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Opening times

All times are local to Honolulu.

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

09:00–17:00 · Every dayClosed Thanksgiving (26 November 2026), 25 December and 1 January

Shuttle from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center

08:00–16:00 · About every 15 minutesThe last shuttle back leaves the museum at 17:00

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Getting to Ford Island

The museum is on Ford Island, inside an active military base. Start at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, where free shuttles leave for the museum about every 15 minutes from 08:00 to 16:00. The last shuttle back leaves the museum at 17:00.

• By car or rideshare: set the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center as your destination; parking there costs US$7 a day, and rideshare drop-offs are at the Visitor Center only.
• ID and bags: guests may be asked for ID on the shuttle, international visitors must carry a passport, and bags are not allowed on the shuttle; storage at the Bowfin Submarine Park stop costs US$6 per bag.
• Before arrival: leave time for parking, bag storage and the shuttle so you are ready for your booked time.

Useful stops along the way

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

• The Hangar Café in Hangar 37, from 11:00 to 16:00.
• The Museum Store, from 10:00 to 17:00.
• Free audio tours in six languages.
• The Rooftop Terrace of the Operations Building, included in general admission.

Bags are not allowed on the shuttle to Ford Island: storage at the Bowfin Submarine Park stop costs US$6 per bag. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

A visit that works for you

The museum is on Ford Island, inside an active military base, and is reached by a free shuttle bus from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. In the restored control tower, visitors ride the original elevator and then climb two flights of stairs; wheelchairs up to 24 inches wide can reach the tower.

• Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
• If you are bringing a stroller, confirm the current arrangements before arrival.
• Ask museum staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Visit Ford Island thoughtfully

• Stay with the visit: Ford Island is an active military base, and guests without base access cannot walk around the island.
• Bags: bags are not allowed on the shuttle; use the storage at the Bowfin Submarine Park stop.
• ID: guests may be asked for ID on the shuttle, and international visitors must carry a passport.
• Dress: swimsuits are not acceptable, and closed-toe shoes are recommended for the walking.
• Photos are welcome, except on the Admiral Clarey Bridge and in some areas of the tower.

Pearl Harbor is a place of memorials; a quiet, respectful visit matters to everyone here.

Make time for a pause

The Hangar Café in Hangar 37 serves classic American meals from 11:00 to 16:00; the grill closes at 15:00, and you don’t need admission to eat there.

• Stop for breakfast, lunch, a hot drink or refreshments nearby.
• Leave room in your plans to sit down and enjoy the setting.
• Check opening hours and menus on the day; food and drinks are purchased separately.

Leave time for a meal before the last shuttle back at 17:00.

A few details worth planning

• Book ahead: choose the date, time and places you want to visit before making other plans.
• Keep your QR ticket ready: save it on your phone or bring a printed copy, with any proof needed for reduced admission.
• Start in the right place: start at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and take the shuttle to Ford Island.
• Dress for exploring: closed-toe shoes, sun protection and a charged phone make the day easier.
• Leave space to linger: allow 40 to 60 minutes for a self-guided visit, plus time for the shuttle.