Put on a headset and walk the deck of Battleship USS Arizona in a 360° virtual reconstruction of Pearl Harbor before December 7, 1941. This 15‑minute experience offers immersive context for visiting the USS Arizona Memorial but does not include the boat ticket.
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You step into a dim theater; the air smells faintly of cooling electronics and Pacific salt. Headset on, the world snaps into focus and the wooden deck of the USS Arizona unfurls beneath your boots — rivets, rigging, and the distant glare off the harbor pushing at the edges of your vision.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
15 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; accessible for wheelchair users though headset experience may require assistance
Wildlife
History
USS Arizona was commissioned in 1916 and sank during the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941; the memorial marks the ship’s remains and honors those lost.
Conservation
Pearl Harbor sites balance heavy visitation with preservation—follow no-touch policies around artifacts and observe memorial regulations to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Walk The Deck of The USS Arizona Virtual Reality Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Reserve the Memorial Boat Ticket Separately
The VR experience does not include the free boat ticket to the USS Arizona Memorial—book at recreation.gov or plan extra time for the standby queue.
No Bags Policy
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center enforces strict size limits on bags; use the paid baggage storage at the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum if needed.
Arrive Early
Allow extra time for security screening and potential lines for the VR station—plan at least 45–60 minutes total at the visitor center.
Consider Motion Sensitivity
The VR headset provides a 360° shipboard view that can cause disorientation for some—sit down if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Photo ID
Required for some ticketing and helpful for security checkpoints.
Comfortable shoes
You’ll be standing and walking around the visitor center and exhibits before or after the VR session.
Sun protection (sunscreen or hat)
If you plan to visit the outdoor USS Arizona Memorial or walk around Pearl Harbor.
summer
Light rain jacket
Short, passing showers are common—pack a compact jacket if you’ll be outside between exhibits.
winter