USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access

4.8 (312 reviews) Charleston, USA
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Duration1h 30m
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Overview

Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned in 1943, the “Fighting Lady” was once manned by over 3,000 people and designed to fight off enemies all over the globe during WWII. You will hear stories of their ultimate sacrifice and heroism as the people that once inhabited this ship dedicated their lives to the service of our country and to this great ship. This tour offers exclusive nighttime access to select areas of the ship that are not available during regular museum hours, providing a rare after-dark experience aboard one of America’s most historic naval vessels.

**Highlights may include:**

- Maritime Superstitions
- Unusual Ship Christening
- Captain Jocko Clark
- Smokey Stover
- Mysterious Sailor Disappearance

What's included

  • Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
  • Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
  • 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
  • Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
  • Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public
  • Pay to park lot on site. Follow instructions on signage. Pricing may vary.

What to expect

  1. Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
    Admission ticket included
    Come aboard the USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned in 1943, the "Fighting Lady" was once manned by over 3,000 people and designed to fight off enemies all over the globe during WWII. You will hear stories of their ultimate sacrifice and heroism as the people who once inhabited this ship dedicated their lives to the service of our country and to this great ship. This tour gives you exclusive nighttime access to areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck after dark.

    Highlights may include:
    -Maritime Superstitions
    -Unusual ship christening
    -Captain Jocko Clark
    -Smokey Stover
    -Mysterious Sailor Disappearance

    *The USS Yorktown Ghost Tours meet at 40 Patriots Point Rd in Mt. Pleasant. Tours meet at the ticketing booth at The Ship Shop 15 minutes prior to tour time. **You must enter through the front gates. WATER SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY**

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, 29464-4377, United States
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End point
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, 29464-4377, United States
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Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tours do run rain or shine. The USS Yorktown is not climate controlled. It is hot in the Summer and cold in the Winter. Please dress accordingly and wear closed-toed, comfortable shoes.
  • **Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
  • You must enter through the front gates. MARINA SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY
  • Bringing bottled water is recommended especially during the summer heat. Ship store is not open for purchases.
  • Tour meets at The Ship Shop ticketing booth 15 minutes prior. If you have found the vending machines and restrooms, you are in the right place!
  • There is a good amount of walking and lots of narrow stairways to navigate up and down and throughout the tour. There are also ladders used that are not easy to navigate for one having trouble walking.
  • Guests arriving by water taxi, please allow an extra 20 minutes to walk around to the front entrance for check in.
  • Please note there is a pay-to-park on site
  • We do require a minimum to operate our tours. Should your tour not hit the minimum needed to run, we will notify you as soon as possible.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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