USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
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
-Flight Deck after Dark
What's Included
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
- Please follow instructions on signage to pay for parking. Listed cost is estimated. Hourly rates offered, pricing may vary.
Meeting Location
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina 29464, United States
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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. 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.
- **Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
- You must enter through the front gates. WATER 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!
- Please note there is a paid parking lot next to the ship.
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-23272P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances.
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck.
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience.
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship.
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown.
- Please follow instructions on signage to pay for parking. Listed cost is estimated. Hourly rates offered, pricing may vary.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access is as follows:
- 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
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
- Please follow instructions on signage to pay for parking. Listed cost is estimated. Hourly rates offered, pricing may vary.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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. 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.
- **Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
- You must enter through the front gates. WATER 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!
- Please note there is a paid parking lot next to the ship.
- Operated by a business
