USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access
Overview
Come aboard The USS Yorktown and hear the stories of the American Heroes who lived, died, and are still rumored to be here today. Commissioned in 1943, the “Fighting Lady” was once manned by over 3,000 people and designed to fight off enemies all over the globe during WWII. You will hear stories of their ultimate sacrifice and heroism as the people that once inhabited this ship dedicated their lives to the service of our country and to this great ship. This tour offers exclusive nighttime access to select areas of the ship that are not available during regular museum hours, providing a rare after-dark experience aboard one of America’s most historic naval vessels.
**Highlights may include:**
- Maritime Superstitions
- Unusual Ship Christening
- Captain Jocko Clark
- Smokey Stover
- Mysterious Sailor Disappearance
What's Included
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
- Pay to park lot on site. Follow instructions on signage. Pricing may vary.
Meeting Location
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
40 Patriots Point Rd, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina 29464, United States
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours do run rain or shine. The USS Yorktown is not climate controlled. It is hot in the Summer and cold in the Winter. Please dress accordingly and wear closed-toed, comfortable shoes.
- **Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
- You must enter through the front gates. MARINA SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY
- Bringing bottled water is recommended especially during the summer heat. Ship store is not open for purchases.
- Tour meets at The Ship Shop ticketing booth 15 minutes prior. If you have found the vending machines and restrooms, you are in the right place!
- There is a good amount of walking and lots of narrow stairways to navigate up and down and throughout the tour. There are also ladders used that are not easy to navigate for one having trouble walking.
- Guests arriving by water taxi, please allow an extra 20 minutes to walk around to the front entrance for check in.
- Please note there is a pay-to-park on site
- We do require a minimum to operate our tours. Should your tour not hit the minimum needed to run, we will notify you as soon as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances.
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience.
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship.
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public.
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown.
- Pay to park lot on site. Follow instructions on signage. Pricing may vary.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for USS Yorktown Ghost Tour with Exclusive Night-Time Access will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Learn about maritime superstitions and hear stories of mysterious sailor disappearances
- Exclusive After Dark Access to the USS Yorktown for a unique experience
- Hear stories of the sacrifice and heroism of the people that once inhabited this ship
- Explore areas of the ship that are closed to the public
- 90-Minute Guided Ghost Tour aboard the USS Yorktown
- Pay to park lot on site. Follow instructions on signage. Pricing may vary.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours do run rain or shine. The USS Yorktown is not climate controlled. It is hot in the Summer and cold in the Winter. Please dress accordingly and wear closed-toed, comfortable shoes.
- **Please note the tour is not handicapped accessible.
- You must enter through the front gates. MARINA SIDE GATE IS NOT OPEN FOR ENTRY
- Bringing bottled water is recommended especially during the summer heat. Ship store is not open for purchases.
- Tour meets at The Ship Shop ticketing booth 15 minutes prior. If you have found the vending machines and restrooms, you are in the right place!
- There is a good amount of walking and lots of narrow stairways to navigate up and down and throughout the tour. There are also ladders used that are not easy to navigate for one having trouble walking.
- Guests arriving by water taxi, please allow an extra 20 minutes to walk around to the front entrance for check in.
- Please note there is a pay-to-park on site
- We do require a minimum to operate our tours. Should your tour not hit the minimum needed to run, we will notify you as soon as possible.
