Experts' Choice Award National Naval Aviation Museum
What the experts agree on
One of the world's largest aviation museums, with 150+ restored aircraft spanning hangars and grounds—many you can climb into, like Nixon's Air Force One chopper. Free, family-friendly, and a must for history buffs.
“A visit to Pensacola is not complete without a trip to this enormous collection of military aircraft muscle and artifacts.”
– Lonely Planet
Frommer's "This museum gives you a look into just how much blood, sweat, and tears go into defending this country." Full review
Fodor's "This 300,000-square-foot museum has more than 140 historic aircraft. Among them are the NC-4, which in 1919 became the first plane to cross the Atlantic." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Visitors are invited to take part in the Blue Angels X4D Experience, the Skyhawks are the Navy's elite pilot squadron." Full review
Afar Magazine "There are dozens of planes hanging from the ceiling, a replica town from the 1940's, planes all over the place that you can actually get into and play around with and Nixon's old Air Force One chopper." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Founded in 1914, it's the oldest air station in the country and it's a rite of passage for all aviators and naval flight officers." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Hundreds of aircraft are on display in the 350,000-square-feet of exhibits and 37 acres of grounds from which to watch the jets soar overhead...people can go and sit on the flight-line and watch them"
