Hawaii Attractions

A white sand beach on Oahu’s southeastern coast, Waikiki Beach is one of the most famous destinations in the world. Soak up rays and sip a mai tai on the sparkling sands, and enjoy swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, kayaking, canoeing, and sailing in the waters of the Pacific Ocean. With Diamond Head in the distance, the calm waters of Waikiki are perfect for a surfing lesson. Enjoy a picnic or rent boards and snorkeling gear on the beach. Stroll along Waikiki Beach Walk for waterfront shopping, dining, and entertainment as you embrace the seascape.  [Top]

A national memorial commemorating the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and America’s valor in the Pacific, the USS Arizona Memorial is the burial ground for the crew who died during the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941, and honors the site where World War II began for the US. Tour the USS Arizona Memorial where you can see the actual sunken hull of the Battleship USS Arizona. The Memorial also features a museum, theater, bookstore and gift shop, and the shrine room honoring those who were killed. The museum highlights the attack through exhibits, photographs, battle artifacts, and memorabilia.  [Top]

Hanauma Bay State Park is a marine conservation area and underwater park. Sheltered from the ocean, the crescent-shaped bay and cove is a peaceful haven for snorkeling, scuba diving and swimming. Swim and dive among tropical fish and marine life in an amazing coral reef habitat. Dive to the bay floor, an ancient volcano crater, or swim out along the reef to deeper waters. Voted Best Beach in America in 2004, the wide sandy beach is a beautiful spot for swimming, surfing, body boarding, sunbathing, and picnicking. Hike or walk the scenic trails along the coastline and ridge to stunning bay lookouts or visit the Marine Educational Center.  [Top]

American’s only royal palace and a National Historic Landmark in Honolulu, Iolani Palace was the official residence of King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani, the last royal monarchs of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Tour this American Florentine-style castle and marvel at its magnificent halls and grand galleries, including the Throne Room. See Hawaiian crown jewels, ancient regalia, artifacts, and historic portraits and photographs. Wander through the lushly landscaped estate and gardens, and enjoy picnics and free Friday concerts on the courtyard.  [Top]

Walking distance to Waikiki and downtown Honolulu, the 100-acre Ala Moana Beach Park on Ala Wai Harbor offers golden sand beaches, a lagoon, huge grassy areas shaded by banyan and palm trees, walking paths, a music pavilion, tennis courts, and picnic tables. Relax on the half-mile sandy beach and swim in the blue waters and gentle waves of the Pacific, protected by a shallow coral reef. Explore the peninsula and rocky point, called Magic Island, and enjoy walking, biking, picnicking, sunbathing, swimming, and surfing at this local hangout.  [Top]

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Aloha Tower is Hawaii’s most famous landmark. Symbolizing Hawaii’s aloha spirit; the lighthouse welcomes cruise ships and boats to Honolulu Harbor. Walk up to the 10th- floor observation deck for views of Honolulu Harbor, Downtown Honolulu, Diamond Head, and Koolau Mountains. The heart of Honolulu Harbor, Aloha Tower Marketplace is a sky-lit market with waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment, and ocean views. Shop for clothing, art and souvenirs, and enjoy island cuisine at Don Ho's Island Grill.  [Top]

Set in Kapiolani Park, Honolulu Zoo houses over 1,000 species of animals, mammals, birds, reptiles and rare wildlife in naturalistic habitats. See lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, monkeys, tigers, elephants, bears, komodo dragons, Galapagos tortoises – the first bred in captivity - and native Hawaiian birds, like the Nene. Explore the African Savannah, Tropical Rainforest, Pacific Islands, and Kabuni Reserve. Get a peek at the zoo’s nocturnal animals on the Zoo by Moonlight tour.  [Top]