Explore Military History Museums and Sites in Hawaii
- Fort Ruger - Honolulu
- Naval Air Museum Barbers Point - Kapolei
- Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum - Honolulu
- Russian Fort Elizabeth - Waimea
- Tropic Lightning Museum - Schofield Barracks
- U.S. Army Museum of Hawaii - Honolulu
- USS Arizona (BB-39) Memorial - Honolulu
- USS Bowfin (SS-287) - Honolulu
- USS Missouri (BB-63) - Honolulu
- USS Utah (BB-31) Memorial - Honolulu
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The USS Bowfin in Hawaii is an incredible submarine museum with fascinating history. Explore the deck and see how this WWII submarine fought for the United States in the Pacific Ocean. Visitors can get a look at the torpedo room and bridge and learn about life on board during wartime. Get a sneak peak at some of the artifacts collected from battles around the world, including original uniforms and weapons from WWII. Be inspired by the stories of bravery, courage, and sacrifice that are commemorated on board the USS Bowfin. Come to Hawaii and experience a remarkable monument to those who served our country so bravely.

The USS Missouri is an Iowa class battleship launched in January of 1944. After serving through World War 2, the Korean War, and Persian Gulf, the Missouri was turned to a museum ship in 1999. The USS Missouri is one of the top destinations in Hawaii. Anchored right next to the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Missouri battleship tour is something visitors won’t forget. Visitors can spend a day viewing pieces of history linked to both the beginning and the end of World War 2.
The USS Missouri's most notorious claim to fame is its part in World War 2. Visitors can see the exact location where the formal surrender of Japanese forces took place, effectively ending the World War 2 conflict. Guests are encouraged to take a guided tour with a volunteer, tours last approximately 30 to 40 minutes and will pass right through the location of the surrender. If you can’t make it to the actual Missouri, we highly recommend checking out their virtual tour. The virtual tour gives a great idea of the massive size and complexity of this great and famous warship.
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