45 Minutes
Charlestown Navy Yard: Tour USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793)
Boston National Historical Park
Explore above and below the main deck of USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793), a Fletcher-class Destroyer that served in the Second World War and throughout the 1950s.
Explore above and below the main deck of USS Cassin Young (DD 793), a Fletcher-class Destroyer that served in the Second World War and throughout the 1950s. Learn how such ships were built and see how the sailors lived, served, and made sacrifices aboard. Visitors will be able to see various parts of the ship on the tour, including: the Combat Information Center, the Plotting Room, Officer's Country (or Berthing Area), Ammunition Handling Room, Officer's Mess, Sailors' Berthing Area, Crew Mess, the Galley, Barber shop, and the Bridge. Tours begin on the deck of the ship and last for approximately 45 minutes. Tickets are available for FREE on a first-come, first served basis aboard the ship. Since this tour highlights small spaces, only 12 people are allowed per tour. Visitors must be over 48" in height to safely climb the ladders. Check back for information regarding 2026 programming. *To learn more about the USS Cassin Young, explore the USS Cassin Young app or visit the USS Cassin Young page. If you have any questions, please contact us.
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Guided ToursShips and ShipwrecksUS NavyCold WarWorld War IIBostonCharlestown Navy YardUSS Cassin Youngship tourDestroyer
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Duration
45 Minutes
Fees Apply
No
Seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility
This tour explores above and below deck of the USS Cassin Young. Visitors must be able to use ladders to go below deck. Visitors will also be walking through tight spaces.
Pets
No
Reservations
No
Location
Charlestown Navy Yard