Honolulu

Honolulu

If Oʻahu is the heart of Hawaiʻi, then Honolulu is its racing pulse. In this cosmopolitan capital city, you’ll find everything from historic landmarks to fine dining to world-class shopping. Home to the majority of Oʻahu’s population, Honolulu stretches across the southeastern shores of the island, from Pearl Harbor to Makapuʻu Point, encompassing world-famous Waikīkī Beach along the way.

Video: Day With a Local on Southern Oʻahu

Video: Honolulu and South Oahu
Follow along for a day filled with food, art and fun in Honolulu and along the South Shore of Oʻahu

Food & Dining in Honolulu

Food & Dining in Honolulu
Beet poke dish at Mud Hen Water in the Kaimukī neighborhood
From barefoot fish tacos at Duke’s Beach House in Waikīkī to the eclectic food scene in trendy Chinatown, Honolulu has something for every taste. Sample fine Hawaiʻi Regional Cuisine at local institutions like Alan Wong’s Restaurant, Roy’s Waikīkī or Chef Mavro. Explore Honolulu’s residential neighborhoods and eat like a local with plate lunches, poke and fresh produce from the city’s many fantastic farmers markets.
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Landmarks & Attractions

Waikiki

Waikīkī

One of the most recognizable beaches in the world, Waikīkī was once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Today, millions of visitors visit these shores every year.

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Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head)

Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head)

Take an easy hike to the top for panoramic views of Waikīkī, Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean.

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Downtown Honolulu

Downtown Honolulu

Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown are Oʻahu’s centers for government, business and arts,with dining and nightlife around every corner.

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Kapahulu

Kapahulu

Kapahulu is a small neighborhood next to Waikīkī where you find eclectic shops and some of Honolulu’s best local food.

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National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific honors sacrifices of America’s Armed Forces.

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Kapi‘olani Park

Kapi‘olani Park

Walk, run, cycle, do yoga, or attend a concert in this 160-acre oasis named after Queen Kapi‘olani that sits on the edge of the Pacific Ocean just below iconic Lē‘ahi (Diamond Head).

King Kamehameha I Statue

King Kamehameha I Statue

Just across from ‘Iolani Palace, the bronze statue honors the ruler who unified the Hawaiian Islands. On the Friday closest to Kamehameha Day (June 11), the statue is draped with dozens of handmade 30-foot fresh flower lei (flower garlands).

Hanaiakamalama (Queen Emma Summer Palace)

Hanaiakamalama (Queen Emma Summer Palace)

In the Nu‘uanu Valley north of Downtown Honolulu, discover the mid-19th century summer retreat of Queen Emma, King Kamehameha IV, and their son Prince Albert. This charming Greek revival home is filled with family possessions, memorabilia, and family portraits, enabling visitors to feel an intimate connection to the former inhabitants.

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