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New Jersey Naval Museum
Best time to visit
Mornings on weekdays avoid school groups and bus tours; spring and fall offer pleasant weather for outdoor viewing of the submarine.
Budget tips
Small admission fee; veterans, seniors, and children often get discounts, so check the museum website or call ahead for current rates and any announced free community days.
Recommended for
History buffs, Military and naval enthusiasts, Families with older children, Educational groups
Plan your visit
1-1.5 hours
About
Korte feiten: You can duck into narrow passageways and peer through brass portholes, getting a visceral sense of life below decks. Docent volunteers often point out sailor-made fixes, and one display contains over 200 artifacts from signal flags to sextants.
Hoogtepunten: A retired engineer named Frank O'Rourke donated a handwritten patrol log from 1944, the ink still faded and pages edged with oil that carries a faint mechanical tang. Visitors can ring the brass control-room bell, a ritual begun by a local scout troop in 1998, and the hollow note reverberates through the steel so you feel it under your feet.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes, submarine ladders and narrow passageways require steady footing.
- Bring a light jacket, interior compartments can feel cool and humid even on warm days.
- Best photos come from the pier-side walkway and near the conning tower for dramatic angles.
- If mobility is limited, phone ahead about accessibility; much of the submarine interior is confined and requires climbing.
Practical info
Klik om een GRATIS wandeltocht te boeken in Hackensack, United States
De beste manier om een stad te ervaren met een lokale gids.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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