Pima Air and Space Museum, Tucson: Hours, Address, Pima Air and Space Museum Reviews: 4.5/5
Pima Air and Space Museum
Pima Air and Space Museum
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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400+ aircraft, 80 acres, 6 indoor air-cooled hangars... just plane awesome! We’re one of the world's largest aircraft collections including 3 hangars of WWII planes, the SR-71, the world's smallest biplane, and many other unique private, military, and commercial air & spacecraft documenting the evolution of flight. There’s something for the everyone from a “flight simulator” Boeing 720 cockpit, the Women in Flight Gallery, and an all around mecca for the aviation aficionado. We give the only tour of the "Boneyard"/AMARG (M-F, no holidays, 16-day advanced reservations required) plus a tram tour of the museum's 80 acres and one-of-a-kind planes. You can actually touch aviation history like "Freedom One" (that flew American hostages home after 444 days in Iran), presidential planes, others with wingspans the near the length of a football field... ogle helicopters, MiGs, an Oscar, a rare German buzz bomb, a moon rock, and much more!
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Damond B
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When my wife and I made reservations to visit, we saw that the museum offers two-day passes in addition to single-day. We thought that was a little odd, but after visiting, we get it. The collection is huge, with acres of outdoor exhibits and several large hangars filled with amazing aircraft: World War II fighters and bombers, civilian airliners, fighters from other countries, and a couple of presidential aircraft, including Columbine, a Lockheed Constellation used by Dwight Eisenhower. The descriptive text on the indoor exhibits was outstanding, including details on the specific aircraft on display. I wish the outdoor signage had offered a little more detail, but that's my only quibble. We spent most of the day there and didn't see everything, so we certainly understand why you might want to purchase a two-day ticket.
Written May 12, 2022
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Lindsay R
Tehachapi, CA1 contribution
Family
Totally worth the price. Ticket was around $18 with little in the way of discounts (no military but yes seniors). There are around 5 hangars with no air conditioning — we visited on probably the hottest day of the year. They have a massive collection of interesting and historical aircraft and more contemporary ones. They are well cared for and there are plenty of benches to rest and clean, air conditioned restrooms.
We took our dogs; it was so hot we carried one and put shoes on the other. The cafe allowed pets and they were so kind and even watered our dogs. We did not view the outdoor aircraft because of the heat. There are too many exhibits to see in one day anyway.
They have a “new” bag policy that meant we were a little irritated at having to return some items to the car. Your bags have to be the size of a standard sheet of paper.
The Pima Air and Space Museum should definitely be on your itinerary if you are in the area or nearby for any reason.
We took our dogs; it was so hot we carried one and put shoes on the other. The cafe allowed pets and they were so kind and even watered our dogs. We did not view the outdoor aircraft because of the heat. There are too many exhibits to see in one day anyway.
They have a “new” bag policy that meant we were a little irritated at having to return some items to the car. Your bags have to be the size of a standard sheet of paper.
The Pima Air and Space Museum should definitely be on your itinerary if you are in the area or nearby for any reason.
Written July 13, 2022
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Dylan W
Winterthur, Switzerland28 contributions
This is a very large and varied collection of aircraft, including military and commercial aircraft, not limited to those originating or used by the US. There is sufficient material here to capture one's interest for at least four hours - including some very rare and unexpected museum pieces, such as the Blackbird, and a V1. The trolley tour can also be recommended - although it is not included in the regular admission.
Written January 22, 2022
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Edward S
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In past years, multiple docent guided tours of all four hangars were included free with entry fee. These tours greatly enhanced the museum experience especially for those without aviation background. Those tours have been discontinued.
Now, there is a "Private Walking Tour" offered for $75 and it is limited to only the main hangar (none of the three WWII oriented hangars) and lasts only 45 minutes.
Now, there is a "Private Walking Tour" offered for $75 and it is limited to only the main hangar (none of the three WWII oriented hangars) and lasts only 45 minutes.
