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USS Cod Submarine Memorial

1089 E 9th St, North Coast Harbor, Cleveland, OH 44114
216 566 8770
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Ranked #8 of 70 attractions in Cleveland
Type: Ships, Historic Sites
Traveller Description: Open for tours every day from May 1 to September 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., this seasonal attraction is the only remaining U.S. WWII fleet submarine... more »
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Arlington, Virginia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Recommended for military/history buffs or anyone else wishing to experience of military history. Get a glimpse into what life must have been like for WWII submariners and appreciate their sacrifices.

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See 5 more reviews by MARK1215926 for Cleveland
Peterborough, Canada
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27 reviews 27 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

This was the best value for admission of all the attractions we took in while in Cleveland! The fellow that did the tour for us while aboard was very knowledgeable and encouraging of questions. The two officers that were at the ticket booth were fantastic, great sense of humour and very welcoming! The sub itself is very interesting and something... More

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See 5 more reviews by WanderingBeaver for Cleveland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Definitely recommend this for people of any age. It is very interesting, as you you can literally go through it and even lay on the beds and sit at the tables. My favorite thing to do in Cleveland.

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Toronto
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19 reviews 19 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Accompanied by three friends, I went to my first trip to see this WW2 submarine, docked near the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The process for entry is quick, with a small fee to enter, and a mainly self guided touring structure. We were fortunate to have one of the senior volunteers, Paul, meet with us and provide an... More

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Dansville, New York
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32 reviews 32 reviews
12 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

This is a must-do for anyone who has been interested in WWII submarines for over 50 years, read dozens of novels and true-life stories about them, and harbored a bucket-list desire to actually get into one that hasn't been stripped, chopped, and commercialized beyond recognition! The visitor must actually enter and exit via deck hatches and ladders, just as the... More

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Tampa, Florida
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013

A must see piece of WWII history. Take a trip back in time and see how the brave sailors fought during the war. This is a well kept, original sub which participated in combat. Not set up for easier access so be prepared to climb ladders through hatches and tight passageways. Well worth the effort. An experience not easily forgotten.

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Lincoln, Nebraska
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We were pleasantly surprised with this self-guided tour. My understanding is this is the only WWII submarine that is open for tours that has not been remodeled for tour access. You have to climb down the hatch just like the sailors did. We had to climb through the hatches (maybe hit our heads a couple times). Everything looked just like... More

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Lorain, Ohio
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I took my daycamp children to this submarine because I think it's cool how the submarine IS THE MUSEUM! The kids were wowed at being able to go inside and feel like an actual member of the crew. Spaces are VERY TIGHT though. Great idea.

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See 2 more reviews by Leota J for Cleveland
Solon, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Been going on the sub since i was a little kid, Now I take my kids on it, they love it. It is one of the few subs that is in its WW-2 configuration no holes cut in to hull for easy entrance you have to enter like the crew did Very cool.

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North Royalton, Ohio
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Bigger isn't always better, in fact squeezing through the USS COD, makes you understand what "old submariner's" had as a duty to the rest of us. A rare chance to experience what I would never want to do. I'm not claustrophobic but I like a window seat so going underwater would have teriified me. God bless the sailors who can... More

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