS Missouri Tour, we were awed by the sheer size of the ship. We joined in with a tour group that was guided by a Japanese lady named Eddy. She was AWESOME! You could tell she loves her job and sharing history and facts about the ship with visitors, like sharing stories about the Kamikaze Pilots and the WWII Surrender ceremony between the US and Japan, which was signed on the USS Missouri. There were a lot of plaques that had information in English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. Downstairs in one of the galleries was an exhibit dedicated to the Kamikaze pilots. It was very moving and sad to see artifacts, clothings, and letters from the Kamikaze pilots, along with their photos and information about their lives, families, and career that led them to give up their lives as Kamikaze pilots. Really wish we could have stayed longer. It would be too easy to spend a whole day here. read more

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Very interesting and informative tour of the USS Missouri that played a vital end to World War 2. You can choose to take a self guided tour or one with a guide. Highly recommend choosing a guide who adds A LOT of details you can't get on your own. And there's no extra charge to get a guided tour. After the tour is over, it's amazing to spend time on your own exploring below deck and even on the top of the ship on the bridge. Don't go below if you're claustrophobic though. Very tight quarters down there. No food allowed on the ship so eat in advance because it takes at least 30-45 min to take the tour. You can take a bottled drink that has a cap on it. read more

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We were actually at Pearl Harbor USS Arizona and decided to come back the very next day to visit USS Missouri. Unlike Pearl Harbor USS Arizona, this one does require an entrance fee. You come in the same entrance, go all the way to the right and take the short bus ride over the bridge to Ford Island. They do charge a service fee on top of the entrance fee. We are not history buff but we sure learned a LOT here! The entrance fee includes a narrative 45 mins tour and I'm so glad we did that. Although our guide did repeat too many times the same joke lol. Afterwards you are welcome to walk to the different deck of the ship and explore. Bring water and don't forget sunblock and a hat. Facts that we learned: 1- The WWII ended here at USS Missouri with the Japanese signing the instrument of surrender. 2 - A kamikaze pilot crashed a Japanese Zero fighter plane into the starboard side of the USS Missouri during the Battle of Okinawa 3 - Cher's If I can Turn Back time video was filmed on USS Missouri. And she is also why musicians cannot make videos aboard Navy ships anymore. read more

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Super cool find in Hawaii! Who knew this is where they signed the Japanese Instrument of Surrender! On September 2, 1945, representatives from the Japanese government and Allied forces assembled aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay to sign the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, which effectively ended World War II. S0 many unfortunate events that led up to this moment but this was the end of that mess in time. Sorry, I'm a history guy. So cool we stood on the very same deck, actually it was resurfaced since, but who's checking? LOL The tour was very interesting. I learned some things I had no idea about. It is worth the few dollars ($40?) to get in. Got the tickets right at the entrance. The tour is free after you purchase tickets. Its a short tour and semi-small ship. Compared to the Midway its about 1/4 the size and not all areas are accessible. So many interesting facts learned that day. read more

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The end of WWII parked a few boat lengths from a reminder of an it began. History buffs and others will enjoy a walk around history. I noticed many more Japanese tourists than I'd seen before. One had tears as she read the accounts and letters written before the Kamikaze pilots took to the air. Exhibits had changed dramatically since our first visit here, keeping it fresh and interesting. read more

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The tour bus brought us here. Loved it! Be sure to read the history as well. It's fascinating to walk and explore here. Words can't describe it. Be sure to have good walking shoes. Lots of photo ops here. read more

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Very well run and maintained museum ship located in Pearl Harbor adjacent to the Arizona Memorial. Getting on to the base requires you to pass through security, no bags allowed, and then to take a shuttle to Fords Island but the effort is worthwhile. Missouri is in great shape due to the efforts of the staff and they also act as very helpful and informed docents who are stationed strategically throughout the ship to answer questions. There are both guided and self-guided tours which permit you to see a good deal of the ship's main spaces along with a below-decks museum covering the ship's construction to her final disposition as a museum herself. Any visitor to Pearl will find this to be a worthwhile stop on their tour. read more

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Whoa. You get to go thru the entire ship! It's interesting. I liked the way that each room was labeled. I'm not one for tight spaces, so seeing even the Captain's quarters was a shock! The bunks made my head spin newscasts they were so small. Cool place to learn! read more

