Walk the hallowed USS Arizona Memorial on a private tour that brings history to life. Visit the Visitor Center, explore exhibits, and reflect at the National Memorial. Honor the courage that shaped our nation’s legacy.
Visit the Arizona Memorial
Located above the sunken USS Arizona, the Memorial provides a unique opportunity to reflect on one of the most pivotal moments in U.S. history. This is the final resting place for more men than any ship attacked on December 7th. The Memorial can be accessed by a free shuttle boat service, offering a chance to experience this piece of history up close.
Central Oahu
Located next to the Airport & base.
Free to public
The Arizona Memorial is free to visit.
Good for most ages
This is a quiet, contemplative place.
Make reservations
Reservations available for small fee.
NPS regulations
National Park Service regulates area.
Tour Guide & Founder
I've brought guests here for nearly 20 years, and the experience moves people every time. It's a place of remembrance, reflection, and a powerful connection to history.
Tour Guide & Founder
I've brought guests here for nearly 20 years, and the experience moves people every time. It's a place of remembrance, reflection, and a powerful connection to history.
the USS Arizona Memorial
Explore this hallowed site through exhibits and experiences that examine the attack, its history, and its global impact on a self-guided tour.
The Arizona, a World War I battleship, was fully fueled and armed when it was struck. It is one of Oahu’s most visited historic attractions and a centerpiece of the Visitor Center.
The National Park Service also shares a short film with real footage from that day to accompany your visit. It’s a must-see for history buffs, military families, and anyone wishing to pay their respects.
Arizona Memorial Info & Tickets
Reservations are not required but are highly recommended. The Arizona is perhaps the most moving spot at the Pearl Harbor National War Memorial. But the Navy may temporarily stop service for a variety of reasons, including high winds.
| Detail | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Visit Focus | ✓ Floating memorial built above the USS Arizona wreck site. |
| Access Method | ✓ Timed-entry boat shuttle operated through the National Park Service. |
| Experience Type | ✓ Quiet reflection combined with historical interpretation and remembrance. |
| Time Needed | ✓ Approximately 1–2 hours, including the Visitor Center experience. |
| Emotional Tone | ✓ Solemn, commemorative, and highly respectful environment. |
| Best Strategy | ✓ Explore the Visitor Center exhibits first, then board the memorial shuttle. |
- Operating Hours: Boats run from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Admission Costs: Free to the public ($1 Reserve)
- Self-Guided: No guide can go to Memorial with guests
- Options: Movie, Audio Tours, Virtual reality Goggles
- Dress Code: No swimsuits or military fatigues onboard
- Address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818
- Access: Board the boat from the main Visitor Center
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About the Arizona Memorial
Whether you’re drawn to powerful history, a moment of reflection, or honoring those who served, the Arizona Memorial offers one of the island’s most profound and memorable experiences. Keep scrolling for answers, and read the Pearl Harbor visitors’ guide to help plan your visit.
Where is the Arizona Memorial located?
What makes the Arizona Memorial unique?
What are the best times to visit the Memorial?
Do you need a reservation for the Memorial?
Do tickets guarantee you will board the Arizona?
No. A reserved ticket on the shuttle boat never guarantees you will board the Arizona Memorial, regardless of whether you or a tour company booked them.
The United States Navy operates the shuttle boats, and they have the final say over their launch. In cases of high winds, thunderstorms, and other unforeseen events, access to the Memorial may be cut off without notification or refund.
Whatʻs included in the Arizona program ticket?
The USS Arizona Memorial program at Pearl Harbor National Memorial is managed by the National Park Service and facilitated by the United States Navy, the program includes the following key components:
- Timed Boat Ride: Departing every 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the boat transports visitors from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center to the USS Arizona Memorial. Each boat accommodates up to 145 passengers, adhering to U.S. Navy and Coast Guard regulations.
- Safety Orientation: Prior to boarding, visitors receive a brief safety briefing to ensure a secure and informative journey.
- USS Arizona Memorial Visit: Upon arrival, guests have approximately 15 minutes to explore the memorial, which stands above the sunken remains of the USS Arizona battleship.
- Return Boat Ride: After the visit, the boat returns passengers to the Visitor Center, concluding the program.
- Program Duration: The entire USS Arizona Memorial program lasts approximately 45 minutes.
- Restroom Facilities: There are no restrooms available on the boats or at the memorial. Visitors are advised to use the facilities at the Visitor Center before embarking.
- Reservation Details: Reservations are required and can be made online through Recreation.gov. A non-refundable $1 fee per ticket applies. It’s recommended to arrive at least one hour before your scheduled program time to check in at the Ticket Validation Desk.
For more information and to make reservations, please visit the USS Arizona Memorial Programs page on the National Park Service website.
Are there restrictions at the National Park?
As a respectful and somber site, visitors are asked to refrain from smoking, loud talking, or engaging in disruptive behavior. Pets are not allowed except for service animals. Photography is permitted, but it’s best to remain mindful of other visitors as this is a sacred place.
In addition, all tour companies must operate by the Commercial User Agreement while at the Visitor Center. Guides are permitted 5 minutes of “wayfinding,” limited to visual directions and instructions.
No guides (from any company) may accompany Visitors through the Road to War, Attack Museums, theater, or shuttle boat to the Arizona.
Guests board the shuttles to the Arizona Memorial from the Main Visitor Center. If you are able to secure advance reservations, make sure to arrive an hour before the ticket time. But same-day seating is free to the public.
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