Information and Driving Directions

The Museum is located in San Pedro (Berth 84 in the Port of Los Angeles), at the foot of 6th Street in John S. Gibson Park. The park includes monuments to the US Navy heavy cruiser LOS ANGELES, and the American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial. The Pacific Electric Red Car is Back! And it stops in front of the Museum!

Hours and Driving Directions:

The Los Angeles Maritime Museum is located approximately 20 miles south of the Los Angeles International Airport. From the freeways, take 110 South [Harbor Freeway] to the Harbor Boulevard off ramp, and turn right onto Harbor Boulevard. Go one mile to 6th Street, and turn left. Parking is Free.

The Museum Will Be Closed On Sunday, May 11, 2008
The Museum will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 10:00am

Our hours are Tuesday - Saturday, 10 am - 5 pm, Sundays 12 pm - 5 pm. Last entry is 4:30 pm. (Closed Mondays). Group tours in English and Spanish are available by appointment. Adults $3.00, Youth and Senior Citizens $1.00, Children Free.

The museum is A.D.A. - accessible.

Note to researchers: Our research library and archives are open by appointment. Please contact the librarian at 310-548-7618 extension 215 to plan your visit.  You may also wish to visit our links page to access other collections of local interest.

Note: If using Google Maps or other website to obtain driving directions, enter our address as “600 Sampson Way, San Pedro CA 90731”. Google Maps does not recognize berth numbers.