Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum Tickets

Product ID: 81304

Supplied by: Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum

Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum is a one-of-a-kind facility that gives visitors the opportunity to learn about the offshore oil and gas industry, all while being aboard a retired jack-up drilling rig. Visitors can take the skywalk out onto the drill floor of the rig, or visit the exhibits on the pipe deck from the first floor of the museum.

Offered languages: English

Overview

We are delighted that you are interested in visiting the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig and Museum. Our one-of-a-kind facility gives visitors the unique opportunity to learn all about the oil and gas industry while being aboard a retired jack-up drilling rig. The museum is designed to be a self-guided facility so that visitors can experience the exhibits at their own pace.

What do we see on the tour?
Your visit will start with a short introductory video. From there you will visit the three levels of the museum, featuring exhibits and models that explain offshore drilling and production. Additionally, you will be able to tour two exterior areas of the drilling rig.

Additional Information

Hours of Operation (subject to change):
Open Daily 10am to 5pm (Last entry at 4pm)
No admissions granted 1 hour prior to closing.

Do I have to ride a boat?
No, we have a pedestrian bridge that takes you from our gift shop to the rig.

How long does a tour last?
A typical guided student tour can last anywhere from 1 hour to 1 ½ hours. Group size and interest can dictate the length of the tour. The audio guided tour contains more than two hours of recorded information and visitors can decide how much they want to listen to in a free roaming situation.

Know before you go

What about lunch?
We do not have the facilities for your group to have lunch aboard the rig. There are several restaurants within walking distance of the museum. There is also a grassy area on the pier for picnic lunches, weather permitting.