Reviews of Battleship Texas State Historic Site (Museum)

Holly

Had a great time, very historic, a lot to discover. Takes a couple hours to see all. Time well spent.

Dario Chavez

I recently visited Battleship Texas for the first time in March of 2019 and thoroughly enjoyed everything there is to see. This place is a great attraction for families and history buffs alike. Admission is also reasonably priced, I think I spent around $24 for two adults. I can spend hours marveling at the all of the manual dials and controls that were designed in a time before the pervasive use of computers. That fact alone is impressive in itself. Whether you're a local or visiting, I highly recommend making a stop.

craig zale

Just a fantastic step back in time. She's about to undergo a 32,000.000.00 make over in Alabama ten be returned to Texas for a final dry dock for it's continued work as a musuem. This was probably my third or fourth time visiting here in 40 years. Now I get to bring my kids and teach them what and how things were done. Plan on at least two hours. Lots of climbing up and down steep stairs if you want to see more that just the main deck. There is a lot of renovation going on also. So worth the visit. You can go down three decks to the engine room and all the way up to the flag bridge.

Valerie B.

Had a troop overnight here that I helped chaperone and it was awesome! This kids loved it and it was very educational. They gave the kids a quiz to make sure they were paying attention and kept it fun. I enjoyed that they had everyone request permission to board the ship and come back ashore, like the sailors had to. When we left the next morning we all had to salute the U.S. flag after requesting permission to go ashore, instilling a sense of respect to one's country for the children. Overall great experience and would love to do it again if the opportunity ever arises.

Sharon Fournerat

Loved being able 2 visit the Battleship & walk around on the grounds & learn some of the history of battle that won us Texas from the Spanish!

Megan Culpepper

I love coming to this place! It is so quiet, peaceful, and somber. The grounds are beautiful and will be so sad to the Battleship leave.

Karl Ansel

We really enjoy coming out here and learning more about the history of the Battleship and the people that served on the ship. I encourage everyone to come out here and explore this magnificent beauty before it sails away on last time.

Iurii Shmalko

Great place for people who want to touch history:)

Christa Rafidi

My kids loved it. Great way to show them history

Carlis Smith

This Ship has been here since I was a child...I have taken my own grandchildren on this Ship. I was sad every time she left to be repaired and was over joyed when she returned. I wish for Her return to enjoy before I die.

Z Marrs

Always in various states of repair, so the value of your ticjets might not be that great, but its a 100+ year old ship, its not the easiest thing to keep floating. At last visit, the restoration work was really nice.

Kim Hayes

Has to be done.interesting ship bags of history. Lots of stair climbing up and down.

Jeremy Guajardo

My kids love giant ships and love taking pictures!

Alli Spencer-Driden

Was a little bummed that they couldn't do any on site tours as they had a special event going on (and were about to move it for repairs) but super amazing ship! And a lovely park, too.

George Sanchez

Cool ! All my family Loved walking around and climbing up and down inside the ship so cool.

J B

Great place for an amazing history lesson. The hard hat tour is great. Go early in the morning, before it gets too hot. The inside is air conditioned which makes it more bearable. Your free to roam around at your own pace, handsets are available if you choose to do the self-guided tour.

Chris Bennett

So sad to see it go, but glad it's getting a new lease on life.

Dana Frost

A real piece of history! You walk around on the ship and see what it is like on different decks, in a turret, and more. There are signs to read with more information. Super fun way to learn history. Liked it better than the USS Lexington (which was really cool, too).

Christopher Saucedo

Great battleship that is filled with history. Better see her soon before she sail off for repairs as ehrn she is done she will find another home in Texas.

Calvin Evans

Fun but really need to watch your step. Lots of stuff to see cool experience.

Sharad Singhal

Visited post closing time in the evening. Very impressive from outside as well. They had closed the place due to some fire emergency. I could see many news outlets covering the situation. I did not see any fire though.

Maria Jaimes

This is a great weekend getaway to take kids to learn some history and see an actual ship real close. Great parking. Bathrooms do need great improvement.

