U-505 On-Board Tour
Want even more of the U-505 experience? Take the optional on-board tour through the submarine, available daily.
What to expect
Board the U-505 Submarine, the actual craft that stalked the waters of the Atlantic before it was blown to the surface and captured on June 4, 1944. From the cramped quarters to the feel of battle, it's an interactive walk through a piece of history that you'll never forget. Complete with dramatic lighting and sound effects, the tour lets you experience life aboard this sub firsthand in the days leading up to her capture. The tour lasts about 25 minutes, including a question-and-answer session at the conclusion. This tour is not included with General Admission and requires a separate timed-entry ticket. See below for more details and ticket information.
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Tour tips and notes
Please arrive early to your U-505 On-Board Tour, and allow 5–10 minutes to get from the U-505 exhibit entrance to the tour entrance. Late guests cannot be admitted and will be rescheduled if availability permits. Tour capacity is limited so advance online tickets are recommended. The on-board tour is not accessible to strollers, Segways or wheelchairs. See accessibility notes. Stroller parking is available at the sub entrance. Parents of young children: this tour discusses and briefly replicates the wartime conditions on a submarine, including mention of casualties and some sound effects.
