Special Notifications

• This guided tour begins at 9:00am in the morning and runs at least four hours, after which visitors may remain on the ship for the rest of the day.
• Everybody must bring their own flashlight; HORNET does not supply individual lights.
• Cameras are welcome, but must have a neck strap.
• Tour participants must wear comfortable shoes. Heels and open-toed shoes are not allowed.
• Tour participants must be in good physical health as there will be lots of walking and climbing.
• Due to safety reasons, children 12 and under are not allowed on VIP Restoration Behind the Scenes Tour.
• Tour space is limited to 20 people.
•  Tours may be rescheduled, no refunds

VIP Behind the Scenes  Restoration Tour

Beat the crowds and receive a special tour of areas on board HORNET that have not yet been opened to the public or have limited access during the day:

Spaces that may be Included Are:

• Combat Information Center (CIC)
• Message Center (Radio Central)
• Forward Diesel Machine Room
• Ship’s Main Laundry
• Special Weapons Storage & Work Space
• Brig
• Catapult Machinery Room
• Cobbler Shop
• Dental Spaces

Following the guided tour, explore the rest of the museum on your own. (The guided portion of the tour lasts at least three hours and may vary from the above itinerary.)

Tour Schedule

VIP Behind the Scenes Restoration Tours are usually held the third Saturday of the month.