Overview
Our General Access Pass
Includes a top-level overview of the ship and its history, free access to the mobile application, Vicky the Dog Scavenger Hunt, and a variety of museum exhibits including Lost at Sea with Dr. Bob Ballard.
Plus private transfers to and from the USS Iowa.
Battleship USS Iowa served our country proudly in WWII, Korea, and the Cold War. Today, the historic U.S. Navy ship is an iconic Los Angeles landmark and considered one of the region’s best museum for families and visitors of all ages.
During your visit and tour, you will follow in the footsteps of sailors and our mischievous mascot Vicky the Dog and experience first hand why she is know as the “Battleship of Presidents”, “The Grey Ghost”, and “The Big Stick”. The self-guided tour includes free use or our award-winning mobile app and the Vicky the Dog scavenger hunt.
Create memories and see why Battleship USS Iowa visitors continue to rate us as one of the best museum in Los Angeles.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private transportation
Free waiting time from airport/cruise port: Up to 60 minutes.
Free waiting time from any other location: Up to 15 minutes.
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
1 checked bag 1 carry-on per guest.
Driver gratuities.
Child seats. Recovery fee: $17.00 per item.
Additional waiting time (upon request): $15.00 per every 15 minutes.
Exra luggage/oversize luggage: $17.00 per item.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Battleship USS Iowa Museum
2 hours
Battleship USS Iowa served our country proudly in WWII, Korea, and the Cold War. Today, the historic U.S. Navy ship is an iconic Los Angeles landmark and considered one of the region’s best museum for families and visitors of all ages. Create memories and see why Battleship USS Iowa visitors continue to rate us as one of the best museum in Los Angeles.
Battleship USS Iowa began its service during WWII after being built at New York Navy Ship Yard. Namesake of the last class of Battleships, she went on to serve during three different eras.
Launched on August 27, 1940, the USS IOWA battleship would head for Newfoundland and the North Atlantic just three years later for her first war patrol during World War II.
On August 25, 1951, the USS IOWA was recommissioned for service due to the escalating tension occurring between the United States and Korea. For seven years, the Battleship IOWA had an active role in the Korean Conflict.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Accessibility to Persons with Disabilities Battleship IOWA Museum has installed one chairlift on Main Deck; the deck used to board and exit the ship, bringing guests to the 01 level to the Captain’s Cabin where former President FDR stayed. As part of the opening of the Battleship IOWA’s newest exhibit, LOST AT SEA, two more lifts for our physically impaired guests are newly installed facilitate access to the 2nd deck museum spaces and the 3rd deck new exhibit area. Noting the spaces mentioned above, wheelchair and guests utilizing walkers are restricted to Main Deck exterior spaces while on Battleship IOWA. While there are still obstacles such as uneven decking to contend with while on the Main Deck, our wheelchair and guests using walkers can visit our exhibits located during tour operating hours. The Battleship IOWA is a floating museum ship. The steepness of the boarding gangways is dependent upon the ocean currents and waves, with higher tides providing a steep ramp incline while boarding. Accessing the museum at low or mid-tide conditions is much easier to negotiate when using an assisted device such as a walker, wheelchair or even a cane. An arrival planned around tidal conditions during operating hours is as simple as checking the San Pedro, Ca tide chart: www.tide-forecast.com/locations/San-Pedro/tides/latest
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
FAQs about Los Angeles Battleship USS Iowa Experience with Private Transfer
Can I cancel Los Angeles Battleship USS Iowa Experience with Private Transfer for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2–3 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- Free waiting time from airport/cruise port: Up to 60 minutes.
- Free waiting time from any other location: Up to 15 minutes.
- Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- 1 checked bag 1 carry-on per guest.
What's not included?
- Driver gratuities.
- Child seats. Recovery fee: $17.00 per item.
- Additional waiting time (upon request): $15.00 per every 15 minutes.
- Exra luggage/oversize luggage: $17.00 per item.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by RapidShuttle.