Noel Dejesus

Visiting this US Naval ship is amazing. Visitors can definitely be brought back in time when you step onto the vessel. The staff is amazing and I highly suggest taking the time to be part of the guided walking tour. Watch your step as you go to the lower decks. Enjoy your visit!

Chris C

Fantastic Museum - here's hoping they can restore this national treasure to all it's glory!

Jun KIM

I will miss this ship when she took journey for repair and dress up again.

Ryan Ko

I'm a history buff so I absolutely loved the ship. I hope the renovations and move go well because id love to return for a more in-depth tour of this great piece of living history.

George Alysandratos

Omg! I was very impressed with this place specially if you like to see historical things

Buddy Conyers

Did not have the time to tour this grand ship but was able to get a great front and side view where its moored. Although fully restored several yeats ago, a little rust on the hull is creeping back. But this does not take away its magnificent grander as an important vessel of WWII. It put a smile on my face tp see the radar tower turning. Nice touch

Rube Dually

This was the best ever! Hot and humid but no big deal it was fun. The kids and the adult enjoyed this overnight stay on the 68million pound ship.

arcelia rae

It was amazing. I'll miss it being in the park.

Andrea Mays

A must see before She leaves for restoration! Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. While some of the areas are off limits (they are disassembling areas in preparation for the move), visitors are able to go to all 3 decks of the vessel, albeit via very steep, narrow stairwells. This is how and where many Naval and Marine troops called home during different battles in WW1 & WW2. If you have any appreciation at all for history, or the men that fought so hard for our freedoms we enjoy today, you will enjoy this gem. If all goes well, Texas will be moved to Alabama in December of this year for restoration, then brought back home in about 18 months. Her new home has yet to be determined, however he will definitely return to Texas! Make the time to visit...you won't be disappointed.

Jerry McSpadden

Have visited the Battleship many times, great place to bring out of town guests. It has been just recently taken out of visiting status for getting much needed reverb.

Brenda Speckmiear

Truly a lifetime experience my Son, and I will never forget!!! So sorry to see it leaving Texas, but so glad we cought it before it did.

knottshottie

I love visiting this ship. The kids love playing with the weapon systems, i love all the picture perfect moments, and my husband enjoys the history behind the ship. You can easily spend 2hrs walking up and down the ship.

Vanessa Blansett

Love the history. They will be moving her for maintenance, rumors say they will pubt her back in at Galveston or nearby.

Duane Courtney

Great place to learn about history and living conditions of sailors.

Michael Cowling

I loved the old battleship. Sadly, as of right now (October 26, 2019) the ship is closed to the public with no plans to reopen. She is badly damaged and in need of serious repair work after the last couple of tropical storms. They even emptied out the gift shop. I'd call before you head out there.

Corine E. Phillips

I've never been a great fan of history, perhaps because it wasn't palpable enough for me. Visiting this ship made me for a moment "feel" these brave men and took history to a more realistic level. It was worth making a detour.

Maricela Loza

Is a battleship and is old. Is not oxygen or air inside. I don't like it because was so hard for me to stay with not air in.

Angie Crumrine

Great history. Great ship. Staff is knowledgeable if you go in the summer be prepared its HOT

Joel Escalante

Recently visited Battleship Texas for the first time with my family and enjoyed everything there is to see. This place is a great attraction for families and history buffs. A must see before it leaves our area.

Henry Tai

Interesting place to visit if live around Houston area. If you have a Texas state pass, it’s free, so definitely worth to visit.

Jorge Sotelo

Very neat site for any history buff. You are able to tour the ship in almost all of its entirety. From kitchen to dining areas, rest areas, to climbing the mast almost to the top. Kids loved it! Also are able to sit on gunner seats and see what it would've been like to experience it first hand.

Doug Cosenzo

How cool was this to see! Even the name Dreadnought is awesome! It is unfortunate that it has sprung a number of leaks and is in need of repairs. USS Texas (BB-35), is the last surviving Dreadnought to be used in World War 1 and 2. It is the second ship of the United States Navy named in honour of the U.S. state of Texas, is a New York-classbattleship. The ship was launched on 18 May 1912 and commissioned on 12 March 1914 The Dreadnought is located at The San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site includes the location of the Battle of San Jacinto and the museum ship USS Texas. It is located off the Houston Ship Channel in unincorporated Harris County, Texas near the city of Houston. The site was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1960

Williamfey62 _

Amazing monument, I would love to come back and hope to see it in its future dry dock

Warren Zant

A wonderful slice of history. 2019 will be the last season for her at San Jacinto. She is slated to be moved to a new location next year.

