Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

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Top 2% of attractions in Charleston
8 / 10

7 expert reviews

“Climb aboard the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier—which contains the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum—as well as the submarine USS Clamagore and the destroyer USS Laffey.”

– Fodor's

Frommer's Frommer's
"The real showstopper at this family-friendly complex, just across the Cooper River from Downtown Charleston, is the USS Yorktown, one of America’s most famous navy ships. " Full review
Where Where
"Experience the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum and other exhibits aboard the WWII Aircraft Carrier Yorktown." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Built to honour the men and women who have served the US Navy in the 20C, Patriot's Point features three historic ships, a military museum, and a mock-up of a Vietnamese naval base." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"While the historic city is perhaps better known for its significance during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, you can learn about World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, where you'll find the USS Yorktown aircraft carrier, a destroyer, and a submarine, along with other educational exhibits"
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Home to the USS Yorktown, a giant aircraft carrier used extensively in WWII. You can tour the ship's flight deck, bridge and ready rooms and get a glimpse of what life was like for its sailors. " Full review