USS Lexington Museum
- Museum
- Regional draw
- Corpus Christi
The aircraft carrier USS Lexington is preserved at Corpus Christi as a museum ship. Its decks and shipboard spaces introduce visitors to naval aviation and the practical scale of life aboard a carrier, distinct from viewing aircraft in a land-based gallery.
Review current tour routes and accessibility information before boarding. Historic ships can involve steep stairs and confined spaces, and separately arranged experiences may not be included in ordinary museum admission.
Visitor details reviewed October 17, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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