Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

We visited Patriots Place on a Sunday, which happened to be Father's Day! I was expecting large crowds, but it's so big with so much to see that it didn't feel crowded at all. The ship is amazing. There were lots of captain staircases involved. They do have an elevator if you can not do them. However, it is small. In the Medal of Honor exhibit, there were a lot of interactive things for kids, like seeing how cold their metal cups would get overnight, seeing if you could do pull-ups and how heavy a rucksack felt. Off the boat, we saw two dolphins playing in the water, which enhanced the trip. My favorite part was surely the Vietnam War experience. Make sure you follow the wooden boardwalk and go into all the trailers to watch the videos (even kids will like them, i promise). I loved the hologram soldiers and how the trailer vibrated during the realistic war scenes. Staff were all helpful and friendly. They have plenty of bathrooms available on the main floor of the ship and some outside the gift shop. I was not prepared for the parking to be prepared, which I was a little disappointed by, but still a great trip nonetheless.

A Great Family Outing! This is a fantastic place to visit with the family. Be prepared for plenty of walking and several steps throughout the ship — but that's all part of the experience. One highlight was the impressive Vietnam War dedication area, which was both educational and engaging for the kids. A meaningful and memorable visit for all ages!

It was a great museum. Especially captain exclusive room was interesting. I bought captain’s Guided tour, I highly recommend visitor to buy it. Because you can look around something special spots for whom bought the Captain’s tour. Flight deck area was spectacular. There was a short documentary movie you can watch in theatre spot.

Bought tickets online, started off by going through the gift shop which is typical for these types of things. Went through and did a self guided tour of the carrier, wife and I also did the flight simulator which was fun. Vietnam camp was last and the videos are great. I know between parking and the tickets we spent a good bit but I enjoyed it

Family and I went here on our short vacation in Charleston with our 2 and 5 year olds. Parking is near and ample enough. Easily paid via phone. You pay just behind the gift shop for general admission. Only 3 bucks more per adult ticket vs paying online. Children 4 and under free. My two young kids enjoyed it. It was a lot of walking around and exploring. Many awesome tours available. Both above and below the ship. Place was beautiful and well maintained. My kids were asking to come back to this that’s how much we all enjoyed it. Very affordable for the family. We spent a good 3 hours here. Highly recommend!

Bought tickets online the day before. I wish we would have planned out more time to spend at this site. We went through most of the first tour and then went up to the flight deck. There is a second ship and some other things to see on the ship and on land. There is plenty of parking available but you will pay for it. Highly recommend.

Free with NARM membership. This is one of the departure spots for the Fort Sumter tour. Spent $21 to park here for 3+ hours. The museum consists of the Vietnam Experience, the USS Yorktown and the USS Laffey. The Medal of Honor museum is on the USS Yorktown. There are many aircraft to view. Lots of information. My husband and I spent 3 hours here before our Fort Sumter tour.

Patriots Point is a must-visit for anyone interested in American naval history. Anchored by the massive USS Yorktown (CV-10), the museum offers an immersive experience that’s both educational and deeply moving. Exploring the aircraft carrier—from its bridge to its hangars and flight deck—feels like stepping into living history. The collection of vintage aircraft, war rooms, and simulators is outstanding. Highlights include the USS Laffey, known as “The Ship That Would Not Die,” and the USS Clamagore submarine, each offering a unique glimpse into wartime life at sea. The exhibits are well-preserved, the setting dramatic, and the overall atmosphere powerful. Whether you’re a history buff or casual visitor, Patriots Point is an unforgettable experience that honors the service and sacrifice of America’s naval heroes.

This was a really fun way to spend a few hours in Charleston. We did a guided tour and it was well worth the money. You get a behind the scenes feel, which was super cool!

Awesome chance to see restored plane models and the USS Yorktown, with some museum spaces and self-guided tours set up so that you can experience life on a carrier. A must-see for military, naval, and aviation nerds. They currently have an F14 tomcat on the carrier. Space is cramped and stairs/ladders are steep. The surface deck of the ship is not covered, so not ideal for a rainy day. I don't know that I could spend 6 hours here, but 2 and 4 hours are definitely doable. Tickets are a bit pricey. Gift shop is a tourist trap.

