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.

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  • 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

  • Jack London Photographer - Novelist

    Click here to see what's happening. Now showing aboard the Star of India This and many other public events at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. Click here to see what's happening.

  • Voyage to Paradise Travel Program

    Click here for information May 17th to June 1, 2012 A 14-day island exploration cruise of Polynesia’s enchanting Marquesas Islands Click here for information

  • Original Paintings, Sculptures and Artifacts

    Tickets now available Exclusive, once in a Lifetime Exhibition From the collections of ©The Kelton Foundation. Features worlds largest collection of Gauguin ..... Tickets now available

  • San Salvador build-site now 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

  • Take a Historic Bay Cruise aboard Pilot!

    Click here for infomation. 45 minute Cruises on San Diego Bay. Take a ride aboard the oldest active pilot boat in the country. Click here for infomation.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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