Annual
Special Cruise
Fleet Week Cruise
Experience San Francisco Fleet Week aboard the iconic SS Jeremiah O'Brien. Sail into history as the city celebrates the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
$105 – $195 per person
View All EventsOur Mission
Preserving History
for Future Generations
The SS Jeremiah O'Brien is the last unaltered Liberty Ship in existence — a fully operational, seagoing memorial to the men and women who built, sailed, and defended the 2,751 American-built World War II cargo ships known as Liberties.
In June 1943, the O'Brien slid down the ways at the New England Shipbuilding Corporation in South Portland, Maine. She made seven wartime voyages and eleven crossings of the English Channel to the Normandy beaches during the D-Day invasion.
After 33 years in the mothball fleet, volunteers brought her back to life in 1979. In 1994 she made an epic return voyage to the 50th Anniversary of the Normandy invasion — reviewed by the Queen of England and visited by the President of the United States — before returning triumphantly through the Golden Gate.
Today she is moored at Pier 35, San Francisco, certified by the U.S. Coast Guard and approved by the American Bureau of Shipping. The entire ship — from engine room to flying bridge — is open to visitors.
Full History1943Built in South Portland, Maine
56Days to build
11D-Day Channel crossings
2,751Liberty ships built during WWII
Only 1Unaltered Liberty Ship remaining in the world
Plan Your Visit
Come Aboard
Hours & Location
- Open daily — 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
- Open year-round, including most holidays
- Afternoon tours available on cruise dates
SS Jeremiah O'Brien
Pier 35, The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94133
Admission
- General Admission$20
- Senior (62+)$15
- Student w/ID$15
- Junior (5–12)$10
- Active Military w/ID$10
- Family (2 Adults, 2 Juniors)$45
- Children under 5Free
- Active Military in UniformFree
- NLSM & HNSA MembersFree
Tickets purchased at the booth on the day of your visit.
Overnight Program
Looking for a unique experience for your class, youth group, or scouts? Sleep aboard a living piece of WWII history.
- Available most Fridays & Saturdays year-round
- Excluding holidays and special events
- Suitable for school groups, scouts, and families
Aerial Views
See Her From Above
Exclusive drone footage captured over Pier 35, San Francisco Bay.
Full ship at Pier 35 · Bay Bridge backdrop
Bow-on · Coit Tower & Telegraph Hill
Stern gun tubs · American flag
Forward rigging · SF skyline
Deck detail · Working ship
At anchor · Embarcadero
Events & Programs
Set Sail With Us
Annual
Youth & Education
Overnight Program
Sleep in genuine WWII sailor quarters. Perfect for school groups, scout troops, and families. Available most Fridays and Saturdays year-round.
Learn more →Dockside
Daily Tours
Self-guided dockside tours every day from 10am to 4pm. Explore from the engine room to the flying bridge.
Plan your visit →Community
Ham Radio Club (JOBARC)
The Jeremiah O'Brien Amateur Radio Club meets monthly. Open to members in good standing. Join online or in person aboard the ship.
See schedule →Keep Her Afloat
Get Involved
The O'Brien relies on the generosity of people like you. Every contribution helps preserve this national treasure for future generations.
Donate
After the disruptions caused by the Pier 45 fire, we've found a new home at Pier 35 and continue to rebuild. We're preparing for one of the most comprehensive maintenance periods in the ship's history.
"Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference." — Ken Wright, Executive DirectorMake a Donation
Membership
An annual membership connects you with history and provides exclusive benefits including free admission, Ship's Store discounts, and access to special events.
- StudentFree dockside admission$35/yr
- IndividualFree admission + 20% store discount$50/yr
- Family2 adults + 2 children, store discount$100/yr
- SponsorGroup of 4, store discount$250/yr
- AdmiralGroup of 10 + Fleet Week cruise ticket$1,000/yr
Volunteer
The SS Jeremiah O'Brien has been maintained and sailed by dedicated volunteers since 1979. Join the crew and become part of this living maritime legacy.
- Deck and engine room maintenance
- Visitor services and tours
- Ship's store and events support
- Sailing crew for special cruises