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Enjoyed our visit to the USS Missouri; very interesting knowing the part it played in American history. The size of the warship was impressive, but the size of the cannons really blows one away! This is a must-see for anyone visiting Oahu or for any history buff. When we got here, the system was down, so we had to wait to get our tickets. It would have been nice if the ticket sales person could have mentioned that we could buy them online, but she didn't say anything and I didn't think about it until after my husband got the tickets. Had we gone online, we would've saved $6 each! Well, I guess they can use the extra money for the upkeep of the ship. The refreshment stand had some nice snacks during our wait. My husband and I shared a Dole Pineapple Whip ($6) that was very refreshing. The canteen area had a couple of bulletin boards with pictures of entertainers who visited. Visitors were asked to wear masks if entering any indoor areas, but many forgot; I guess going from "no mask" on the decks to "mask" on the inside areas was too hard for many! Docents at each area were friendly and tried to answer all questions. Many of them had a lot of information to share. As stated earlier, this is a must see for any history buff and interesting even for the non-buffs! read more

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This is a must see when in Oahu for any history buffs. This is where Japan surrendered during WW2 ending the war and a lot of history is on this ship. The juxtaposition of the ship just feet from where WW2 started for the US and then to have the location where it ended within eye sight is just amazing. As a military family, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We chose to come here after visiting USS Arizona memorial. An emotional yet eye opening day. I highly recommend a visit for anyone. We bought tickets at Pearl Harbor MWR ITT office prior to driving over to ford island. $20 per person This ship is located on Ford Island and you need to have base access to visit or go with tour group. Just carry your ID anywhere you go in Hawaii- it's best to play it safe. Wear sneakers or closed toes shoes as it's suggested. I would not recommend this for disabled, people with small children or pregnant women. You do a lot of walking and ladder wells. If you are not used to this- it can be a lot for some people. If you are active duty and wear your uniform- you can visit for FREE. Restrooms were located off the ship as they were not working at the time we visited. Ample parking outside the entrance. They did have a handicap lot right outside the entrance for those who are disabled. They offer free tours starting every 20 min or so with a tour guide. They even had tour guides who spoke multiple languages. Very neat! Take your time and walk the ship and all levels. The visit could last from 1 hour to 3 hours. Go Navy! HOO YAH! read more

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If you're coming to Pearl Harbor to see more than one exhibit, you'll want to instantly walk to the shuttle to come over here first. And come early. It took us a little over an hour here. We do some reading. But we don't do the shopping and tours that can take up more time. Come early. The place gets crazy crowded as the day goes on. To optimize your time, they recommend starting here. You will have a scheduled time for the Arizona. So depending on when that is, (for us it was 1315. Be at the port at least 15 minutes early) so we went to aviation museum next. Then we saw the Arizona. read more

This was the second stop in our Pearl Harbor Pass. This museum is located on Ford Island and therefore a military ID is required if you are driving into the base. Otherwise you catch the free shuttle from the Pear Harbor Visitor Center and are dropped off and picked up. The shuttle consists of a loop: Pearl Harbor, USS Missouri and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum and in that order. You're kinda forced to complete the museums in that fashion. This is also the 2nd shuttle stop and the recommendation is to disembark here in order to utilize your time efficiently. The tour is self guided, although we did catch blurbs of a tour in front of us. It would be worthwhile to join a guided tour (free), but we were on a mission to hit 3/4 of the stops for the pass. The history aboard this ship is AMAZING and influential. However, I did knock a star because the exhibits themselves were not interactive. We have visited several marine vessel museums (Midway and Turner Joy) and the accessibility and flow of the tour was not very good on the USS Missouri. This is a must stop for history buffs. Our kids love reading and this was just the right place for them. This would be a good stop for families too. Plenty of ladders to climb and a very active place to walk for the older kids. I'd recommend carrying the infants/tots on carriers. The museum is not stroller friendly. The grill located off the ship was surprisingly good..we lunched there on our day trip to Pearl Harbor. There was a good variety and the food was actually tasty. read more

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Very cool place to visit. End of WWII artifact. Definitely suggest getting the Pearl Harbor passport to do all the sites read more

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It was a good experience to come here. It is a somber feeling but it is a very nice attraction. The shuttle does take a little time to get from Arizona to Missouri as there are a lot of tourists interested in the historical sites. The ships are beautiful honestly. I purchased tickets for the Captain's cabin along with the Chief Engineer's tour but I did not have enough time to do the Captain's cabin and plan to return soon. My guide was so nice and explained additional information while guiding me. Please be aware you will have to climb up ladders, stairs and smaller spacing. The site truly is magnificent and I pay my respects to all involved or affected. Coming from a family with a lot of military background, I was very proud that I have interest in not just reading on the historical events but taking the opportunity to visit as well. read more

