National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico

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155 S Water St
Mobile, AL 36602
The National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico is the only museum in the world dedicated to the rich history and traditions of the Gulf of Mexico. With more than 80 immersive exhibits and interactives, the Museum has something for maritime lovers of every age. During your visit you can pilot a cargo ship up the Mobile River; dive beneath the surface to explore historic shipwrecks; and step inside a ship’s cargo container. And while you’re here, don’t forget to step out onto one of our balconies to see the Port of Mobile in action!

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4.545 reviews
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Flix N.
1/25/2023

Wow! This museum is spectacular. Exceeded all of our expectations. Incredible displays many of which are interactive. I could easily spend all day here. Great for adults, but children will enjoy...

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Mr C.
8/22/2025

Do not accept US legal tender, "cash" for admission. Imagine a museum takes in tax money, and donations, only to refuse what is recognized in the United States as legal tender. They tried to...

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Jeanne P.
11/18/2024

What an amazing and beautiful museum with new exhibits coming soon! The structure itself is just a lovely design, and having grown up going to the Gulf every weekend and sailing and seeing the...

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Andi F.
3/9/2025

What an amazing museum! I kind of have a fear of deep water, but this is simply about transportation, water routes and how things have changed over time. The building shape is interesting, like a...

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Annie H.
11/16/2024

This museum seems better for a field trip really. We only toured it because I had to pick my race packet up here. The set up is a little weird. I guess I was just expecting to see more from it....

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