Public access to Naval Air Station Pensacola is available from 9 AM-3 PM through the West Gate only, located at the south end of Blue Angel Parkway. Click "Visit" in the header below to read the important access regulations in the "Security Gate Procedures" section.

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The Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, a small to medium budget museum, is requesting proposals from qualified firms with demonstrated successful experience with the production of museum exhibits. The scope of the project work includes the design, fabrication, and installation of interpretive and interactive materials for an approximately 195 square foot exhibit space on the history of the United States Coast Guard. Please contact Jon Hill, Executive Director, at 850-393-1561 to request additional information. Successful previous similar experience is required and will be verified. Bid proposals for this work will be received until Friday, November 1 2024.

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The Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, a small to medium budget museum, is requesting proposals from qualified archaeological firms with demonstrated successful experience working on Federal property. The scope of the project work includes: an archaeological survey at the Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum. Work items include conduct research; excavate a maximum of one hundred (100) shovel test pits; conduct GPR testing; curate and provide lab analysis of artifacts recovered; and complete a survey report. The survey will result in the completion of a survey report, conforming to Chapter 1A-46, Florida Administrative Code (FAC), and a minimum of five (5) new/updated Florida Master Site File (FMSF) forms. Please contact Jon Hill, Executive Director, at 850-393-1561 to request additional information. Successful previous similar experience is required and will be verified. Bid proposals for this work will be received until Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

Pensacola's Place
for Maritime History

Climb 177 steps up the historic Pensacola Lighthouse for one of the most beautiful views on the Gulf Coast. Built in 1859, the Lighthouse is located onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola.

Know Before You Go

  1. Bring proper ID, even when riding our shuttle bus
  2. Wear shoes with a secured back
  3. Climbers must be at least 44" tall or 7 years old. Children 12 & under can not climb without a ticketed adult.
  4. No oversized purses or backpacks are allowed on property

Plan Your Visit

Open Daily
9:00am - 4:00pm
Last admission is sold at 3:40pm
Adults: $9.50
12 & Under: $6.50
65 & Over: $6.50
Military Members: $6.50

Check Out the Views @pcolalighthouse

Historic Lighthouse and Maritime Shots From Pensacola

Remember:

Enter through the NAS Pensacola Public Gate, with proper ID.

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