SCAM ALERT - DO NOT USE THE PALMETTO PARKING PARKING LOT. Use the museum parking lot, Palmetto Parking staff will try to aggressively direct you to their parking lot, and flat out lie when you ask about the parking at the museum itself. Don't fall for it, you'll pay way more, and by the hour. Other than that, highly recommend this glimpse into naval 1940's technology.

Parking costs more than the museum. So sad. Museum is excellent, rating was brought down by corporate greed.

Really neat experience. We had amazing weather the weekend we came here. I'm amazed at how big that ship is. My sister is on an amphibious ship so it was cool to tour and think of her. There were so many nooks and crannies, and by far, it had the best looking mannequins I have ever seen with lifelike faces. I only mention that, because I've never seen anything like it. I would recommend eating before you come because it's easy to spend a whole day there, and there isn't anywhere to get food. When you pay for parking, your ticket and parking are valid all day. We came here the night before, and it was neat to see the lights on the ship as the sun was setting. Very beautiful! After spending so much time on the USS Yorktown, we breezed through the other ship. That one doesn't have air conditioning so when the weather is warm/hot watch out. Don't miss the Vietnam experience. There's some cool aircraft and watercraft hidden back there. My family would recommend checking this out for sure!

Excellent museum. Included the aircraft carrier, WWII planes, Apollo space mission replicas and Vietnam boats, guns and jeeps. Did not tour the destroyer - another time. The parking however was another story. Should have been straight forward , my fault for misplacing the ticket. What followed, however. was a total lack of courtesy from attendants and a parking system so out of date we were trapped as were others because the gate couldn't be lifted. They wanted a full day parking charge for 2 hours of tour because of the lost ticket. Great tour just beware of the parking!

Talk about historic. WWII. Warships. We stopped here on our way back from our recent vacation down south. This was more of a stop for my son, who loves warships, but also myself as I indulge in WWII history. May be not the most well restored WWII warships, but never-the-less, this stop was awesome! The Yorktown and Laffey have so much to offer in terms of history and showing you what it was like when our veterans served on these ships. From everyday life to a mix of experiences and even some knowledgeable shifts. If you are interested with history, WWII, ships, or hands down just like sightseeing. This stop is definitely worth the time and money! Please note. This ships do have very tight, narrow, steep, and awkward corridors, it might not be ideal for some people.

I have used this place multiple times, it's 1 of 2 launching places for Fort Sumter. Last summer took my stepson on the USS Yorktown captains tour. Very informative and educational. Part of the tour is the USS Laffey, both are definitely worth a visit. There they also have a Vietnam base camp site, for military history experience. If your looking for a military history fun filled educational day would definitely recommend.

The ships are really awesome to see. All the volunteers and workers are exceptional. Very enjoyable time and a lot of history to see. The big draw down though is the parking company for the parking lot. I had to pay 17.50 to park for 3 hours ,which was absolutely outrageous. That will be my last time there Unfortunately .

While the staff was great and knowledgeable, I was disappointed regarding the USS Yorktown. Four self guided tours to choose from. We took Tour 4 first. It was mainly a collection of models. Little or no information as to what the various rooms were used for. We then took tour 2 and it was better. Cool to walk up to the observation deck to look over the flight deck. We later saw there was an audio tour available. I wish we had taken take or a guided tour. The Medal of Honor was very impressive. I wish we had more time to view it. I then toured the Destroyer. Parts were air conditioned. Hallelujah! Lots of information so you knew what you were looking at. We then went to the Vietnam exhibit area. Very well done. Nice film and a good selection of equipment (helicopters, artillery, personnel buildings, etc) to look at.

I have lived in SC my whole life and never visited this place. Took my son a couple of weeks ago, and he had a blast! It was good for him to get out of the house and learn a little bit of history. The ship is more vast than anticipated. There are several levels going downward and upward. We were out there for 2 hours and still did not see the whole ship. We will be returning. I have a whole new respect for Navy men and women. Those stairs wore me out!! Just think of going up and down those on a daily basis while the ship is in motion! Great experience, everyone should go at least once.

