Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum and USS Bowfin: Entrance Fee

The Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum and its entire campus have recently undergone a major renovation, with a major expansion and complete redesign of the interior. The new museum now features three main galleries that chronicle the evolution of the U.S. Navy's Submarine Force, from World War II through the Cold War to today and into the future. The space includes numerous interactive exhibits designed for visitors of all ages to learn and enjoy. The World War II Gallery explains how the Submarine Force established itself as a key element during the conflict. Despite representing only a small percentage of the U.S. Navy, it managed to sink more than five million tons of Imperial Japan's ships, which accounted for approximately sixty percent of the total number of ships destroyed during the war. Among the most emblematic pieces of the museum is the bell of the USS Bowfin, which was lost during a transfer between San Diego and Seattle, and reappeared in 1996 when it was donated to the museum, becoming a historical symbol of great relevance. The gallery also displays replica battle flags from numerous submarines that fought in the Pacific Ocean, offering a clear view of the decisive role played by the U.S. submarine fleet.