Leslie Baldwin

Make sure and use bathrooms outside of the ship is there are no facilities on the ship. I would encourage them to work on entrance and exit facility as it is all through the very small gift shop. This is not a wheelchair or handicapped friendly display. Some of the boat is off-limits except for designated hard hat tours. Still a lot of interesting areas to explore with explanation signs and items on display.

Ronnie C

My girlfriend and I really enjoyed this landmark of a ship. Super hot of a day though but I rather it than raining. The ship was well kept and the things to see and read up on are a real eye opener. To think it was a full on running ship at some time. Pictures speak so many words when you're walking through the halls and looking in on the room's. The seats where you can operate the guns or cannons was awesome. You can sit and steer the directions of these guns. Walking up the huge tower was great for pictures. A little steep so careful.

Amy Southerland

It's really hot but the ship and nature guide are awesome. It was very informative and enjoyable.

Bryan Jamison

Going to miss this amazing piece of turn of the century technology.

NessMorLove_ Mom_Journey

My first experience at this place. I had a great time. And is very educational. Must make it a field trip day.

Mathew Dixon

I was cool to look around and see the things that is in there if u haven't been u need to go. Amazing

B Kernahan

This piece of living history is so awesome! It's a must see. We are so glad we got to go explore it.

Erica Vaughan

Such a beautiful ship, full of so much history.

Keela Lyda

Such an unbelievable part of history! Self guided tour that you can take at your own pace.

Tiffany Hicks

Wanted to take my girls to see a piece of history before they stop the tours on Sep 1st. USS TEXAS Battleship, they have guided or tape tours, but we just explored on our own and had fun.

Manish Vakil

Worth seeing. Nice to explore the entire ships decks kids loved it. Crazy how the guns on the ship still move Long with the cannons.

David Thompson

Awesome place to take the family. Immense amount of history to show the kids while having fun climbing around the battleship. It won't be here much longer before it gets moved for repairs. Hopefully it will end up close by when the repairs are complete.

Michael Johnson

So much history on this battleship spanning both World War I and World War II. A truly amazing experience to be able to walk these decks and explore one of the most significant naval vessels of the 20th century.

Whitman Fallis

How much history, from a really great time frame. This ship has been renovated for the family to enjoy and learn. Great opportunity to give back to the greatest history of our grandparents. My granddaughter and her friends loved their time and learned with out knowing it. Major Dan gives great respect to that generations! Let's learn from them before they gone.

Creed Potter

Great piece of history. Definitely worthy of a visit.

Kimble Callahan

Please patronize this historic ship! So incredibly interesting. The entire family enjoyed it.

Tamara Jones

The tour was wonderful , great pictures, an made new memories.

Cassie Williams

It was great to explore and see history over the years through this ship. Clean facility, friendly staff. Be aware there is no bathroom on board. There's one by the gift shop - stop by before adventuring!

J. Scott Edwards

Awesome to see one of the few battleship that served in both world wars

Chris Killgore

Pretty cool to see the history of the ship and explore it. Definitely would go back when it isn't the summer time and hot/humid. There is some a/c to help cool off though.

Shawn Presley

Much better than expected. I really hope it can get dry docked and restored properly

jessica blevins

Was a very fun adventure for our family as well as a good learning experience. And very reasonable prices also.

Douglas Oaksford

Pretty cool. They let you tour at your own speed and have lots of places to poke your head in and play around with. Good for kids but not people with difficulty moving or the extremely tall. I'm 6 foot and had to duck often. Bless our sailors who are taller then me.

Kay

I wish we would've read online the hours they were open because we ended up going when it was closed. Waaa. Overall place look.clean well maintained.. great little view and across you have another monument. Will have to return again when opened !

