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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Jan 29, 2025
Every minute spent here was worth it. Lots of history and fascinating stuff onboard this ship, which is huge and beautiful. It's a bit of a workout though (which for me, is a bonus). Full review by ASeenath
Jan 26, 2025
Wear comfortable shoes to fully enjoy your visit as there is quite a bit of walking involved to/from and inside the battleship. I’ve visited multiple times with different groups of people. This is a… Full review by MsPearl105
Jan 18, 2025
I’ve been here several times with my friends who have visited me here in Wilmington! A great view of it from the Riverwalk. You can take a water taxi over or a short drive. There is some construction… Full review by janice c
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
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We just went not long ago and it was all self guided. There's tons of information everywhere, you won't be disappointed or feel you're missing out not having a guide. You can take …
We just went not long ago and it was all self guided. There's tons of information everywhere, you won't be disappointed or feel you're missing out not having a guide. You can take your time where you want.
How long does it take to tour the ship? Is it appropriate for 6 year olds?
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Absolutely it's appropriate for 6 year olds......usually it takes a good 2 hours to walk through the ship.....my father-in-law lived on that ship for over 4-5 years and also became a tour …
Absolutely it's appropriate for 6 year olds......usually it takes a good 2 hours to walk through the ship.....my father-in-law lived on that ship for over 4-5 years and also became a tour guide. He gave us a personal tour that took 3 hours but it went so fast because it was so interesting to hear his stories.
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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