USS Bowfin Submarine

The USS Bowfin submarine was launched on December 7th, 1942 and earned the nickname "Pearl Harbor Avenger" by sinking 44 ships during her war patrols. Visitors to the Bowfin can go below deck and explore the place where the submarine crew slept, ate, and worked on-duty during World War II and the Korean War.

The ticket price includes an audio tour using headsets. There are two options for listening to the audio cassettes. There is an adult option, with longer more detailed descriptions and history; and a child's option, which is geared toward young visitors with shorter attention spans. The audio tour is a great way to experience what life was like onboard the Bowfin submarine.

There is also a 10,000 square foot museum exhibiting a large collection of submarine-related artifacts. Entrance to the museum is included in the ticket price. You can tour the Bowfin submarine daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (except on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day).

USS Bowfin Submarine
Interior of the Bowfin
Control room

Official Website: http://www.bowfin.org

Getting there:
The Bowfin Submarine is located next to the Arizona Memorial Visitor Center in the Pearl Harbor area. From Waikiki, take H-1 West past the airport exit. Take the Arizona Memorial exit 15-A. In the far left lane, make a left turn at the fourth traffic light. Parking is free at the Arizona Memorial lot. You can also catch a shuttle from your hotel area. There are many local Hawaii companies that provide this inexpensive service.