Kerry Bradley

Having arrived in Houston when there was a thick fog provided an eerie introduction to the Battleship Texas and the mystique continued as our adventure took us below decks to see how the sailors lived. I strongly recommend going to see Battleship Texas however if you are 5'9" or taller remember to keep your head down or wear a hard hat, you will only need to forget to keep your head down once.

Sylva Killion

Wonderful. Enhancing the history our nation through this exhibit. Knowledgable attendants. Thanks for a wonderful time.

Christy Medina

It's a fun place to visit, I've gone a few times. It's too bad it will be located in another area from what I've seen on the news. I made sure to take my last pictures of the ship before it's gone for restoration and location!!! Wish it had a/c, because lord does it get hot inside the ship.

Jessiree Figueroa

Excellent museum. Well preserved. Rooms to see througout the ship.

Eric Elliott

A visit to the USS Texas is a truly wonderful experience! I'm not sure when it will be re-opened to the public, but hopefully when it is, it will be set to remain open for years to come! I recently visited as part of the Wargaming Anchors Away 2019 tour. She really is a sight to behold, being much different from her younger sisters from other classes. I don't think they've decided where she will return to following repairs, as they are hoping for a location with more visitors to bring in more revenue.

Rodolfo Tovar

It's awesome to see how history unfolds by itself in front of you. That ol' battle ship enriches you with history, and historic events that took place in WW2. It's a place to bring your family, and enjoy the scenery...

Angela Adams

Clean. Friendly staff. Despite the crowd, there was a relaxed and controlled atmosphere. Pleasant experience all around.

Melissa Z Prince

We are a family of 8 and this was universally enjoyed by all. The kids especially enjoyed operating the old guns, they move up and down and around by turning cranks. We could not get them off!

Linda Boggess

Love it. Looking forward to seeing it restored and in Galveston

Javier Franco

Catch a piece of history in Houston area before it leaves! Plan on spending ~2hrs there. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing. Steep stairs. Can get hot in some areas in summer. Ship showing its age at time of review. Guess why they are moving it to get more visitors for funds. Great to get an appreciation for this piece of history. If traveling with large group, recommend just getting the Texas state parks year pass.

G B

Enjoined exploring the ship. History is awesome. Just wondering on deck, thinking the places it been , battles been in & the heros it carried !

Rk Ramsay

The ship is awesome! It was so interesting. You can go all over and see how the crew lived and worked on the ship. She saved hundreds of lives with her abilities. Go see her while you can. She is having structural problems, they are going to try to get her fixed but they don't know if she will survive the tow to the dry dock. If she does she probably won't be at the San Jacinto battle ground anymore. They will move her to better location after that so she can have more visitors.

F. Garcia

Awesome place to visit with the family. Just be very cautious with smaller children because the stairs throughout the ship are very steep and with very low railings. Overall it's a very neat experience.

Larry Parrish

Wonderful experience. My 4 & 6 year old grandchildren had a great time wondering around and seeing the ship.

Jonathan Franco

There is nothing more "Texan" then being on the Battleship Texas. Make sure to come see this bad boy before he leaves for restoration by the end of this year. When you come make sure to wear something comfortable, and bring water (have the water in the car because you cant walk around with it). when exploring the Texas it often get pretty hot so its best if you are comfortable, and flip-flops are an iffy idea because within the battleship there are metal pieces of the ship sticking out. Also when your done seeing the Battleship you can check out the stature of the fallen solders and other historical pieces. Not to mention the to check out the Brigham Monument that is located on the other side of the battleship.

Andrea Willis

So much fun for our family outing. We enjoyed it!

gail bell

It was an absolute pleasure to walk the ship. I even got to play around on the anti aircraft guns. Great place for photo ops to! I went once when I was a kid and ruined the picks because I opened the camera up and exposed the film. Ya I'm that old lol!

David Hathaway

Perhaps August is not the best time to visit a century old steel ship, but we had a nice tour of the Battleship after visiting the San Jacinto Battleground. Yes, it was hot but not terrible. The heat made us realize even more fully how hard life must have been for the crew. It was well worth the time and expense.

