Gather your crew for real Viking adventure! The World Famous 1893 Viking Ship will be open for the public to explore on Saturday, August 15, 2026!
This beautiful, full sized, 78 foot long ship was based on a 1000 year buried ship. Hand built in Norway in 1893, "Viking" was sailed by a hardy crew of 12 adventurers non-stop across the entire stormy North Atlantic, to become a star attraction at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Hear its exciting story; admire its dramatic beauty, engineering and craftsmanship; and learn the secrets of the ancient Viking shipbuilders.
No advance tickets or reservations are needed. Guided tours led by our friendly and knowledgeable docents will begin every every 15 minutes from 10:00 AM, last tour starts at 3:45 PM. Enjoy our hands-on displays of recreated Viking jewelry, tools, weapons. and historic images. Shop the selection of quality and affordable Viking themed items from our gift shop. You may even meet a Viking or two!
Admission is still just $7 for adults, $4 for teens 13 to 17, and FREE for kids 12 and under.
NOTE: The ship is in a gravel floored shelter. No flush toilets on site.
For more info, visit vikingship.us