What an amazing piece of history! This place is extremely well kept and a wonderful opportunity to see what it may have been like for our service men and women to live aboard a floating city. I was entranced by the depth and complexity of the engine room and my Imagination ran away with the notion of the full time kitchen and medical facilities. Highly recommend visiting this place if you enjoy seeing and learning about our military history.

I visited this attraction earlier this week on a pretty but warm day. It's easy to get to and parking is $5. After purchasing my ticket onsite, I visited the gift shop first and then proceeded to the ships. USS Laffey was first. This WW II destroyer is boarded at the stern near the Number 3 gun turret. Go inside of it and watch the good 4 minute movie that demonstrates how the gun worked in combat. Then proceed using the map through the ship seeing the innards of this "tin can" including a fun engine room scenario (push the red button to activate) along with a video simulation of the Combat Information Center. Rarely have I seen "extras" like these on a small ship like this one. Budget about 45 minutes for the Laffey. The centerpiece is of course the USS Yorktown. This is the same Intrepid class of aircraft carriers like the Lexington in Corpus Christi and the Intrepid in NYC. After boarding amidships you enter the hangar deck. There you will see numerous static displays of WW II naval aircraft like Wildcats, Hellcats, Dauntless', Avengers, etc. all in navy blue. At one end of the deck is the movie theater and the other end has a snack area with the information desk in the middle. There are 4 self guided walking tours on board. The first 2 take about 30 minutes each with the last 2 taking about 20 minutes each. They take you down into the bowels of the ship along with up on the flight deck and up into the island to the flag bridge and separate captains bridge. The flight deck had more static displays of jet aircraft in white mainly of the Vietnam era (A-3, A-4, A-6, A-7, F-4, F-8, S-2, FA-18 and F-14). I was disappointed to see a couple of the display aircraft on the flight deck have flat tires. Consider budgeting about 3 hours for the entire ship or a little less. Parts of the interior are air conditioned but most aren't. I found the hangar deck a little stuffy and needing more air circulation on my visit. There is a submarine off the Yorktowns' stern but it is closed for now going through a renovation. You can see it from the flight deck. The final part of this museum is The Vietnam Experience which is on land next to the gift shop and ticket booth. You will hear it due to the artificial helicopter noise that is piped in. I enjoyed this activity as you can walk around and see what military life was like in 'Nam with helicopters, tanks, building, riverboats, etc. Some of the displays are interactive and have short movies. I would budget 30-45 minutes to go see it. This location also is a departure point for the Fort Sumter Tour on this side of the river.

Worth the visit.... The kind of experience that will keep you interested going back more than once.

Patriots Point is a really cool history lesson / hands-on experience, learning about U.S. ships and life aboard them in the WWII and Vietnam eras. Give yourself at least 3 hours (more is better) and it's best to visit in the fall or spring when temperatures are mild. It can be swelteringly hot inside the ships in summer. The ships are not air conditioned, except for a couple of small areas, so be prepared (something they should really add during the worst of summer). Lots of walking and stairs are involved; wear comfy shoes. $27 general admission, $19 for seniors, and $21 for first responders. Parking will cost you $5. The aircraft carrier Yorktown has four self-guided tours which will take you a while to complete. Be prepared for MANY almost-vertical sets of stairs. They also have guided tours but the entry cost is much higher. It's also interesting to learn about the aircraft on the carrier's deck and in the hanger down below. The destroyer Laffey is also interesting, but won't take that long to cover due to it's much smaller size. The submarine USS Rustbucket (kidding, but it is very rusty and the outside hull is rotting away at the waterline) is extremely tight inside and won't take long to walk through, but be prepared to squeeze through crazy small doorways (seriously, the elderly might want to skip this one). It's insane to see how sailors lived aboard these ships, especially the submarine. It takes a special person to be able to live like that for an extended period. Patriots Point also has a Vietnam Experience exhibit that's worth a look. I'd recommend giving yourself about 5 hours if you want to take your time and really learn about different areas of the ships and see how they operated. This isn't something I'd do repeatedly due to the cost, but it's definitely worth the price of admission once or twice.

