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Maritime Museum of San Diego

4.7(5,412)
Museum

About

The Maritime Museum of San Diego offers a distinctive waterfront setting for business events, featuring a collection of meticulously restored historic ships including the Star of India, the world’s oldest active sailing ship. The venue’s unique maritime atmosphere and scenic bay views provide an engaging backdrop for meetings and receptions up to 50 guests.

Beyond event spaces, the museum enhances group stays with immersive experiences like historic ship tours and narrated bay cruises aboard vessels like the 1914 Pilot. Its blend of cultural significance and hands-on maritime heritage creates memorable, turnkey hospitality for corporate gatherings.

Best for

  • Unique client entertaining with historic waterfront views
  • Team building with guided ship and bay tours
  • Exclusive executive offsites aboard classic vessels

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Venue Details

Standout features

Historic Ships
World’s oldest active sailing ship, Star of India
The Maritime Museum hosts the Star of India, a meticulously restored tall ship from 1863, alongside other historic vessels like HMS Surprise and a Cold War-era submarine. These ships offer a tangible journey through 500 years of seafaring history.
Waterfront Location
Scenic bay views with historic vessel tours
Set on the San Diego waterfront, the museum offers access to historic ships and optional bay cruises aboard vessels like the Pilot and San Salvador, combining maritime history with picturesque water views.
Special Programming
Year-round maritime events and immersive experiences
From family-friendly Sailor Days and overnight adventures aboard the Star of India to pirate-themed interactive shows and live music on historic steam ferries, the museum offers rotating events that bring maritime culture to life.

At a glance

Rated 4.7 on Google · 5,412 reviews