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Awesome tour, watch your step, after being warned I still tripped! . The bus ride was comfortable with little waiting time. Bonus, Hawaiian ice and Dole ice cream was awesome after a hot day! read more

As a local you never really appreciate the must see places in Oahu. As a world history fanatic, I've always wanted to check out the USS Missouri. Seeing it in person really puts it in perspective as to how important it was to win the war against imperial Japan. The best part to see on this warship is the impressive 16 inch cannons that dominated over the horizon. Really spectacular to see. You have to take a step back near the bow of the warship and really appreciate this weapon. Then there is the crash site of the kamikaze attack at the rear of the ship. And being near the site makes you immerse yourself as if you were back in the events when it happened. There are many corridors and ladders you can walk around into and see what life was like out at sea which requires a lot of walking and exploring. I will definitely be back to see this again. There is no measure to see how important this ship was during world war 2. I recommend everyone especially locals to see this. read more

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A very awesome tour of a wonderfully kept WWII era battleship. It is moored in Pearl Harbor, but it was not there during the December 7, 1941 attack. However, this historic battleship is where the Japanese Instrument of Surrender was signed in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945. The ship is actually located on the base, so if you have military ID, you can drive to it. Otherwise, you can take a shuttle from the "World War II Valor In The Pacific National Monument" (AKA Pearl Harbor Visitor Center AKA USS Arizona Memorial). Cost to tour the battleship is $5 which includes an informative guided tour around the deck. You get to see and stand at the exact spot where General MacArthur and other officials signed the Japanese Instrument of Surrender. Very historical spot. After the tour of the deck you are free to venture below deck by yourself and see the mess halls, the sleeping quarters, officer's areas, and more. The ship is in really great shape and is well worth the $5 to check it out. read more

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Didn't make it there. The line was too long to catch the bus from Pearl Harbor, the round trip would have taken 3+ hours. Don't buy tickets until you are at Pearl Harbor, it's better to assess the wait before you buy than to buy the tickets and realize you can't fit it in, and there are no refunds. :( read more

Revisited this historic landmark on Ford Island. It was one memorable experience, although in 28 Jun 19 it was extremely hot and uncomfortably humid on the deck of Missouri; however, this is a must see place for visitors to the Aloha State. Timing of the visit is important, too. Currently, certain parts of the ship are under renovation, which made those areas not photogenic. One can spend many hours walkthrough allowable areas on the ship to appreciate sailors life on this battleship in the good old days. read more

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I have been to the shop multiple times for events however I had family in town and decided to take the guided tour. So glad we did, it was incredible!!!! Rosie is the guide that you need to have she was so knowledgeable professional and the way she delivered her speaking points was AMAZING!! We all 3 became emotional during the tour. Do not leave the island without doing the guided t *** Update*** Rosie is no longer there so ask for Kayla. We just did a tour with her today and she is by far the best out of the 4 tours we have done. Thank you Kayla read more

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I've probably been to the USS Missouri about 10 times in the past 3 1/2 years and toured it fully twice. You can check out the USS Missouri in an hour and a half, which includes that 30 minute free tour. As with most historical things, please read a little about the USS Missouri before you head there just to realize its impact in history beforehand. The story behind Japan's formal surrender on the USS Missouri is like no other formal surrender on history. The surrender deck has a replica of the original document, one of the pens used in the signing and a picture of the very signing itself. A little further beyond the surrender deck is an image of a kamikaze Japanese zero who rammed into the side of the ship during world war 2. The original indent was kept there throughout the duration of its service in the Navy. Inside the USS Missouri provides a look into how sailors live, eat and operate the ship. Some of the steps are really steep, so be careful! On the third floor you can see the USS Arizona memorial. On a clear day you can see the outline of the ship in the water from on top. It's worth the money and all the funds go to the staff to keep the ship repaired. Pictures: Take one in front of the guns, snap a few on the surrender deck and take some pictures overlooking the Arizona memorial. read more

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Wow, last time I was at Pearl Harbor, the Missouri wasn't there. This is a must see! My wife and I teared up on the deck during our guided tour when she talked about the treaty being signed in Japan at this very spot on the deck of the Missouri. So cool! I've been to a few WWII museum ships but I'll never forget the Missouri. They did a great job, just wish we could see even more of it but then that would take all day. It's huge! read more

