Set sail on a voyage of discovery today!
Come aboard USS Constitution, “America’s Ship of State,” and meet the active duty sailors who are part of her legacy today. Then, go deeper into the Ship’s history at the USS Constitution Museum with interactive exhibits, hands-on programs, and a vast collection of artifacts that are fun for all ages. Conveniently located on the Freedom Trail, discover for yourself why the Ship and Museum are consistently voted a “must-see” attraction in Boston.
USS Constitution (the Ship) is owned by the United States Navy and operated separately from the Museum. Visit USS Constitution’s website for more information on visiting the Ship.
Museum + Ship’s Hours
Museum Hours
Open Daily | 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
The Museum is closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day and has an early closure at 2:00 PM on December 24th.
Ship Hours
Open Tuesday– Sunday | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Closed Mondays
The Ship is also closed on Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Visit USSConstitution’s websitefor more information about visiting the Ship.
Admission
Museum Admission
The Museum has a suggested admission of:
$10 – $15 for Adults
$5 – $10 for Children
Please help us keep our doors open for all by being as generous as possible.
The USS Constitution Museum is proud to offer several discounted or free admission programs to individuals, families, and groups. Visit our Ways to Save page to find out more.
Ship Admission
When the Ship is open, it is free to visit on a first-come, first-served basis. Please be aware that visitors must pass through a security inspection and show federal or state photo identification, such as a driver’s license or passport, before embarking on USS Constitution. Visitors under the age of 18 do not require a photo identification card.
Visitor Health & Safety Policies
Visitor Policies
The safety of our visitors and staff remains our top priority. We ask all visitors to:
- Wash or sanitize hands frequently. Masks are available for interested patrons.
- Do not visit if they are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19.
- Do not eat or drink in the exhibits.
- Be respectful of fellow visitors, Museum Staff and Museum exhibits.
Security to Board USS Constitution
All visitors to USS Constitution are required to pass through a security screening and show federal or state photo identification, such as a driver’s license or passport. Visitors under the age of 18 do not require a photo identification card, but are required to go through the screening process. Similar to airport security, visitors will be asked to remove bulky articles of clothing such as jackets, all jewelry, watches, belts, and all bags, luggage, or backpacks to allow the item to be examined.
Accessibility
Museum Accessibility
The Museum is committed to accessibility for all visitors. The Museum’s two-floors of exhibits are physically accessible to walkers, wheelchairs, scooters, and strollers. Service animals are welcome, but must be under the control of the owner at all times.
A Communication Book and Social Narrativeare available for download to help visitors communicate their needs during a trip to the Museum.
Ship Accessibility
Maintained in its 1812-era configuration, access to USS Constitution is limited to visitors who can safely walk aboard the Ship’s top (spar) deck unassisted. Access to the below decks requires climbing and descending steep ladder-like steps. Wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, and strollers are not allowed on board and must be left on the pier while touring the ship.
Visitors with service animals are authorized to tour the top (spar) deck of the Ship. Though not required by law, proof of the service animal’s status as a verified service animal makes the security screening procedure more efficient. Service animals must be on a leash or harness and under control of the owner at all times.
Go through the museum first that way by the time you step onto the ship you are in awe!”
The ship itself is enough to come see, but the museum makes it spectacular."
The Museum is fascinating; it makes us want to see the ship even more”
We have been to a lot of historical sites and museums and this is the most amazing place!"
