Oahu

The Heart of Hawaii

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Welcome to Oahu

Sometimes called “The Gathering Place,” Oahu certainly lives up to its name. The third largest Hawaiian island is home to the majority of Hawaii’s diverse population, a fusion of East and West cultures rooted in the values and traditions of the Native Hawaiian people. It’s this fundamental contrast between the ancient and the modern that makes discovering Oahu — from bustling city life to laidback surf towns — so enjoyable. You'll find plenty of different options for exploring Oahu's different regions, the island's many activities, its eclectic restaurants and accommodations.

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Hawaii Rooted: Mark Noguchi

A tough decision to leave a coveted hula halau paves the way for a chef to introduce people to cooking - and living - with intention.

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Hawaii Rooted: Kyle Reutner

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Hawaii Rooted: Tom Pohaku Stone

A misled youth returns in his later years to the source of familial wisdom to become a shaper of ancient alaia surfboards.

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Hawaii Rooted: Keone Nunes

A Native Hawaiian tattooist bestows ancient, hand-tapped kakau upon worthy recipients willing to endure a rite of passage.

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Discover Oahu

From the cosmopolitan qualities of Honolulu to the charming towns of the North Shore, there’s a range of experiences available to travelers on Oahu.

Regions of Oahu

Oahu

Honolulu

Central Oahu

Leeward Coast

North Shore

Windward Coast

Things to Do on Oahu

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Plan Your Trip to Oahu

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A Waho Makou o Awawamalu

Hear a Hawaiian Chant

Oahu, the child of Papa and Lua, is honored here, starting from the Eastern point of Awawamalu (sheltered valley) known as "Sandy Beach. “Halona,” the “blow hole” means to peer or to be watchful, a good trait in learning. Halona’s sea spray represents the knowledge that would be shared at Halauaola. Mailikukahi, fifth generation ancestor of Kakuhihewa, is credited for establishing the six moku (land divisions) of Oahu, which are Koolaupoko, Koolauloa, Waialua, Waianae, Ewa and Kona. This mele (chant) humbly asks for entry into a protected realm of hula, traditional knowledge, sacred practices, creativity, mutual respect and aloha.

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Weddings on Oahu

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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Getting Around

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Weather

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Poipu, Kauai

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Lihue

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Kapaa

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Oahu

Honolulu, Oahu

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West Side

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North Shore (Turtle Bay)

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Molokai

Hoolehua, Molokai

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Sat 09/21Mostly Sunny86°F30°C

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Mon 09/23Mostly Sunny88°F31°C

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Molokai Airport

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Kaunakakai City

TodayBreezy80°F27°C

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Lanai

Lanai City, Lanai

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Manele Bay Beach

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Lanai Airport

TodayBreezy79°F26°C

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Tue 09/24Scattered Showers81°F27°C

Maui

Kahului Airport, Maui

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Whalers Village in Kaanapali

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The Shops at Wailea in Wailea

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Tue 09/24Partly Cloudy80°F27°C

Hawaii

Hilo, Hawaii

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Sat 09/21Scattered Thunderstorms78°F26°C

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Mon 09/23Scattered Showers78°F26°C

Tue 09/24Scattered Showers78°F26°C

Kailua/Kona

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Sun 09/22Scattered Thunderstorms75°F24°C

Mon 09/23Partly Cloudy76°F24°C

Tue 09/24Scattered Thunderstorms73°F23°C

Puako

TodayCloudy72°F22°C

Fri 09/20Cloudy73°F23°C

Sat 09/21Scattered Thunderstorms73°F23°C

Sun 09/22Scattered Thunderstorms75°F24°C

Mon 09/23Partly Cloudy76°F24°C

Tue 09/24Scattered Thunderstorms73°F23°C

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