Ala Wai Canal: The Waterway That Shaped Waikiki
The Ala Wai Canal is one of the most important waterways in Waikiki. Many visitors notice the canal while exploring the area, yet few...
The Duke Kahanamoku Statue
Along the shoreline of Waikiki Beach stands a bronze statue of a barefoot man with his arms stretched wide toward the ocean. A long...
Hanauma Bay
Hanauma Bay is widely known as the most famous snorkeling location on Oahu. Located along the island’s southeast coast, this protected marine embayment sits...
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Pearl Harbor National Memorial is one of the most significant historic sites in the United States. Located about 30 to 40 minutes from Waikiki,...
Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace stands in the center of downtown Honolulu and remains the only official royal palace in the United States. Built in 1882, it...
Koko Head Crater Trail
The Koko Head Crater Trail is one of the most challenging and rewarding hikes on Oahu. Located in East Honolulu near Hanauma Bay, this...
Honolulu Zoo
The Honolulu Zoo sits at the eastern edge of Waikiki, directly across from Queen’s Beach and beside Kapiolani Park. It is one of the...
Waikiki Aquarium
The Waikiki Aquarium is one of the most accessible marine attractions in Waikiki. Located at the quiet east end of Waikiki near Kapiolani Park,...
Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
The glass bottom boat cruise is one of the easiest ocean activities for visitors staying in Waikiki. It requires no swimming, takes about one...
