The Maritime Museum of San Diego enjoys a worldwide reputation for excellence in restoring, maintaining and operating historic vessels. The museum has one of the world's finest collections of historic ships, including the world's oldest active ship Star of India. Our collection of ships and exhibits are available for daily public tours.

 

The Maritime Museum in the news. April, 2013 - CNN Travel article, and Photographer Jerry Soto's comprehensive photographic record of San Salvador Construction at Spanish Landing Park. - Click Here.

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  • Adventure Sailing on the tall ship Californian!

    Adventure Sailing Come Aboard and sail with us! There's nothing like the experience of sailing on a tall ship. Adventure Sailing

  • History, Entertainment, and Fun for all ages

    Click here to see events Public Events at the Museum Fathers Day sailings, Kid's Night Out, 4th of July Picnic, plus so much more. Click here to see events

  • 150th Anniversary Gala ONCE upon a STAR

    Click here Benefiting the San Salvador project. Gala tickets and sponsorship opportunities now available. Click here

  • Take a Historic Bay Cruise aboard Pilot!

    Click here for infomation. Popular 45 minute San Diego Bay Cruises. Just $5.00 plus museum admission! Click here for infomation.

  • Swift Boat at the Maritime Museum of San Diego

    Click here for info You can help! To be restored and operated on San Diego Bay. Click here for info

  • Educational Programs For All Ages

    Learn More Join us at sea, dockside, or aloft! Explore the great age of sail and steam on San Diego's waterfront Learn More

  • San Salvador Cabrillo's Galleon of Discovery

    Click here to shop Now Available This special publication of Mains'l Haul and other San Salvador gifts now available Click here to shop

  • Weddings and Receptions A Truly Memorable Location

    Click here for information A place of Charm and Ambiance With timeless elegance and unparalleled beauty your wedding will be memorable and romantic. Click here for information

  • You'll See It All Here! History translated for you

    Exploring our maritime heritage. Check-out our unique exhibits. Discover the maritime stories, events, journeys, etc. that created today's world. Exploring our maritime heritage.

  • San Salvador build-site open to the public!

    Learn More Here Build-site at Spanish Landing Building vessels like the San Salvador requires people, work and money. You can help! Learn More Here

  • Announcing Wednesday Weddings

    Click here for weddings! At the Maritime Museum of San Diego Every Wednesday, the museum offers $400 wedding ceremonies Click here for weddings!

  • Unique facility rentals on San Diego bay

    Click for information A venue as incredible as the history it holds Plan your next meeting, special event, wedding / reception at the Maritime Museum of San Diego Click for information