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National Naval Aviation Museum

1750 Radford Blvd., NAS Pensacola, Pensacola, FL 32508
(850) 453-2389 or (800) 327-5002
Ranked #1 of 43 attractions in Pensacola
5.0 of 5 stars 348 Reviews
Type: Military Museums, Specialty Museums
Owner description: Experience the magic of flight at the National Naval Aviation Museum! See over 4,000 artifacts and 150 aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps and...... more » Owner description: Experience the magic of flight at the National Naval Aviation Museum! See over 4,000 artifacts and 150 aircraft representing Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard Aviation. Ride the flight simulators or catch all the drama and power of amazing IMAX films. Dine in the authentic Cubi Bar Cafe and take home the spirit of Naval Aviation with a unique memento from the Flight Deck Store. Spend a cool day inside the Museum and experience Hands-on-History! « less
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Irvine, California
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I remember going here as a child and thinking it was huge. Coming back with my own children it seems a little smaller than I remember but it still gets the job done. My son loves aircraft of any kind and being able to get into a plane and "fly" made his day. Best of all it's still free and... More

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Montgomery, Alabama
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

First of all - IT's FREE but please leave a little something in the offering box. The displays are awesome. Planes hang from the ceiling. Planes everywhere. My husband was in the Navy and was the one wanting to go and I thought I was going to be bored but I wasn't at all!! They have great displays and planes... More

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Roland, Oklahoma
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

We enjoyed our visit to the Museum, minimal entrance fee, easy to find, very nice displays of years gone by! The kids had a blast, will go back next time we go to Florida! More

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Fort Pierce, Florida
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

This place was great. So many pieces of history to see and read about, plus rides and tours. Nice that the main area was free to public, I look forward to going back More

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Spring, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Great displays, and historical lessons about WW1, WW2, Korea, and Vietnam. More

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Satellite Beach, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

As a former Naval Aviator, this museum has a special place in my heart. Tons to see, beautiful, and rare aircraft on display. If you have even the slightest interest in military history, you will enjoy this museum. More

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Waynesville, Missouri
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

This is fun for all ages! It is a free way to spend time with the family or just with a love one. The kids had a blast just looking around. More

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Nixa, Missouri
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

We visited with a 4 year old and a 7 year old. They had fun and enjoyed looking at all of the airplanes. We took a guided tour for part of it and the tour guide was super nice and included my girls in the activities along the tour More

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Spring, Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

I have visited the museum several times and have enjoyed it each time that I have visited it. The staff is very friendly and knowledgable and everything is so neat and clean. I have not been in a while but it would be a treat if I could. More

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Birmingham, Alabama
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Guided tour took longer than wanted, but interesting. Went back next day because missed seeing things. Lady in "store" was friendly and very informative. More

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