
USS Requin Submarine
A uniquely immersive experience!
Come aboard to learn how 80 men used their expertise, humor and sheer ingenuity to carve out a rough and adventurous life during USS Requin’s (SS 481) lengthy defense and scientific missions, some of which are still classified to this day! State-of-the-art and battle ready when she set out just days before the end of World War II, Requin holds the distinction of being the Navy’s first Radar Picket submarine.
Requin (SS 481) Hours
Spring/Summer Hours:
Open Monday and Wednesday–Saturday (Closed Tuesdays) (weather and river conditions permitting)
10 am–4:30 pm
Tour information (weather permitting):
Tours operate at a 20 minute interval with a maximum of 8 people. Timed tickets can be picked up at the Ticket Counter on the first floor. Tours meet at the Requin Gateway on the Ground Floor.