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The Mariners' Museum and Park

Maritime museum

4.8(3139 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM
The Mariners' Museum and Park

About

Maritime history & the USS Monitor. Remains of the ironclad USS Monitor anchor this extensive museum exploring global maritime history.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at The Mariners' Museum and Park:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    100 Museum Dr, Newport News, VA 23606
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    Phone
    (757) 596-2222
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    Hours
    Monday:9 AM–5 PM
    Tuesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Wednesday:9 AM–5 PM
    Thursday:9 AM–5 PM
    Friday:9 AM–5 PM
    Saturday:9 AM–5 PM
    Sunday:9 AM–5 PM

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Cafe: Has cafe
  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restaurant: Has restaurant
  • Restroom: Has restroom

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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