AlinaRaven 111

It's amazing to go inside and see the history. Be ready to sweat and enjoy the history. Good condition and they're renovating/fixing stuff up.

Ian Hamilton

The battleship Texas is a fantastic family experience. Descend into the ship and experience the living conditions of America's defenders at sea. Notice the sparce living and how there is zero wasted space. Imagine the deafening sounds of the engine or the main gun. Climb through the bulk heads and feel the history of one of America's oldest ships.

Sara Henderson

We've been on several battleships and aircraft carrier "museums" before. This one is one of the better because very few areas of the ship are off-limits. While the ship itself is in so-so state (it's 100 years old), it is fun to be able to climb in between decks, play on the anti-aircraft guns, and not be chased away by tour guides and security guards. Two concern points: (1) it's very hands-on and plenty of safety issues/accidents waiting to happen with children under 10 years old; (2) it could be very HOT on summer days. We went in late December and it was quite comfortable under deck when temperature was 50's outside.The drive past the chemical factories allow the shipping channel is a bonus for those who appreciate engineering.

Kimberly Cox

Very nice to see. To make the best of it allow a couple of hours time.

Juan Lopez

It was rainging and storming so they wouldn't sell tickets. Which is understandable. But it closes really early.

Wes McClintock

I had read about the USS Texas for years then got the opportunity to go visit the Battleship on 3 occasions over a 3 year span. When I was there she was in pretty good shape. Loved walking the decks, reading about how the sailors lived, worked & slept. Seeing the hammocks swinging on the weather deck, and could imagine sleeping out there next to their battle stations. The site had good parking a large gift shop. Lots of history. Was told they had over night stays for kids,(scouts troops) she is in so bad a shape now. Can't wait to see USS Texas after her drydock and relocation!

Kenneth Paulk

It was a privilege to visit her before she gets moved for repairs. She won't be back to this location. thank you Wargaming for hosting this opportunity.. and thanks to all the staff that's kept her company and kept her afloat. She is truly a gem!! Salute to her history!

Happy Feet Homestead

So much history and things to look at! We had a wonderful time! It is a must see

Jamie Campbell

Both my kids enjoyed going and exploring. We hope to visit it again in its new location

Chris S.

We went to visit it before they take it away. All the vintage accessories that were in the canteen were packed away. But it was still a great experience!

Larry Sorensen

I took the "Hard Hat" tour with a group of my friends. This tour is led by a (very, very well informed) team of volunteers, and visits parts of the ship that are not open to the general public. As the name states, you are issued a hard-hat for the tour, as some of the areas accessed must be reached through low openings, or traverse stairs with places likely to find your head unexpectedly. It takes over three hours, but it is well worth it. Fascinating stories, and an incredibly fascinating ship. Well worth the time and cost of admission! Highly recommended.

eddie dollens

Looking forward to volunteer on this great lady to make great again and keep her great and keep her here in Texas

Danny Wallace

History at its best. If you have ANY interest in history or you have kids that get excited about BIG things, take them here. The staff are friendly and informative, lots of accessible places to get into, including one of the turrets. Kids are allowed to play on the AA guns to see what it was like in action. Get involved in your history.

Marcus Lopez

Loved coming here as a kid, love it even more as a dad. So many great memories here, too bad they're relocating the ship due to low admission and repairs. Always a must see if you are in Houston!!

Boo Sargent

First time being here, I live it and would recommend visiting this place.

Christopher Clarke

This was neat. Built during WWI, used extensively through WWII. For 12 bucks for an adult, you can tour the ship, going up and down ladders. You'll have access to the half of the tall tower, decks two and three below, as well as the engine room. There are many informative signs along the way. It is owned by the state park system, so your annual pass will work, there.

Yesenia Moran

Love this place!! So much to see and such sweet people there who help you out!

Kamil Umatiya

A different experience very exciting show lots of things inside the ship

Christina Carswell

Loved it so blessed to have seen such an amazing part of history!

Julie Banks

Amazing wish it was staying in this location after it gets fixed up.

Lucas Fontenelle

The exhibit is closed for repair, but the park is a cool place to chill if you're so inclined.

