USS Bowfin Museum - Honolulu

Step into a Submarine at the USS Bowfin Museum. The USS Bowfin Museum, located on Honolulu, is a great attraction and one that no one who comes to the island should miss. The submarine and all of the other things to see and do at the museum and park make for a great place for a family to spend the day.

The mission of the museum is to preserve the USS Bowfin submarine, as well as other submarine related artifacts. Visitors to the museum will get to take a tour of the USS Bowfin and get to know the layout of the sub as well as the crewmembers that once called it home.

Guests explore the ship with the assistance of an audio tour that explains what different areas of the submarine were for, as well as what life was like aboard the USS Bowfin. The sub, launched in 1942, completed nine war patrols about which you will learn on your tour. In 1986, it became a National Historic Landmark.

At the museum, you can learn all about other submarines. The museum has a number of great exhibits and collections of submarine related memorabilia. You will be able to see weapon systems, paintings, photos, posters, models, and learn about the history of the U.S. Submarine Service.

In the Mini-Theater, you will be able to see videos about submarines. You will be able to see the history of the USS Bowfin, which shows every hour on the hour. It is a nice place to relax when your feet get tired from exploring the rest of the park!

The Waterfront Memorial honors the 52 U.S. submarines and all of the crewmembers lost during World War II. You will be able to see the names of each of the subs as well as all the members of the crew who died aboard them while serving their country.

The USS Bowfin Museum has a number of outdoor exhibits in the park area. The 40mm quad gun, the Regulus I Missile that was used to deliver mail, a Japanese torpedo called a Kaiten, and more.

You and the family will find plenty to keep you busy at the USS Bowfin Museum. Before leaving, however, you should be sure to visit the gift shop and pick up a souvenir.

USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
11 Arizona Memorial Drive
Honolulu, HI 96818
808-423-1341