My husband and I came here yesterday and I am so happy we did ! There was One battleship and one air craft carrier and both were super amazing ! They also had a Vietnam experience which was super interesting as well as super sad !!! So much history here we both left with a different understanding of all that took place during these terrible wars ! It took us at least 6 hours as we wanted to take in everything- I highly recommend while visiting Charleston! The ships were immaculate- the prices reasonable , so much history and so much to learn - it was amazing

This is an all day event and well worth the time. We started off on the USS Yorktown and spent 3 hours on it. They have private tours and headset tours you can rent. We didn't opt for either but still found it interesting. The aircraft carrier is HUGE. You climb a lot of stairs but at such short intervals you don't feel it. They have a very informative movie that I highly recommend you watch. Like others mentioned, there are four different tours (or routes) that show you different parts of the ship. Before you leave the ship, use the restroom if you're going to go see the Destroyer next (or see it first!) The Destroyer is worth seeing. There's a narrative demo in one of the rooms that is interesting to stay for. You get a feel for what it would be like for the sailors when confronted by a Russian submarine. Pretty tense. We took a five minute walk to the Charleston Fish House and had lunch and then finished off the Vietnam War experience. It's well done. I highly recommend the movie in the first building for that as well. I'm definitely coming back to see it again. It was well worth the six and half hours we spent there (that included the lunch break).

This museum was very interesting and educational. beautiful naval ship and staff was very friendly.

Fantastic history aboard the Yorktown!! So much to see. Prepare a few hours of self guided tour or do the captains tour and see a few things the general public doesn't. There's also a battleship, a Vietnam museum and tours to Fort Sumter..

1st time on a Naval ship! LOVED IT.. the staff was SO nice and helpful, the ship was well maintained and very neat! I had so much fun! Definitely worth more than i paid..........

Lots of history to be explored here. Every piece was a sight worth seeing, and helps pay tribute to those that served. Walking around the destroyer and the carrier is a unforgettable experience. The aircraft displays are cool too. I wish I was able to get closer to the tomcat, but it was blocked off because it was receiving a new paint job.

As others have pointed out, there is a $5 parking fee, which you pay at a booth at the entrance, which is occupied until 5 PM. If you only want to get photos of the magnificent ship at dusk and avoid paying the cost, I would go after 5 PM. The ticket windows are outside, and they offer discounts for military and veterans. They won't ask you; so, make sure you have a military or veterans identification card. The USS Yorktown CV-10 has two entrances; one entrance is level with the long boardwalk, intended for disabled visitors and volunteers. The other access is three flights of stairs up to the main hanger. As you access the main hanger, you'll notice an assortment of planes, lots of planes. The main hanger had a newer exhibit called the Medal of Honor. It was almost like a museum within the museum. Next, during our self-guided tour, I noticed that a couple of the passageways were closed for tourists. I didn't ask, but it appeared to be the case due to the current COVID pandemic. At that, everyone was keeping their distance and wearing masks. As I toured the USS Laffey DD-724, I could not imagine being on that ship back during the Normandy invasion, or the numerous Philippines assaults, or the landings at Iwo Jima. Although, in my mind, the most horrific was being off the coast of Okinawa, when the crew had to fight off twenty-two kamikazes. Also, please make sure you visit USS Laffey's combat information center (CIC), which is on the ship's top level. It has a holographic video with a reenactment of a cold war era fly-over. Finally, they have a good size store for the USS Yorktown, located next to the ticket windows. They have plenty of souvenirs for the USS Yorktown, Fort Sumter, even the city of Charleston, but not much for the USS Laffey, which was a disappointment.

If Patriot's Point isn't at the top of your Charleston agenda, rethink it! This is the absolute, hands-down must-see thing in Charleston. You get to go inside navy ships - large and small and understand the lives of a sailor and other military personnel aboard these ships. It was my first experience on a navy ship, so it was very informative and eye opening. I will say, there are a lot of tight quarters, narrow halls, and dozens of steep ladders/stairs to climb as your tour up and down and across the ships. I walked about 3 miles in total across 3.5 hours that we spent. We had to hurry through - and it still took us 3.5 hours. We thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend it. The Vietnam experience is unique and worth walking through. The self guided tours were pretty well labeled so you can navigate your way through. Plenty of hands on things you can touch and watch, too.

