You are going into areas of the ship that have not had any restoration work done for several years so these areas can be quite dirty. Wear clothing that is appropriate for this type of adventure.

Guests NEED to bring and Understand the Following

• Prior reservations are required.  There is limited space on each tour and limited tours on any date.

• Guests must be 14 years of age or older.

• Hard Hats are provided, and water will be available along the tour route during breaks.

• Flashlight (Some areas are dark) especially if the lights go OUT.

• Comfortable shoes that lace-up. No Slip-on style shoes.

• Comfortable pair of gloves if you wish.

• Camera if you want to take pictures.

• You may want to bring a Water canteen on a belt or backpack style.

• During the May and October Tours it can be warm below decks. You should exercise caution when booking your tours. There are NO tours during the summer months.

• You must be able to climb numerous ladders and steep stairs to access many areas of the ship during your 3 + hour tour.

• 8:30am - 10:30am - 1:00pm and 3:00 pm. Promptness is required, as start times are strictly observed. 

The tours are available via a minimum donation of $30.00 cash, or a check written out to:

Battleship Texas Foundation

Note: Please write "Hard Hat Tour" in the memo section of your check!

The Battleship TEXAS is located 22 miles east of down-town Houston. From Interstate 610 east, take Texas Highway 225 east for 11 miles to Texas Highway 134 (Independence Parkway South), continue north about 3 miles to the park. Or take I-10 east to Lynchburg Road, go south 2 miles to ride the free Lynchburg Ferry. Once across the Houston Ship Channel, it will be a short drive on Texas Highway 134 to the park.