Sivagiri Parangiri

It was a wonderful overnight experience in the battleship. We were very much surprised about the technologies they used on the ship. The soldiers how they were living on the ship, their kitchen, toilet, bathroom, laundry, hospital, dentist and extra. Worth to visit.

samantha B

Such a neat learning experience, employees on ship were informative, friendly, and enjoyable to have conversations with!

C-Man O

A great place to take your kids if they love interacting with it. A great place to go if youre super bored!

Geraldine Pinales

My kids love going. Its a great place to learn. There is always work being done on the ship to keep it living on. But its not a problem for visits. Not a place for strollers lol. The stairs do get steep on some places. The grounds around it are great for the kids to play or just to sit and enjoy the day.

Sam Kim

Went before it closed for good. Hope y'all had a chance to visit

richard martin

This was so Amazing!!!& it's the last remaining Battleship that was in World War 1&World War 2!!! WOW

Samoul Murray

This place is really cool for people who are into history. The battleship is really big. I definitely suggest taking the tour, because they do provide a lot of useful information about the whole historical event. It's a good educational place to take the kids, because as an added bonus, they get to be outside, and not in front of their tablets/screens.

Jimmy M

My first visit was in elementary school in the ‘60s. Very interesting as an adult, too. I hope a solution can be found to permanently preserve this national treasure. Texas, the United States, and history, deserve it.

Marco Chapa

Awesome is the word to describe this place. It's like taking a step back in time and walking through history. There is lots of history in this magnificent battleship. The park where it is located is surrounded by huge oak trees offering plenty of shade to shelter from the sun. Beautiful park that's for sure. Lots of picture opportunities to be had.

Aria Litherland

We had a field trip here with friends. We had a great tour guide and had fun. Sad to see it leave La Porte.

Autumn Nelson

Loved what was on display and the adventures around each turn. Tip- get there when they first open because it does get very hot inside the ship.

Samuel Rodgers

It was a great experience to be able to see this old WWI/WWII era battleship. However, it will be moving soon and will not be available for tours after the end of the month.

Fisherman Xing

Love the area. Battle ship, monument, big oak trees, fishing area.

George Walruff

My son and I both love history, WWII naval history is his passion. Momma Tex has been on our bucket list for a long time. This ship is our history in person. She is a reminder of the sacrifices our sailors made in fighting in both World Wars. She is the last of the super dreadnoughts and stands as memorial to those who both built her and sailed on her. We enjoyed our visit and the ability to clamber over the decks and take in her spirit. She was built for battle, the multiple guns and the magazines take precedence on her. The crews bunks located where there is space in and around the heart and muscle of the ship serve to remind you that men manned and served the Mighty T. She was the Queen and the sailors, her servants. We are happy that she is being looked after and will be repaired. She and the other ships and monuments serve to remind us of not only our history, but of the sacrifices veterans make in honor and duty to our country and Constitution. We cannot forget that while she floats peacefully in the harbor, at more than one time her guns roared and people fought and died on her. So honor her and her crews by visiting and contemplating what her role was in our history. Thank her sailors and other veterans by contemplating what your role is as a citizen of this country. Then treat others with the same respect. Do your best to uphold the values that this country and her laws are based on. Look at the ship named in honor of our state and see her might. Free her spirit and live a life to honor it. That is how you can properly thank a veteran and Momma Tex. Thank you, a vet of OJG (Bosnia) & OIF (Iraq).

Tara White

It's a shame that they're moving it. Truly awe inspiring to walk the decks that saw so much history.

Melinda Ezernack

We really enjoyed touring the battleship. I hope it's moved back after the repairs are completed. My kids can't wait to go again.

Rhonda Gilezane

This is a great weekend getaway to take kids to learn some history and see an actual ship real close. Great parking.

DeDerpyDerp _

Very fine battleship. I wish that it can say alive longer then I will. It is a huge part of our history, and it shouldn't be forgotten. (She served in both world wars.) It has a great interior, low ceiling in some spots, the AA guns still swivel so if you bring kids tgey can screw around on them... This Dreadnought era ship, the last of them, still floats in its area. I highly recommend checking it out. The staff help with any questions and some can tell you stories of her service. I've been there two times, and would go again.

