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USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #57 of 208 attractions in Honolulu
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Attraction type: Museum, Military museum, Other
Activities: Walking
Address: 11 Arizona Memorial Drive Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96818
Tel: 808-423-1341
Fax: 808-422-5201

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4 of 5 stars
El_Bombero_Loco   14 contributions
San Antonio TX
Nov 24, 2009

Nothing compares to the Arizona memorial, but this provides more history of USN in WWII and complements the experience. Self guided, with headsets so you can go at your own pace. more

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3 of 5 stars
loustyle   14 contributions
LA County, CA
Sep 21, 2009

Must go, if first time on a submarine. If not a first, then save your $ and pick up some literature on the Bowfin's history. It was my second time on a submarine, so not a terribly exciting experience. However, the history was informative -- a documentary film would've improved my experience. The price does include an audio tour, so... more

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4 of 5 stars
robkess   6 contributions
Boise
Aug 7, 2009

This is a great museum and would be a shame to miss. The surrounding park is well put together and both informative and thought provoking. The Bowfin itself was incredible. My kids loved it and couldn't believe people could live in such tight quarters for that long. Definitely worth the time! more

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1 of 5 stars
IllinoisTravel09   2 contributions
illinois
Jul 13, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Once you enter the Bowfin, it is quite interesting. However, trying to enter the Bowfin is even more interesting. You are at a World War II memorial, but when you try to enter the submarine, the staff stops you in order to take a cheesy tourist photo on the dock in hopes of making money. It is just ridiculous. They... more

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4 of 5 stars
twp007   2 contributions
Victoria, Canada
Jul 4, 2009

The Bowfin was interesting and really convenient to the Arizona if you are short on time. They have obviously spent a lot of time polishing up the ship and the folks onboard were good about answering questions. The hatches are small - I'm a bit round but in reasonable shape. It definitely wouldn't be comfortable for a 300 lbs +... more

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4 of 5 stars
DFJ63   34 contributions
Edmonton
Apr 3, 2009
1
person found this review helpful

When going to Pearl Harbor make sure that you leave about an hour or so to see the USS Bowfin submarine. A great oppertunity to see the inside of a real submarine. Take lots of pictures both inside and out. more

Awesome!
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4 of 5 stars
aofficer78   17 contributions
Winnipeg
Nov 30, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

Excellent attraction, unfortunately my camera batteries died shortly after boarding and I wasn't able to get any pictures. A definate must see! more

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5 of 5 stars
hxcroach   5 contributions
Chesapeake, Virginia
Aug 13, 2005
8
people found this review helpful

I didn't know what to expect when we boarded, but I was pleasantly surprised. You get to see so much of the sub in such a short walk. My girlfriend, who isn't interested in military or history, loved it. Great for everyone to see exactly how our men live while serving on a sub. more

Very cool!
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Calgary, AB
Jan 15, 2004
30
people found this review helpful

We took our two pre-teen boys here simply because you can get a good "combo" admission price along with entrance to the Battleship Missouri, but it ended up being one of the most interesting stops on our vacation. You not only can tour through the submarine, but there are a number of large displays on shore outdoors, including a Japanese... more

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5 of 5 stars
ahoten   79 contributions
Kawasaki
Dec 29, 2008
1
person found this review helpful

 アリゾナ記念館のすぐとなりにあります。ボウフィン号の内部に入ると魚雷発射管や、戦闘指揮所、居住スペースを見る事ができま... more

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USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park Address

11 Arizona Memorial Drive, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96818
Tel: 808-423-1341 Fax: 808-422-5201