I really enjoyed my trip to Patriots Point. I would say it would be the perfect place for kids and adults to visit. It was definitely a bit of a workout climbing all those steep stairs, but that's half the fun!

See history first hand. A must see! You can really see what he'll war really looks like from people that lived it.

One of the best military museums I've been to visit. The USS Yorktown, USS Laffey and Vietnam Experience each had immersive experiences that told great stories and felt like you were there while they were in service. As a Navy veteran, the Combat Information Center on the Laffey simulation was very real and accurate, really brought back some memories. A great value to see so much history in one place.

True genuine sacrifice to the nation - Happy Navy Day. God bless America and God bless the Veterans. God bless the soldiers. God bless the true sacrifice done - history makes the difference Outstanding - true genuine nations goal and Nation spirit- people in the information desk, volunteers, Veterans and Chris - salute to them without their help things would not be great- person who helped to bring the cart -what not she does not expect anything -very sincere, genuine even though i did not ask her name - all for good and great on Happy Navy day - these are Unclassified pictures God bless America True sacrifice to the nation

A bit pricey compared to other ships we've visited, but it does appear they put the money to good use. All the facilities were well maintained, lit, clean etc. we seen a few areas where repair work continues. Tours were laid out nicely and easy to follow. We did all the Yorktown, Laffey and Vietnam experience area in about 5 hours. The sub remains closed. 5 bucks to park and although busy it never seemed cramped or rushed. Lots of history of wars and other ships with some of the displays throughout. Wear comfortable shoes and be ready for a lot of ladders! Two of our 4 group were navy men so we loved it. Docents were few and far between (it's a lot of space to cover) but knowledgeable and polite. Average gift shop and snack bar on site. Plenty of bathrooms and climate controlled. Aircraft topside need some attention. Mostly a great day.

If anyone cares about military and history, this is a MUST STOP! We spent a good 5 hrs here walking the ship. We did all five tours, then the battleship and Vietnam war memorial. It was the best day spent. Really makes you appreciate or military and our country.

Very nice museum created within the USS Yorktown carrier. Educational in a way you can only get by crawling up and down old hatches and seeing the engine room and galley and all the things in between. Gray paint everywhere! All Covid-19 precautions taken by the friendly and knowledgeable docents, even if some of the other guests couldn't be bothered with keeping their masks on. Oh well, we followed the four self- guided tours and were able to find plenty of social distance especially out on the flight deck. Most of the planes have the engines removed but you get an idea of what they look like and what jobs they did. We also toured the USS Laffey destroyer. The USS Clamagore submarine was closed for some project but not sure touring a sub is wise these days. There is also a large Vietnam War exhibit built up with lots of replica buildings, retired equipment, green paint and jungle war sound effects. I recommend 3-4 hours to really see everything, more if you want to read all the plaques and watch the movies. But two hours is enough to walk through the carrier without rushing. Some decks are fully accessible but you may not be comfortable getting everywhere if you have mobility challenges.

Patriots Point, it is a destination. We made the 8 plus hour drive to Patriots Point to visit both the USS Yorktown and the USS Laffey. The Laffey was the purpose of the trip, due to a family attachment. It is known as "The Ship That Wouldn't Die". The Yorktown, of course is a wonderful side excursion. No slouch in its own right. Due some pretrip research to fully understand the Laffeys history. Hell From The Heavens is a good read. Our first stop was the Yorktown, i signed up for the escorted behind the scenes Canvas Tour of the ship. The guide was knowledgeable, pointed out numerous things as you walked, took you deep into the bowels of the ship, and got ya out too. Its an hour your. Well worth it. I think i spent 3 hours kicking around the carrier. Next stop the Laffey. We were met at the gang plank by docents, who were ready and willing to inform about the tour and the historic ship. The Laffey is in great shape after a refurbishment yo keep her afloat. She is a US National Historic Monument, for good reason. You walk the deck as heroes of WW2 have. Awesome.

