Honolulu, Oahu
Home to the State Capitol, Honolulu is the vibrant epicentre of Hawaii. Here you’ll find everything from historic landmarks and treasured monuments to world-class shopping and a flourishing arts and culture scene. Home to the majority of Oahu’s population, the sprawling city of Honolulu spreads throughout the southeastern shores of Oahu, from Pearl Harbor to Makapuu Point, encompassing world famous Waikiki.
Honolulu has it all. This is the home of some of Hawaii’s most historic places from Iolani Palace, the Kawaiahao Church, the Mission Houses and the treasured artifacts of the Bishop Museum to iconic landmarks like the Aloha Tower, the King Kamehameha I Statue, the Duke Kahanamoku Statue and the historic Hawaii Theatre. From the nightlife, live music and fine dining of Waikiki to the art galleries and underground bars of the Chinatown arts district, Honolulu is also Hawaii's hot spot for arts, culture and entertainment. Whether you’re looking for Hawaii’s finest museums or Hawaii’s finest Hawaii Regional Cuisine chefs, the best resorts or the best festivals and events, you’ll find it all in Honolulu.
Honolulu, Oahu Highlights:
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Aloha Tower, Oahu
Aloha Tower is a historic Honolulu landmark and home to an outdoor shopping and dining marketplace.
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National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Oahu
One of the nation’s prominent national cemeteries, the National Memorial of the Pacific honours the sacrifices of America’s Armed Forces.
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Kapahulu, Oahu
Kapahulu is a small neighbourhood right next to Waikiki where you can find unique shops and some of Honolulu’s best local food.
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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Oahu
This Marine Life Conservation District is one of Oahu’s most popular snorkelling destinations.
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Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown, Oahu
Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown are Oahu’s historic centres for government, business and the arts.
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Duke Kahanamoku Statue, Oahu
This iconic statue of “The father of modern surfing” welcomes visitors to Waikiki with open arms.
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Waikiki, Oahu
Once a playground for Hawaiian royalty, Waikiki is now a vibrant gathering place for visitors from around the world.
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King Kamehameha Statue, Oahu
The most famous Kamehameha Statue stands in front of Aliiolani Hale in Downtown Honolulu.
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Leahi (Diamond Head), Oahu
Hike to the top of the iconic Diamond Head State Monument for panoramic views of Waikiki and Honolulu.
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Kawaiahao Church, Oahu
The historic Kawaiahao Church was the first Christian Church built on Oahu in 1842.
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Honolulu Academy of Arts and Shangri La, Oahu
The Honolulu Academy of Arts is Hawaii’s largest fine-arts museum. Shangri La is one of Hawaii’s most architecturally significant homes.
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Bishop Museum, Oahu
Bishop Museum houses the largest collection of Hawaiian artifacts in the state and is a popular destination for the whole family.
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Iolani Palace, Oahu
The only official state residence of royalty in the US, Iolani Palace’s grounds and galleries are now open to the public as a museum.
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