Oliver Leonard

The Battleship Texas is the only remaining dreadnought style Battleship in the World. The 107 year old veteran of both World Wars is worth trip to see. Especially now that her engine rooms are again opened to the public. The engines themselves are a National Engineering Historical Landmark and are an amazing site. While there grab one of the docents in the blue polo shirts and ask questions about the ship and her unique history or for a tour. Many are happy to do so and all love to answer questions. Some spaces will be hard to access for older and younger visitors but there is something for everyone. I would recommend wearing close toed shoes as well.

Trevor DeVassie

Unfortunately it was closed but was happy to hear its moving to a dry dock for repairs and will go to a new location

Nuwan Gunarathne

Recently visited Battleship Texas, kids will love this place. Very educational. Battleship Texas took part in some of the most significant naval battles of the 20th century during both world wars. The anti-aircraft guns that still move but some areas are off limits. visitors are allowed to go to all 3 decks. Very clean and well maintained. Great experience.

Diana Roots

Great memorial, a bit pricey. I believe more people would go here if the price was cheaper

Sean Davenport

Wow! Really a must see. The fact you can actually move the AA guns was educational... I had no idea how easy it was to use the cranks. I was in the Navy, and compared to this we had it pretty good!

Kyle B

The last Dreadnaught is looking mighty fine for 108 years old! I’d donate Millions to her preservation if I could!

Jorge Garcia

If you like Texas history this is a good place to visit.

David Pruden

Great history. Went there over 40 years ago

panchito33fs

Very dissapointed.... I think they should keep this historic place in better shape, specially the public restrooms.

Randolph Cirilo

I had not been to this place since I was a child. When I heard they were taking it away for ever, I felt I needed to return one more time.. Im so glad I did. To see her one more time, as an adult, when I could truly appreciate what it was to have that amazing peice of history in my own city, well I would never forgive myself. Shes gone now.. Ill miss that beautiful thing.

Patrick Brennan

It was my last chance to see it before it was taken to Alabama to be restored.

Micah Covey

Lots of history on this ship! Wonderful place to remember our national heritage! Men of that Great Generation have given their lives for our freedom and liberty, and others took extreme risk! So glad we can still tour this battleship, the USS Texas!!

Marion M B

This is a magnificent piece of history You can buy tickets to tour the inside of the ship or just walk around the area while enjoying the cargo ships plying in the nearby habour Right across from it is the San Jacinto monument

Olive Miller

I loved this ship. Besides the historical aspect of the ship, it did serve in both world wars, its really cool to see naval engineering from another time.

Melissa Gandy

We have taken our babies here now our grandbabies. Wonderful experience and a chance to share and teach what americas history about before all of its erased.

Derrick Ng

The battleship was stunning and after all these years I'm impressed in its current condition. It seems to be closed until further notice, most likely due to repairs. You can still go around the park and take pictures however. Recommend going if you have a thing for naval history!

Betty Lewis

We took our 10 year old grandson and it was awesome....no better way to help highlight the men and women before us that fought to preserve our freedoms! This beauty is so rich in history. We have vowed to return after its restoration!

Josh Asbury

It's awesome, the kid's & I had a gr8 time

Frank Spicher Jr.

The ship is a great floating (sort of) museum. It's a piece of history that you can touch which is becoming less common as time goes on. Kids can climb on and actually move some of the smaller guns and the AA guns, making it somewhat interactive. You can climb to the flag bridge for a fantastic view of everything around you. Below decks are exhibits using a "frozen in time" kind of look with period props and items placed in areas blocked by gates and plexiglass so you can still get a good view and appreciation of what things used to be like. The ship is an enduring legacy of American commitment to the people who have come before us and a reminder of what they fought for. It should be noted that it is a warship. If you're going to visit, be prepared to endure heat below decks, especially in summer months. Wear comfy, closed toe shoes. Some doorways have a raised lip or actually small steps leading through them. Some sections of the ship are somewhat cramped and taller folks (6ft+) need to watch their head in some areas. Most of the decks are painted steel and as such can be slick when wet, so keep that in mind. Earlier when I said "sort of" floating is because the ship is over 100 years old and the water is slowly winning against the steel that was used to build it. The staff is constantly working to keep the ship open and afloat. Pumps are being used to remove water when possible and repairs are constantly underway, so please be understanding that certain areas might be off limits. Years ago the engine room and most of the third deck were inaccessible. When I went recently I saw parts of the ship I'd never seen thanks to the work being done. That being said, they do offer "hard hat" tours for groups, but you'd have to contact them for details.

