Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola has adjusted public visitation hours until further notice. Public access to areas of public interest, including the National Naval Aviation Museum and Pensacola Lighthouse, is available Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Museum and Lighthouse are open to DoD ID card holders daily. The installation is closed to public visitation Monday through Friday. Visitors without a Department of War (DoW) ID must first check in at the Visitor Control Center at the Main Gate, at the south end of Navy Blvd., before proceeding to the West Gate, at the south end of Blue Angel Parkway.

Field Trips

Take your students on an educational journey through history, science, and maritime heritage at the Pensacola Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. Our guided tours offer an engaging, curriculum-aligned experience in a unique historical setting. 

 

 

Scheduling a Group Visit 

All field trips must be booked and paid for at least 30 days in advance. When scheduling, provide your desired date and time, total group size (students and adults), and chaperone details. Field trips may not coincide with special events such as Blue Angels Practice Viewings. Docents are offered by request only, and are dependent on volunteer availability.

 

Group Pricing & Payment

  • Admission: $3.00 per person
  • The total must be paid in a single transaction
  • Payment methods: Visa, MasterCard, cash, or check
  • Full payment is due 30 days prior to your visit

 

Hours & Group Requirements

  • Check our website or call (850) 393-1561 for current hours.
  • Large groups must arrive at least two hours before closing.
  • Groups with children (12 & under) must have one adult per 10 children.
  • No more than 15 guests may be on the tower catwalk at any time. Large groups must divide into smaller groups of 10 or so climbers.
  • Children must be at least 44” tall or 7 years old to climb.
  • Children 12 & under must climb with an adult. 
  • Secure-backed shoes are required.
  • Backpacks and oversized bags are not allowed.
  • Groups will be intermingled with the general public.

 

Picnic Area

  • Outdoor picnic space available with seating for 50 guests.
  • No food is sold on-site.
  • Food and drinks (except bottled water) are not allowed in the museum, tower, or gift shop.

 

Accessibility

  • The first floor of the museum is wheelchair accessible.
  • The second floor, basement, and tower are only accessible by stairs.
  • Two accessible restrooms are located on the first floor.

 

Additional Guidelines

  • Running, jumping, and yelling are not allowed in the museum or tower.
  • Throwing objects from the catwalk is strictly prohibited.
  • Photography is allowed, but tripods and large equipment are not permitted.
  • Late arrivals should call (850) 393-1561 ext. 5 to adjust scheduling.

 

Book Your Field Trip

  • To schedule a visit, contact us at:
  • Email: plighthouseevents@gmail.com
  • Phone: (850) 393-1561 ext. 3

 

All field trips must be booked and paid for 30 days in advance.