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Where Is the Mighty Mo? The History of Battleship Missouri

June 6, 2025

The USS Missouri is not just a ship. It is one of America’s most powerful historical symbols. It is the site where Japan formally surrendered, ending World War II. It served in WWII, Korea, and Desert Storm before being decommissioned in 1992. It offers an immersive visitor experience, from its massive 16-inch gun turrets to the surrender deck. “We walked where WWII ended and stood beneath guns that shook the ocean. Absolutely unforgettable.” — Mack2424, TripAdvisor

Where Is the USS Arizona Memorial Located?

June 6, 2025

The USS Arizona Memorial is located in the waters of Pearl Harbor , about 10 miles west of Waikiki in Honolulu. It is accessible only by boat, which departs from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center at: 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818 (GPS-friendly address; parking is available) The memorial itself is a white, floating structure anchored directly above the sunken hull of the USS Arizona . It does not touch the ship. Instead, it spans the midsection, allowing visitors to look down into the water and see parts of the wreck. A wall inside the shrine room lists the names of all those who lost their lives aboard. From a practical standpoint: You’ll arrive at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center first. After checking in, you’ll board a Navy-operated boat for a short ride across the harbor. The entire program, including the boat ride and time on the memorial, takes about 75 minutes.