Fun. Interesting, Educational. Inspiring. Highly recommend. Went here with my 2 boys who are 11 and 8 yo. We all had a great time exploring the ships. Would not recommend for younger kiddos because there are a lot of "stairs" to explore the different levels. I would also warn those who are claustrophobic... I was not able to complete Tour 3/4 because it went down too many levels and with poor ventilation and small spaces, it was not a good combo for me.

Great place to catch a game!!!! The CofC baseball games are such a good time. Good tailgating

What a great museum both ships are worth taking your time and reading about their history. This is our 5th aircraft Carrier museum out of the 6 in United States. They have one of the best Shops to go in and buy your T shirts hats their inventory is just out of this world is one of the better ones that we been in.

10/10 worth the money. Spent over two hours immersed in the history of the ships. Added plus was the photo package at the end. Helen was such a sweetheart and took great photos of the two of us. Very friendly and customer service industry orientated.

Absolutely one of the best things to visit when you come to the Charleston area. We had a wonderful experience there with so much to do. We couldn't finish everything in a half a day. I wish ship museums would invest in a cool air system in the lower decks. Way to get claustrophobic down below.

Had a great time exploring the Yorktown and the Liffey! Make sure you give yourself enough time to go through and take your time with both! One of my favorite things to do in Charleston!

Tip #1: Have your phone fully charged because you will be taking pictures for hours. The battleship is breathtaking the moment you pull in the parking lot (which is $5, FYI). Tip #2: Wear some walking shoes. If you plan to see everything (and you should) at best you could finish in 4 hours. But that will require speed walking and stair climbing. With pictures, restroom breaks, and soaking in the view of the Charleston you have a good 5-6 hours ahead of you. Tip #3: Bring your reading glasses. There are plaques, signs, and videos everywhere. Some of it is in large font, but some of it even made me squint a little. The ticket window is quick and if you want to take in one of the other options (helicopter ride, boat tour), you can purchase those as well. As soon as you board the ship (there is plenty of signage to guide you), go ahead and stop at the Information Desk. One of the volunteers there will help make the map and layout completely clear as well as answer any questions you have. I decided to take the self-guided tour in order (numerically). This seemed to work out well as it gave me opportunities in between to grab a bite to eat or take pictures of the water. I will give the precaution that the steps are very steep and lower levels of the ship can get warm (at least during the summer months). There is wheelchair accessibility for parts of the tour, but not all. I loved every minute I was there. With your admission is a self-guided tour of a Destroyer and a submarine as well. This place is worth every penny (which all goes back to cover costs).

Read their website for full info. The reviews below are largely on point and correct. The Sumter and helicopter tours are more like a business partner - PP will help you get tickets with them and their boarding is on the same property, but it ends there. PP is all about preserving the 3 navy ships and sharing them and the other military displays with everyone who cares enough to come see them. The carrier alone will blow your mind. God bless all those who gave their all.

Wow! The two hour drive from Lexington was well worth it. We were visiting friends in Lex over Thanksgiving weekend and they recommended we visit Patriots Point. For a ticket price of $22, we get access to the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, the submarine USS Clamagore and the destroyer USS Laffey. The USS Yorktown (CV - 10) is ENORMOUS! I learnt she is the fourth ship to bear the name. There are five tours in all, we managed to go on four. We got to see the sleeping quarters, dining areas, entertainment area, infirmary, the flight deck, the Captain's Bridge. We also took the naval aircraft simulation. It was quite enjoyable. A little fun fact, she was used as part of the recovery mission of Apollo 8. The USS Clamagore is everything I imagined a Submarine would be like. I simply cannot digest the fact that young men lived in such tiny spaces and fought to safeguard their country. I cannot forget the picture of an "office" that had barely enough space for a man to stand and that was all it had! There were a couple of awe inducing war time simulations in the destroyer USS Laffey. The engine sound simulations were all too real. It was an unforgettable trip. Wish we'd had more time to spend.

