June 4-7, begin at 10 a.m. and conclude by 4 p.m. To ensure ship tour completion by 4 p.m., lines will be monitored for approximate entrance start time. All tours will be complete by 4 p.m., so the tour line may be cut earlier in the afternoon, depending on line waiting times. It is recommended that those interested in public ship tours arrive early.
When arriving for public tours, all visitors will be required to present a REAL ID-compliant government-issued photo identification (see approved identification list below), and pass through an airport-style security screening checkpoint prior to boarding the ships. A temporary form of ID is not an acceptable form of identification.
All visitors are subject to search prior to entering the security zone. Visitors are encouraged to bring as few items as possible when arriving for their tour, as there is no on-site storage. Flat-heeled, closed-toe shoes are required for tours aboard ships.
Acceptable REAL ID-compliant government-issued photo identification:- Enhanced State ID or Enhanced Drivers’ License
- U.S. Passport or Passport Card
- DoD ID (including IDs issued to dependents)
- Permanent Resident Card
- Border Crossing Card
- Photo ID issued by a Federally Recognized Tribal Nation/ Indian Tribe, including Enhanced
Tribal Cars (ETCs)
- HSPD-12 PIV Cards
- Foreign Government-Issued Passport
- Canadian Provincial Driver’s License of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada Card
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Employment Authorization Card (I-766)
- U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential
- Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC)
- DHS Trusted Traveler Cards (Global Entry, NEXUS, SENTRI, FAST)
- Clear ID (Not Clear Plus)
Prohibited items on board include the following:
- Weapons: including knives, firearms and club weapons
- Defensive chemicals or sprays: including mace and pepper spray; spray cans of any type
- Fireworks, flammable liquids or other explosives
- Drugs and drug-related paraphernalia illegal by federal standards, including cannabis
- Large bags, including backpacks, diaper bags and large camera bags (small camera bags and small handbags may be permitted, but are subject to search)
- Strollers (no secure holding area for any personal items)
- Glasses that are capable of taking pictures or video such as Meta Glasses
While general photography of this event is allowed, the use of drones in the area of Navy vessels is strictly prohibited. Videography while walking throughout the tour is also prohibited.
NCIS NOTICE REGARDING DRONE PROHIBITIONDue to the nature of U.S. Navy ships, those with limited mobility, or those who require walkers or wheelchairs, will not be allowed on ship tours for their safety. In these cases, the Navy will facilitate a pier-side brief.