Things to do in Honolulu
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Private 45 Minute Helicopter Tour with Romantic Landing
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Private 3.5 hr Snorkel Charter in Waikiki
History & culture
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"USS Arizona Memorial" & The "Mighty MO" VIP Limousine Tour!
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Stand UP quad bike and Sunset Cruise Experience
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Oahu Stand-Up Paddling - Semi-Private Lesson with a Pro
What to do in Honolulu
Popular places to visit
Waikiki Beach
Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Pearl Harbor
Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
International Market Place
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to International Market Place, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Honolulu Zoo
What began as the exotic bird collection of the island’s king is now a park with over 1,200 animals, including several rare and endangered species.
Hawaii Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Hawaii Convention Center during your trip to Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Enjoy the student vibe with a visit to University of Hawaii at Manoa, a top university in Honolulu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Areas of Honolulu
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach Walk and Waikiki Beach are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Western Honolulu
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Aloha Stadium while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.
Manoa
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Manoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Manoa Valley Theatre or Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
- Waikiki Beach
- Waikiki Beach Walk
- International Market Place
- Honolulu Zoo
- Diamond Head
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- Ala Moana Beach Park
- Aloha Tower Marketplace
- Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park
- Iolani Palace
- Aloha Tower
- Hawaii Pacific University
- Duke Kahanamoku Beach
- Kahala Beach
- Sans Souci Beach
- Duke Kahanamoku Statue
- King Kamehameha Statue
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