Visit
Hours of Operation
January – February
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Gift Shop open until 5:00 p.m.
March – December
Daily 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closed on the Following Days
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
- Easter Before Noon
Contact Information
52 King George Street
Annapolis, Maryland 21402
Phone: 410-293-8687
Email: tourinfo@usna.edu
Welcome to the U.S. Naval Academy! We are thrilled to have you visit the Yard. Whether you have a day to explore or a long weekend in Annapolis, we can’t wait to see you. Plan your trip here.
Maryland Residents Frequent Tour Program
Present your Maryland driver’s license (REAL ID compliant required) for your first tour with us. You will be given a MD Membership card. Every time you return with one or more guests, your tour will be free!
For the General Public, pedestrian access is regularly allowed for general public visitation, tours and USNA special events; however, vehicle access is not allowed.
Enforcement of the REAL ID Act of 2005 to access USNA and NSA Annapolis went into effect on 07 May 2025.
- Acceptable IDs for visitors accessing USNA through the Pedestrian Gate 1 Visitor Control Center include:
- REAL ID Compliant Driver’s License or State ID card (look for the five point star on the driver’s license).
- U.S. Passport and U.S. Passport card. Foreign passports are not permitted for general access.
- Enhanced Driver’s License (MI, MN, NY, VT, WA).
- Note: This does NOT affect access by credentialed personnel (CAC, DBIDS, Dependents, Retirees).
All persons over the age of 18 must have a valid REAL ID, Enhanced Driver’s License or U.S. Passport. Visitors under the age of 18 without a valid ID must be escorted by a responsible adult with a valid ID. Prior to entering the installation, Visitors may undergo an ID and bag check and be screened through a magnetometer.
Before your visit, please check the CNIC website for the most up-to-date requirements to access USNA and NSAA.
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Policies
REAL IDs
- Starting May 7, 2025, NSA Annapolis and USNA will require REAL ID-compliant credentials for visitors entering through Pedestrian Gate 1 Visitor Control Center, per the REAL ID Act.
- Accepted IDs at Gate 1: REAL ID driver’s license/state ID, U.S. Passport, or Enhanced Driver’s License (MI, MN, NY, VT, WA).
- Note: This does NOT affect credentialed personnel with accepted DoD Identifications (CAC, DBIDS, dependents, retirees, retiree dependents, etc.).
- Visitors accessing the installation who have been vetted through the Special Event Visitor Access Request, Direct Access or other official means (with timely notification) will be allowed access.
- Non-U.S. Citizens may only visit the U.S. Naval Academy and Naval Support Activity Annapolis when in escort of a U.S. Citizen who has Department of Defense Credentials and escort privileges and only for official U.S. Naval Academy or Naval Support Activity Annapolis sponsored events. Even when properly escorted or sponsored, non-U.S. Citizens must still present an official passport upon request.
- For more information, please visit Naval District Washington Security FAQs
U.S. Naval Academy Tours
Tour the U.S. Naval Academy on foot or by electric car. See the Yard, learn about the midshipmen, and experience Navy history. Public, private, and group tours are available.
Payment
NABSD is cashless. Credit or debit cards are accepted throughout the Yard.
Service Animals
Only service animals are permitted in the Visitor Center, U.S. Naval Academy buildings, on tours, and in ceremonial areas. Please be respectful of the ceremonial areas, especially in front of Bancroft Hall. They are clearly marked with signs. Do not jog, cycle, or walk your pets in these areas.
Parking & Shuttles
Parking is available daily at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium located at 550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis, MD 21401. Shuttles run during most major events before, during, and after. There are also several parking garages in Downtown Annapolis, rideshare options, trolley, and shuttles. Only vehicles with U.S. Naval Academy IDs, DoD credentials, or handicapped tags may enter the grounds.
NABSD Fact
The U.S. Naval Academy boasts the oldest Navy Museum in the country.
U.S. Naval Academy Museum
Located in Preble Hall on the grounds of the U.S. Naval Academy, the museum offers two floors of exhibits about the history of seapower, the development of the U.S. Navy, and the role of the U.S. Naval Academy in producing officers capable of leading America’s Sailors and Marines.
Our displays combine historical artifacts with video and audio technology to bring to life the stories of the men and women who have served their country at sea. Whether you are a casual visitor, a student of naval history, or a member of the Brigade of Midshipmen, the Museum stands ready to make your visit a memorable one.
For more information, visit the U.S. Naval Academy Museum website.
Admissions Briefings
U.S. Naval Academy Admissions briefings, lasting approximately one hour, are held at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, on the second deck of the Visitor Center, excluding all federal holidays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.