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USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Charleston, USA
1 hour 30 minutes
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What You Will Do
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 gives you exclusive night time access to areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck after dark.
Highlights may include:
-Maritime Superstitions
-Unusual Ship Christening
-Captain Jocko Clark
-Smokey Stover
-Mysterious Sailor Disappearance
Highlights may include:
-Maritime Superstitions
-Unusual Ship Christening
-Captain Jocko Clark
-Smokey Stover
-Mysterious Sailor Disappearance
What's Included?
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
- 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
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, 40 Patriots Point Rd
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
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 who once inhabited this ship dedicated their lives to the service of our country and to this great ship. This tour gives you exclusive nighttime access to areas of the ship that are closed to the public, including access to the flight deck after dark. Highlights may include: -Maritime Superstitions -Unusual ship christening -Captain Jocko Clark -Smokey Stover -Mysterious Sailor Disappearance *The USS Yorktown Ghost Tours meet at 40 Patriots Point Rd in Mt. Pleasant. Tours meet at the booth located inside the Admission Gate 15 minutes prior to tour time. **You must enter through the front gates. WATER SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY**
Additional Information
This activity is operated by Bulldog Tours
- 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.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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