For those who love military history and ships this ship provides a lot to enjoy. The ship is in states of full restoration and parcel restoration and provides a surrealistic glimpse into the past what the men who served on this ship had to deal with and how time has taken a toll on this ship over the years. The ship usually has docents and crew members who know everything about the ship and can explain things to you in great detail. The ship also serves as a place for events that celebrate the past. They have social functions like dances or pancake breakfast or even events where people sing and celebrate moments in history. If youre even any bit curious as to what shifts of World War II were like I encourage you to visit the ship. Its in an area that affords less complicated parking then you would experience in visiting ships in San Francisco. Go to their website and check out that page and then check out the ship!

Lots of fun things to see if you like old ships. Definitely check it out!

Came aboard for a pancake breakfast. Lots of interesting history, it was educational. Just have to be careful getting around...narrow passages, steep stairs.

I really enjoyed going here seen some of the things that happened on one of the old ships the SS was very beautiful even though time had worn it learning history is a great thing

We visited on a day when they were celebrating Rosie the Riveter, live band, cooking breakfast in the ships galley, eating on the deck in brilliant sunshine and a fantastic view of the bay and San Francisco. Docents explaining the history and functions of the ship. It was a great experience. The ship is a treasure and part of history touching on womens rights and the rights of blacks and other minorities. Worth seeing.

I took the tour a couple years ago. Wow, not to be missed.

The ship is awesome. Well preserved, clean. I also want to note the very interesting and eye opening tour the we had here.

Classic, Historic, Pride and Purpose!

A good place to learn history, and the staffs are really nice.Hope they are well.

Its a part of Richmonds history and a wonderful place to tour. If you visit on a Saturday ask for a tour from Ron 2

Tour of the historic WWII Supply Ship for the South Pacific built by Kaiser Metals.

Probably better with a docent to explain things

Great experience. Friendly workers. A must for everyone. Good way to start the day.

Interesting, tottaly invested tour guide, old timer and vet, could tell he loved the ship

Great to see the old girl. Dad came home the Lake Charles, so was interesting to see. Needs your support

How could one not like this piece of history?

Very large ship thats well preserved. With many interesting decks, alleys, and rooms.

I loved this museum! She is an impressive ship to behold, and truly a wonderful piece of history. The people who work there are really nice, and treated us with respect. I urge anyone who can spare the money to donate to this beautiful ship. She’s almost back to running condition and could really use the help!

Nice working place.

Great WWII piece of history that is being restored by volunteers. SS Red Oak Victory was built in 90 days. Yes, an army of Rosies welders and other women workers built the ship. In dock in Richmond, CA where she was built. Well worth a visit.

Amazing historical ship. And the people responsible for the restoration are amazing.

Really cool history.

I enjoyed seeing a piece of history and what it meant to the Richmond shipyards and how important that it was during the second world war its amazing the history we have in this great place that we live in

See volunteers working hard on Tuesdays. Tours available a couple of days a week. Next to the ROV is one of the giant Whirly Cranes used during WWII at the Kaiser Shipyard to construct Liberty & Victory ships. There is a nesting pair of ospreys that build a nest to raise a new brood each spring until they are fledged in late Summer. You often can see the parents feeding fresh caught fish to their chicks. You can not get closer elsewhere to observe ospreys along the shoreline.

Started a bit rocky with the sign-in desk being upset that we had bought the tickets online as part of the Rosie the Riveter event.. aside from that the tour was nice... it will be incredible when the restoration is complete. Great walk back in time.Recommend pay on site and sneakers.

Great historical place to take kids and adults to learn about warships

Amazing ship! Get the $20 package so you can go deep into the engine thats what made it so memorable. We had great guides, Mike was an encyclopedia of knowledge! I learned so much about Richmond and surprisingly Henry Kaiser. Like the Kaiser Permanente Kaiser. So fun!

Excellent adventure for all ages. Requires mobility.

The tour was fun and very informative. We got to see most of the ship, including the engine room, sleeping quarters, decks, eating areas, cooking area, radio room.

Wonderful tour by fellows who have helped rehabilitate this ship!

My visit to the Red Oak Victory brought back memories from my time in the US Navy. I served aboard two modified Victory ships, four years at sea. This ship is priceless, I hope it continues to be maintained for future visitors. If anyone wants to see a bit of history from WWII then you must visit this ship! I hope to see her again one of these days! Also, about the review from Tracy Lim: Shes an idiot and has no clue what this ship represents. Its not a tourist attraction!!!

Lots of great WW2 history here. This is one of 3 ships of its kind left in the world.

Perfect day trip...tour the historic ship and taste some of the best wine ever blended in CA.

Great pancake brekfast, like Uke band. Good museum.

Love the historical significance.

Cool spot to check out if you love WW2 history or want to learn about bay area roots.

Dont know much about history. Good thing this ship is here to remind us.

My favorite little get away.

Take your little ones--hell, take yourself to tour this US Navy Ship. My kids and I had a blast. Thanks to Luke and Margie for being great guides!

Small tour but is worth it.

The place is not great for young children. I will not visit it again. I like the USS Hornet Museum. If you have ever visited USS Hornet Museum before, you will feel that Red Oak Victory is not as good as USS Hornet.

Fun experience very nice people aboard would go again recommend this as a high school field trip

Okay, not stellar. The signs indicate it is part of the NPS, but they dont honor any NPS pass. There is a $10 fee for each person (no children, senior, student, etc rates) and it is cash only. When we visited, there were four employees/volunteers at the entrance and all they wanted to do was talk amongst themselves. They didnt offer any assistance the entire time we were aboard. It was nice to see an actual Liberty Ship, but they could easily make it more enjoyable if they provided more information, pictures, personal stories, and videos. To me, it felt like they are wasting a golden opportunity.

GREAT WWII HISTORY!!!I was a Richmond resident and a R.U.H.S. Oiler as a young man and was thrilled to no end when I learned this remarkable history about Richmond. Its been 41 years since I left the Bay Area and returned for a tour at Christmas 2016. We were touring Pt. Richmond when our wanderings lead us to the Kaiser Ship-Building Docks of WWII on Canal Blvd. The volunteers and staff of Red Oak Victory are simply wonderful. They were extremely helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed their information and insights about the ship. The ONLY one left of the 747 ships built at Richmond, this is a very special part of WWII history. We sooo appreciated our tour and the fabulous way we were treated. Its a self guided tour so you can take your time and visit where you want for as long as you want. The only thing I would like to mention is PLEASE ramp up your marketing efforts so more people can enjoy this monument. There are many many WWII buffs that would love to visit this historic sight. Keep up the great work you are doing to restore her. Kudos. Thank You!!!

WWII SS Red Oak Victory tour

Went to an smazibg wedding

Really cool

Great history

Fascinating history.

Great historical ship, dedicated crew

Its a war ship

Historic. Important.

WWII stuff

Awesome