Julio Arredondo

Need to have some tourist guides. The ship is really big and it will take around 2 hrs to see back to front.

Evan Stewart

I was beyond captivated during the 2+ hours I spent walking around the memorial and touring the battleship itself. Being a history nerd and Navy veteran, it was a great way to spend an afternoon. Can't wait to go back.

Whitney Ruiz

Super interesting experience, especially for grandparents! We took my parents and it was crazy to think that my grandfather lived on a boat like that during WWII! SUCH tiny spaces!

James Simiskey

Having the pleasure of seeing the gorgeous Battleship Texas made my day. The moment you pull into the parking lot, she is sitting there in all her majesty. I love Warships, old and new. So, having the opportunity to see a battleship like her is an incredible blessing. You're allowed to roam the vessel virtually top to bottom. Many areas are restricted to the public for various reasons. However, much of the vessel is explorable, including the main decks, much of the observation tower, a view into her forward most turret, the level 2 deck (mess hall, living quarters), and some of the lower decks (some of the engine rooms). You are even able to turn and aim some of the anti-aircraft guns. Each area has a small plaque explaining its function and significance. Seeing this vessel is well worth the visit before she leaves for repairs at the end of the year. It is very hot outside, and even below decks, the heat can become overwhelming, so be certain to wear light clothing and bring plenty of water, though there is a water fountain by the ships 5 inch guns.

Philippe Jacques Kradolfer

A great historical site. Battleship Texas has a very interesting history having participated in some of the most significant naval battles of the 20th century during the first and second world wars. Docked now along the Houston ship channel, the Battleship Texas serves as a memorial to those times and the advanced engineering of its time. Walking through the decks and corridors you are transported to times past imagining the life and adventure of the many sailors who served in this ship. The staff at the site is very friendly, the grounds are well kept, but the ships shows the scares of time. A very cool place for children and anyone interested in naval history. A great place indeed."

C. St James

The ship alone was awesome. But I think my favorite part was all the "wannabe's" dressed in sloppy uniforms acting like bada$$es, being a Veteran with 22+years I found it comical so I was definitely amused. (Disclaimer: It was easy to pick out the actual Veterans since they took way more pride in their appearance). How does the rude dark haired lady selling tickets in the gift shop still have a job?

Andre Eusebio

Good place to learn history. Awesome. Just awesome! My daughter and I went for Dad's Day, 2019. You really want to see her here, by the San Jacinto Monument, before she gets towed for repairs, and then, perhaps, permanently moved to another location. At least, that's what I've been hearing. This is history, folks. ⚓⚓⚓

Ren Gee

This historic artifact is such a gem of Texas! Even though there is ongoing work to restore and keep it afloat it leaves you impressed. The volunteers has amazing knowledge and are happy to share stories of her life. Much of the ship is accessible. The ship is in a historic park itself with lots of other American history on in.

Jose Rodriguez

As one of the last surviving dreadnoughts in the world it is the responsibility of the community and Texas legislature to preserve this priceless piece of history. This ship saw extensive military action and holds historic significance both for its naval technological advances and participation in both world wars, however the ships condition is degrading by the year and awareness must be raised to repair the ship before it's too late.

Ethan Lindstrom

Awesome, educational, and fun! Kids loved climbing all over, especially on the anti-aircraft guns that still move. Very interesting to read the stories about the ship and to see how the sailors lived. It is hard to imagine over 1000 people living on that ship for months at a time...

Daniel Perales

Nice place. They should have more people telling you the history behind it. But some people likes that no one is next to them. It has a great view while being a cloudy day!