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Awesome tour of history with Heidi who took great care of us on the Chief Engineers tour. This was a bucket lit item for me and it was totally worth it read more

Awesome! Must see! This ship has tremendous history. The museum portions on the inside of the ship are very well done. The tour guides top-side are pretty good and give a decent history on the ships life and battles. The souvenir shop and restaurant are also great. I have been here several times and enjoy it more and more each time. read more

This review is for the living history day as well as the USS Missouri in general. The USS Missouri is absolutely one of the must-see attractions on Oahu. It represents where World War II ended and it looks out over the USS Arizona Memorial where World War II started for the United States. I would recommend coming at any time but the living history day was a little bit more crowded than most with more younger children. But they had live speakers bands and other reenactors which was really cool to see as well. The USS Missouri is a good mix of 1940s technology as well as 1980s technology as the boat was modernized in the late 1980s where she served for a few more years before finally being retired. It is just really interesting to see a World War II era Battleship that was modernized in the 1980s. There is a ton of history on board this boat and one of them for me is the dent that is still in the side from a Kamikaze attack. Inside the boat they have more information on the attack including several actual pictures and fragments of the aircraft. There is stuff to do and see inside the boat as well as outside so I would recommend spending at least two maybe even three hours at this stop. I would not necessarily recommend bringing really young children or strollers on board because there are ladders that you have to go up and down on the boat to get the full experience but if you just want to be relegated to the main decks then I suppose it would be okay. But the whole experience is climbing up and down throughout the whole bow and seeing all of the displays on the inside as well. Certain parts on the inside our air condition so you can get out of the heat if you need to as well. The other thing that people always look at is the surrender deck which has a ton of history on it is well but the Missouri in general is just a wealth of history and a lot to do learn and see on board. I personally think it is great that they are preserving this part of history and especially a boat that has so much historical value. The one thing that the living history day really brings in is that the boat is just a piece of metal but it took a fully train crew that was ready to fight in go to battle in order to take on our enemies. On a normal day you really don't get to see that other than through the pictures and people see the mechanical sides of things but there were a lot of lives at stake on board this vessel. Overall just an amazing representation of freedom in the United States of America and the men and women who served aboard this vessel and she truly has one of the most unique stories in all of the Navy. read more

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This was much more moving than I ever expected. First learning about the cannons that each weigh what the space shuttle unloaded weighs...then the 2700lb projectile it shoots 23 miles. The wars this ship has seen could make a movie of it's own. The most poignant part was seeing the letters the kamikaze pilots wrote to their families! Try not crying after reading those. Every American must visit Pearl Harbor if in Oahu. Make it a priority! Even if you know nothing about world war 2 this will pique your interest in the conflict. 60 million people perished most of which were civilians. It was an atrocity that hopefully mankind can learn from and never repeat. Although it's a solemn place they have props for you to take pics. Mops to swab the deck, 20mm machine guns with a helmet to wear and more! Don't want to give it all away so go, have fun and appreciate the sacrifices others have made in hopes to bring humanity forward not backwards! read more

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Fantastic experience, amazing volunteers and staff available to answer questions. Our family really enjoyed touring the USS Missouri.

Because we are a military family, it was really important for us to visit this particular memorial. It was moving, knowing the story behind it. I would definitely recommend visiting at least once. But make sure you go earlier in the day; it closes at 4pm and you will want to have enough time to see everything. Go in, take your time, and really appreciate the historic surroundings. Side note: if you are a fan of the movie Battleship with Rihanna, it's pretty cool to be able to reference the ship as it was featured in the movie. read more

A must see when in Oahu! You are able to explore almost all the ship during the self guided tour. You can also go through it fast or take your time since their isn't a time limit to how long you have. Very interesting perspective on what our soldiers have to go through while living at sea. read more

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The USS Missouri was awesome. The boat is cool to tour, and the history is great. What makes the experience, though, is the people. The shuttle drivers are friendly and personable. The ticket counter and gift shop folks are great, and our guide, Cedrick, was so knowledgeable and answered any question asked. This has been the highlight of our trip. I would highly recommend to anyone for the history, the military perspective, and even the views of the harbor read more

Such an amazing bucket list item. Our engineers tour guide Hatie was hilarious, kind, and knowledgeable. A truly excellent experience.

I absolutely loooove this place, you're always greeted with an amazing attitude and positive words. I feel it is impirtant to revisit our past, this so that hopefully it doesn't repeat itself, i encourage you to take the heart of the Missouri tour, included with that is the highlighted tour so you won't miss a thing read more

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