Written June 10, 2022
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JHAllen
Oro Valley, AZ412 contributions
By having a large amount of space and the support of the military branches and being close to the storage area for unneeded military aircraft the museum is able to trace the history of flight, primarily military, from its infancy. A main hanger sets the stage for the experience with early aircraft using the crafts themselves and dioramas and exhibits to enhance the experience. Two more hangers are dedicated to WWII aircraft separated into the European and Pacific theaters. Docents in all of the hangers are well informed about the aircraft and displays. Of great interest to us was the type of anti-aircraft gun used by my father-in-law during the Battle of the Bulge. We recommend taking the shuttle tour through the grounds where the driver gives the history and tidbits of information about the various aircraft displayed in the open. There is also a separate museum dedicated to the a bomb wing of the Eight AF which was based in England. Besides combat aircraft they have several iterations of Air Force One, passenger planes that have been reconfigured for secondary uses and crop dusters. Plan to spend several hours at a minimum with dedicated aircraft enthusiasts probably staying all day.
Written March 7, 2020
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ransom007
Anaheim, CA1,206 contributions
The museum has free parking. You enter and pay for museum access through the gift shop. There is a large hangar for the inside exhibits and a vast outdoor display area showing aircraft of an equally vast number of types. The inside displays also include many aircraft as well as artifacts and information boards. There is a special section about women in aviation and space which is quite wonderful. If it is ridiculously hot (as it was when I visited) you may want to limit your visit time outside, but the inside alone is worth the price of admission.
Written September 29, 2020
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Buffy G
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Couples
I enjoyed this museum way more than I thought I would. I’m not military or an engineer or a pilot. I know very little about planes or space but still, this was a great experience. The sheer number of planes is amazing. Much bigger than the air museum at Pax River.
Exhibit on the 390th was amazing. Also, loved the Air Force One plane from the Johnson-Kennedy era. Museum does require some light reading but it makes the exhibits so worth it.
Because the museum is close to the Air Force base we were also treated with some training fly-bys.
Last entrance is at 3pm and the museum closes at 4:30pm, gift shot closes at 5pm.
Exhibit on the 390th was amazing. Also, loved the Air Force One plane from the Johnson-Kennedy era. Museum does require some light reading but it makes the exhibits so worth it.
Because the museum is close to the Air Force base we were also treated with some training fly-bys.
Last entrance is at 3pm and the museum closes at 4:30pm, gift shot closes at 5pm.
Written March 25, 2022
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Beth W
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There is so much to see; plus, we too the shuttle ride which was extra money, but worth it! It is such a large place that you can tire just walking through the buildings without going outside. There are planes there that you will never see somewhere else. Highly recommended.
Written February 6, 2022
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DesertRose
177 contributions
Couples
This is a huge museum so give yourself 2-3 hours if you want to explore it fully.
It covers military, civilian, and experimental aircraft from the Wright Brothers to much more recent.
A good portion of it is outside so keep the weather in mind before visiting.
It covers military, civilian, and experimental aircraft from the Wright Brothers to much more recent.
A good portion of it is outside so keep the weather in mind before visiting.
Written January 31, 2022
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tjones005
Oneonta, NY11 contributions
We recommend the tram ride when you tour the planes out in the yard. The sheer variety of the planes and helicopter is amazing. The aircraft ranged from a tiny biplane aptly named Bumblebee to Air Force One to Cargo Planes to one called "The Guppy". If you have any interest in aviation you must come here. Listening to the stories of the veterans of the 390 Museum is something very special and truly brings history to life.
Written May 19, 2022
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Miraculix_Austria
Grieskirchen, Austria1,757 contributions
I read the tram tour is not available. Does it make sense to go there or should you wait until it is available again.
Pamiruru
Pamiruru383 contributions
Is the museum admission different from the boneyard tour? Can you go to the museum if the boneyard tour is sold out?
