The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA Memorial is a preserved World War II vessel serving as her state’s World War II memorial and a museum …
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May 16, 2025
This is a must see when visiting Wilmington, NC. This visitor center has a nice display of all ships/boats previously named North Carolina. This was new information to me. The docents were very frien…Full review by RandyW440
May 9, 2025
This was my first time visiting the USS North Carolina. It was such a great time. My children weren’t looking forward to visiting but they had a great time. We were all surprised with how much of the…Full review by nicknichols123
Apr 29, 2025
A truly excellent experience. The original engineering is amazing. The stories are interesting & humbling. The quality of preservation & restoration is beyond belief. The staff are very knowledgeable…Full review by Nigel G
will be visiting for 1st time in Wilmington and both hubby and I are history bluffs but the datesa I put in for online tours said they have no openings? can people explore on their own without booking a tour? just wont't have added guide I guess - or we won't have access to below deck ? Roxie Morrill
How long does it take to tour the ship? Is it appropriate for 6 year olds?
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This is certainly appropriate for 6 year olds when their parents help in understanding the displays. I spent just over one hour and saw most of the displays. Lots of stairs.
Is this a good place to go on a field trip? I'm going with my school in May and this is one of the spots we are going to. I am still debating whether or not to go and this is probably going to be the difference.
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Hi Nick, yes, definitely go....This battleship has great history and you will see a slice of life that you would not experience anywhere within a reasonable distance. My father served …
Hi Nick, yes, definitely go....This battleship has great history and you will see a slice of life that you would not experience anywhere within a reasonable distance. My father served in WWII and I served in Viet Nam with the USMC. I have visited the Ship several times and I'm always amazed at what life was like aboard ship...Climbing up inside the gun turret will amaze you...remember the technology is 80 years old. I won't spoil it for you. You won't be disappointed.
No, it is not handicapped accessible. The only way to tour the ship is to go up and down steep, ladder-like stairs. A wheelchair could be used on the deck possibly but not below.
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