Charlestown Navy Yard: Tour USS CASSIN YOUNG (DD 793)

The mess of the USS CASSIN YOUNG, which visitors will walk through on this tour.

NPS Photo

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.

2026 Season (May 23 - September 27)

Join a ranger for a tour of USS Cassin Young Tuesday through Sunday at 11 am, 1 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.

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.

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*To learn more about the USS Cassin Young, explore the USS Cassin Young Virtual Tour or visit the USS Cassin Young page. If you have any questions, please contact us. 

Details

Duration

45 Minutes

Activity

Guided Tours

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Charlestown Navy Yard

USS Cassin Young sits at the end of Pier 1 of the Charlestown Navy Yard.

Reservations

No

Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

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.