Visiting the SS American Victory in Tampa

The SS American Victory—one of only four fully operational WWII Victory ships remaining—is berthed as a museum ship in Tampa’s Channelside District.

Exact Location

705 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
On the Garrison Channel, adjacent to the Florida Aquarium and Sparkman Wharf.

Visitor Info

• Hours: Daily 10 AM – 5 PM (last entry 4 PM); closed major holidays
• Admission: $12 adults, $10 seniors/military, $7 youth (5–12), free under 5
• Tour: Self-guided through 9 decks—bridge, crew quarters, cargo holds, engine room, hospital, galley
• Events: “Relive History” cruises (quarterly), STEM camps, private charters

Significance

Built in 1945 (California Shipbuilding, 41 days), she served in WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Preserved by the nonprofit American Victory Mariners Memorial since 1999.