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40 Patriots Point Rd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
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Admiral's Tour

Rank up your visit with the Admiral’s Tour, Patriots Point’s most exclusive experience aboard the USS Yorktown!

  • Tour length: 90-minutes
  • Ages: 12 and up
  • Cost: $40/person (general admission not included)
  • Days Available: Thursday-Saturday, tour starts at 11:30 a.m.

See our ticketing page for availability and details.

 

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READY TO MOVE UP THE RANKS?

Experience the USS Yorktown like never before with the Admiral’s Tour, Patriots Point’s most in-depth guided experience. Led by an expert guide, this behind-the-scenes tour takes you beyond the standard visitor route and into spaces rarely seen by the public, including the:

  • Battle Dressing Station
  • Forecastle/Fo'c'sle
  • Captain's Cabin
  • Flag Bridge
  • Pri-Fly

The Pri-Fly—short for Primary Flight Control—is a true highlight of the tour, offering one of the best views anywhere on the ship with sweeping sights of the Yorktown and Charleston Harbor!

Along the way, your guide will share powerful stories of the sailors, aviators, and leaders who served aboard this historic aircraft carrier—making it the perfect experience for visitors looking for a deeper, behind-the-scenes look at the USS Yorktown.

What You'll See

Step aboard the legendary USS Yorktown for an exclusive tour that brings history to life. Led by an expert guide, you’ll delve into the ship’s most fascinating and historically rich locations, immersing yourself in the daily life of sailors and airmen who once served aboard this iconic vessel.

 

  • Unrestored Battle Dressing Station

    Walk through this untouched WWII-era medical bay, where wounded sailors once fought for their lives.

  • The Fo'c'sle (Forward Deck)

    Explore the ship's frontmost deck and learn how sailors lived, worked and prepared for action.

  • Captain's Cabin

    Peek inside the commanding officer's private quarters and hear about the pressure-filled decisions made at sea.

  • The Flag Bridge

    Stand at the exact location where the USS Yorktown (CV-10) took a direct bomb hit and discover how the crew held strong.

  • PrI-Fly (Primary Flight Control)

    Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the flight deck while learning how air operations were coordinated during the Yorktown’s time at sea.

 

Please note that some tours may require moderate mobility due to stairs or uneven surfaces. 

View from the decks near the Pry Fly on the VIP Tour at Patriots Point.

Step Into History with the Admiral's Tour

Explore the USS Yorktown and other incredible exhibits in a whole new way! Grab your Admiral's Tour spot today and unlock an unforgettable adventure

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