EXPERIENCE 24 HOURS IN WAIKIKIWaikiki is a constantly evolving expression of the ancient spirit of aloha, where old traditions and new ideas are meeting in unexpected ways: 6 AM: Start your day with a stroll down Waikiki Beach and around Kapiolani Park under the shadow of Diamond Head (Leahi). 7 AM: Grab fresh fruit and an omelet at any one of the al fresco options along Waikiki Beach. 8 AM: Take a photo at the statue of famed surf legend Duke Kahanamoku, then take a surfing or canoe lesson on Waikiki Beach. 10 AM: See the humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apuaa at the Waikiki Aquarium. 12 NOON: Eat lunch at Duke’s Canoe Club and see classic photos of Duke. 1 PM: Take a trip beyond Waikiki. Hike to the top of Diamond Head (Leahi), visit Pearl Harbor, or browse the extensive collections of the Honolulu Academy of Arts. 4 PM: Take a hula or ukulele lesson on the grounds where Hawaiian Royalty relaxed at the redesigned Royal Hawaiian Center. 6 PM: Watch the lighting of tiki torches along Kuhio Beach, then watch an amazing sunset from Kapahulu pier. 7 PM: Experience Hawaii Regional Cuisine at Roy’s in Waikiki Beach Walk or Alan Wong’s Restaurant beyond Waikiki. For Waikiki fine cuisine, visit Twist at Hanohano, Doraku in the Royal Hawaiian Center or Top of Waikiki. 8 PM: Shop unique stores like Mana Hawaii and Aloha Army in the Waikiki Beach Walk. Then get off the beaten path and discover stylish boutiques like Spark between Kalakaua and Kuhio Avenues. 9 PM: Hear live music at Tiki’s Grill & Bar and the Lewer’s Lounge. 11 PM: Hit bars and nightclubs like The Yard House in Waikiki Beach Walk, the Lotus at Diamond Head, or RumFire in the Sheraton Waikiki. After-hours, go beyond Waikiki to places like the chic Pearl in the Ala Moana Shopping Center. 4 AM: Head back to the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio to tackle Mac 24/7’s massive pancakes. 5 AM: End the night by watching the surfers start their morning in the inviting waters of Waikiki. Explore more Waikiki:
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