GreenValleyDogWalker Posted May 16, 2016 #1 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Hello - There are lots of posts on this board about folks that have visited the Midway - pre-cruise - with tips on where to stay in San Diego, etc. Our cruise itinerary includes a one-day port-stop in San Diego - (on the way down to Mexico from Los Angeles) this time we would like to visit the Midway Museum. Has anyone been on a ship that ports in San Diego for a day - that has walked over to the Midway Museum ? - Any tips or advice ? (time of day to visit, purchase tickets in advance ? or ? THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted May 16, 2016 #2 Share Posted May 16, 2016 (edited) Easy walk, about 10 minutes from the ship. Do the 'Island' first as the wait is long later on. We got discount tickets thru Costco online. The other side of the cruise ship is the Maritime Museum. Besides checking out all the ships they offer a short harbor cruise on a 100+ year old pilot boat. Can do both in one day. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Edited May 16, 2016 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenValleyDogWalker Posted May 16, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Easy walk, about 10 minutes from the ship. Do the 'Island' first as the wait is long later on. We got discount tickets thru Costco online. The other side of the cruise ship is the Maritime Museum. Besides checking out all the ships they offer a short harbor cruise on a 100+ year old pilot boat. Can do both in one day. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Thanks ! - What is the "Island"? (will it be obvious when we get there ?) (already done the Maritime Museum and the harbor cruise) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Splinter Posted May 16, 2016 #4 Share Posted May 16, 2016 (edited) Thanks ! - What is the "Island"? (will it be obvious when we get there ?)(already done the Maritime Museum and the harbor cruise) The "Island" on the Midway is the superstructure above the flight deck. There is a separate docent led tour of this area, with a limit on the size of each group. Included in your ticket, but you have to get in line for the tour of this area of the ship. It only takes 10 minutes to walk to the Midway from the cruise ship terminal if you walk VERY SLOW. It is about 300 yards. Take a look at their website for more information: http://www.midway.org/ Edited May 16, 2016 by Splinter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosefloater Posted May 16, 2016 #5 Share Posted May 16, 2016 The island is where the bridge is located. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenValleyDogWalker Posted May 16, 2016 Author #6 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Thank you !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTdreaming Posted May 17, 2016 #7 Share Posted May 17, 2016 It is a great and easy thing to do, just did the Midway in April. Agree about doing the Island Tour first, very interesting. Also take time to go down into the engine rooms. You will find throughout the ship several places where little talks are given.. usually by former Navy personnel, including pilots. It is a very worthwhile, interesting stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kartgv Posted May 21, 2016 #8 Share Posted May 21, 2016 A couple of more tips - when you finish on the Midway, coming off the ship turn right instead of left. Spend a little time looking at the huge statue that recreates the famous 'Kissing Sailor & Nurse' photo from the end of WWII. Walk just a little further to see the bronze 'band' tribute to the Bob Hope USO tours. It will take just a few minutes and is very enjoyable. If you're in the mood for lunch off the ship, the Fish Market right next the Bob Hope tribute is a good spot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted May 22, 2016 #9 Share Posted May 22, 2016 A couple of more tips - when you finish on the Midway, coming off the ship turn right instead of left. Spend a little time looking at the huge statue that recreates the famous 'Kissing Sailor & Nurse' photo from the end of WWII. Walk just a little further to see the bronze 'band' tribute to the Bob Hope USO tours. It will take just a few minutes and is very enjoyable. If you're in the mood for lunch off the ship, the Fish Market right next the Bob Hope tribute is a good spot. More important than the kissing statue, stop and read the memorial to the Samuel B Roberts and Adm Ziggy Sprague. http://www.navsource.org/archives/03/features/taffy3m.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRUZBUDS Posted May 31, 2016 #10 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Here is the kissing statue -- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted May 31, 2016 #11 Share Posted May 31, 2016 Here is the Sprague - Gulf of Leyte Memorial. https://www.portofsandiego.org/images/stories/Public-Art/artdirectory/battle-of-leyte/P1180025.jpg https://www.portofsandiego.org/images/stories/Public-Art/artdirectory/battle-of-leyte/PA250154-leyte-gulf-mem.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cassie cruiser Posted June 1, 2016 #12 Share Posted June 1, 2016 Here is the memorial to Bob Hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
euro cruiser Posted June 1, 2016 #13 Share Posted June 1, 2016 The Midway is huge and fascinating. We spent four hours there and did not see everything, we ran out of energy before we got to it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J&B in GA Posted June 23, 2016 #14 Share Posted June 23, 2016 For those of you who have toured the Midway, is it accessible to someone using a mobility scooter ? I'm sure the original construction was not, but was wondering if there have been ramps added. If not, any other attractions around the port of interest that are accessible ? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SadieN Posted June 23, 2016 #15 Share Posted June 23, 2016 (edited) Parts of the Midway are accessible. http://www.midway.org/access https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60750-d531819-r165453605-USS_Midway_Museum-San_Diego_California.htmlJune 27, 2013 review The Island (tower) is not accessible). Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Edited June 23, 2016 by SadieN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J&B in GA Posted June 23, 2016 #16 Share Posted June 23, 2016 Parts of the Midway are accessible. http://www.midway.org/access https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g60750-d531819-r165453605-USS_Midway_Museum-San_Diego_California.htmlJune 27, 2013 review The Island (tower) is not accessible). Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Thanks Sadie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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