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Maritime Museum of San Diego, San Diego, CA

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Maritime Museum of San Diego

Maritime Museum of San Diego is a museum in San Diego, CA, part of the San Diego guide. Cost: $25 to $50.

1492 N Harbor Dr · San Diego, CA

Why you should go…

The Maritime Museum of San Diego is a collection of historic vessels docked along the downtown Embarcadero, anchored by the Star of India, one of the world's oldest active sailing ships. The fleet also includes the tall ship Californian, the HMS Surprise replica, the San Salvador galleon replica, and a retired Soviet submarine. General admission includes self-guided access to the ships, and a narrated harbor cruise is available for an extra fee.

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