[Coronavirus review] This is an outdoor museum which pulls together a few ships, most notably a massive aircraft carrier, as well as some on-land exhibits. Navy warships are designed for young and fit men (and short ones; I am not giant and even I came close to hitting my head). There is an elevator inside the Yorktown and a shuttle to get you there, but a lot of the experience requires climbing and imposes claustrophobia. They have installed a few hand sanitizer stations, but no one was wearing masks in those confined spaces when I visited. The aircraft carrier tours are presently all self-guided. There wasn't a lot of information by signs and I didn't have an audio tour hooked up (or receive any explanation of how one would), but just climbing through the ship is informative. Everything is so close together. As a physician, the idea of exam rooms in public thoroughfares is a hard sell, but I guess that's how it's done. I saw many features that I hadn't seen on a ship before (and I don't think I'd ever been on one this big). You can get up to the flight deck where a number of aircraft are docked, and you can climb a ways down into the engine room. There were some exhibits detailing the war history of similar craft. I did most, but not all of the carrier and it was pretty impressive. The attached submarine was closed for renovations and the other exhibitions held my interest for a bit but were clearly not the main attraction. Some interesting sea life was visible on the walk out. In the Vietnam section, signs warned that the noise-sensitive might want to avoid the sounds of battle projected from various speakers (I'm pretty sensitive, and I only got mildly startled once). They nickel and dime you by charging for parking as well as the museum, and there is no discount for the separate tour to Fort Sumter that departs from the same area. Nonetheless, it was an impressive experience, and one that makes you think.

My husband and I both really enjoyed Patriots Point. He was stationed on an aircraft carrier during Viet Nam and enjoyed showing me what he had endured during his months at sea. There are a lot of steps so wear comfortable shoes. We toured all three vessels. Allow at least 3 hours if you want to see it all. It will cost you $5 to park which we didn't mind paying. We paid for a tour and it was well worth the money. I would highly recommend paying for a tour. Our guide was excellent.

We took the boat ride to see Fort Sumter buying out tickets when we arrived. There are discounts for militarily and seniors. The ride was pleasant and they sell drinks and snacks. We had one hour at Ft Sumter which was plenty of time to look around and see the museum.

Patriots point Naval museum was very nice. Lots of historic items and history besides the USS Yorktown. There were Veterans to answer questions and tell stories about items, aircraft and pretty much anything you wanted to know and then some. The ferry ride and Fort Sumter were just as good. The tour guide and Park Rangers did a fantastic job setting the mood. A must when In Charleston.

I came over here only because this is something he likes. But after the whole afternoon visit, i personally actually quite enjoy the visit. We tour the submarine and destroyer all on ourselves, did everything watch the videos everywhere. We spent most time on Yorktown, finished 3 routes, it's already almost 5 pm! Great place to visit!

Paytriot's Point use to be a nice place to visit. But $25 per ticket is overpriced with no discounts. Staff are more concerned about face diapers and clot shots.

Very cool to see these historic ships up close and in person especially the "unsinkable" USS Laffey. This place could probably use a little bit of a finding boast as some of the exhibits were dated and figuring out a way to circulate air inside of the Laffey because it is very hot inside the ship. On the Yorktown it was confusing on how to get up onto the flight deck to see the exhibits there so some more signage would be helpful. Just a heads up: the submarine is currently closed and there are talks about scraping it which is a shame. All in all very cool museum just not living up to its full potential. If you're a military/history buff it's a must see if you're in the area.

Always a must see when you've never been to the low country. This site does not disappoint! The ship, sub, and Vietnam War memorial is by far one of the best to remember and educate!

Presentation of war time marine vessels and aircraft. Gained a greater appreciation for the sacrifices those in the military made during that time. Admission for 2 adults was $48.00. Parking was free. Although limited in number, the staff members seemed knowledgeable and provided information when asked. It was through one of the staff members that we learned African Americans did serve on the ship but were housed separately from their fellow white soldiers. I did not observe any exhibit that supported the existence of African American Navy men serving on these ships. If African Americans actually did serve, exhibits should reflect that. Including images of segregated living quarters.