Pima-Air-and-Space
Tucson, AZ
Yes, the museum is contracted with the Air Force to run a coach but tour to the Davis/Monthan Air Force Base for the AMARG "Boneyard" Tour. Unlike the Boneyard Tour, our museum is open 363 days a year and does not need reservations.
Bill T
Indianapolis, IN3 contributions
Are there any SR 71s here?
Pima-Air-and-Space
Tucson, AZ
Yes! The SR-71 at the Pima Air & Space Museum is the oldest in existence.
Giuliano A
Fidenza, Italy
Vorrei sapere se bisogna prenotare in anticipo il Tour con il Bus oppure è sufficiente prenotarsi al momento. Ho letto che bisogna chiedere il visto con il passaporto almeno 60 giorni prima.
Grazie
Alfieri Parma
esl52
Washington15 contributions
I'm not sure. Our tour was pre-arranged. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
Kathy S
Midland, Tx65 contributions
Hi there, Just saw your review of the Pima Air Museum and I'm wondering if you can see some of the planes from the tram ride or do you have to take the bus tour in order to see them? Their website is a tad confusing to and some clarification would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!
Kathy
MNDoodles
Stillwater, MN633 contributions
Hello,
Aircraft are located inside, among several hangars and also outside, where you can walk around on your own or take a narrated tram ride or both. We first enjoyed the narrated tram ride with an aviation expert describing many of the planes and their history. After the tram ride, we walked around on our own to spend more time at planes that were of special interest to us. Inside the hangars, a number of guided tours are offered during the day as well. Additionally, a bus tour of the aircraft boneyard (mothballed aircraft) is offered which we did not take. Online registration is required at least 10 days in advance so background checks can be done on participants ahead of time since the tour is on the Davis Montham Air Force Base.
Danille T
Austin, TX12 contributions
We will be visiting on a Saturday so there's no tram tour. Can you walk around the boneyard? Drive? We want to see The Guppy.
Cheryl M
Florida99 contributions
You can't walk around the Boneyard, but you can walk the Museum lot. I'm pretty sure the Guppy is at the Museum, not the Boneyard.
Robert C
1 contribution
I drive a semi truck and pass through Tucson quite regularly.. Is there truck parking for a semi truck so I can possibly stop on one of my trips and possibly tour the facility?
613JFCLucky
Magnolia, Arkansas4 contributions
Yes!
Next door at the Arizona National Guard Armory it's west of the main entrance same side of the street.
I parked there at the Armory in an 18.
PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ENTER THE MAIN GATE PULLING A BOX OR REEFER, YOU'LL REGRET IT.
Some brainiac had done so a few days prior to my visit.
Pull it up on Google maps satellite view you'll see easy enough.
Words to take with grains of salt, given the ELD mandate this place is not a 30 minute break kinda place, and if you can swing it best to hit it early in the morning plan a day there to get a glimpse of the place...the Triple T is not far away.
When I last passed through (March 2016) it was a paper world, ELDs in the wind some were already on them.
I spent the better part of the day there with plenty of time on my run to take a day.
Be great if ya get the chance to see the place.
Go early.
Take lots of pictures be dressed to walk a lot, sun hat advised. The boneyard tour is fun too, was given a veteran discount, general admission and the boneyard bus ticket.
The boneyard was a must see for me.
In 2004 saw a whole bunch of Grumman F-14A Tomcats from Squadrons VF-24 and VF-211 I probably touched just about every one of those birds at one time or another launching airplanes off the Connie CV-64 from May 1978 to Nov 1981.
Sadly all of those aircraft were recycled, i.e. chopped up into little bitty pieces.
It is said there are 11 or so complete Tomcats D models in mothballs.
Any Tomcats on display around the nation have been demilitarized and are on loan from the National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola, Fla.
Thanks for asking,
Have fun !
Trying to make reservation Got a reservation number 074DAF for Darrel Franklin Smith. Got an email saying incomplete. What else is needed? Reservation for 1/30/19
Venegeo
Itasca, IL20 contributions
Reservations are not required. Come any time during open hours.
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