Arizona Memorial - Free
USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor
Center, National Park Service, Pearl Harbor
808-422-0561
This famous white floating memorial
was built to remember the 1,102 men who died when the Japanese attacked
Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The tour includes a 20 minute documentary.
Aloha Tower Marketplace -
Free
101 Ala Moana Blvd., at Piers
8, 9, and 10
808-528-5700
This double-decker mall adjacent
to Honolulu Harbor has shops, indoor and outdoor restaurants, and live
entertainment. The observation deck offers an incredible view of the harbor
and all of it's maritime activity. You can often see ships of all sizes,
from giant cruise and container ships, to modest tugs and barges, maneuvering
through the harbor, day and night.
Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice St.
808-848-4129
Founded in 1889, the museum
began with royal possessions, but it is now world famous for its displays
of the best of Hawaii and Polynesia. There is also a planetarium in the
museum. Educational and entertaining, if you want to learn more about Hawaii
and the Pacific Islanders, be sure to visit the Bishop Museum. There is
something for visitors of every age.
Chinatown - Free
King St., between Smith and
River St..
This historic neighborhood has
everything from art galleries to Chinese and Thai restaurants. An open
air market completes the scene, making this one of the best Chinatowns
in the country.
Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaole Hwy.
808-396-4229
This overlook is one of the
most beautiful spots in Hawaii, and the view covers the whole bay. Visitors
can simply stop for the wonderful view, or they can go down to the bay
to dive or snorkel with the abundance of tropical fish.
Hawaii Maritime Center
Pier 7, Ala Moana Blvd.
808-536-6373
Located next to Aloha Tower,
in Honolulu Harbor, this center focus on Hawaii's whaling days, the history
of Honolulu Harbor, the Clipper seaplane, and surfing and wind-surfing
in Hawaii. A century old ship "The Falls of Clyde", serves as part of the
working museum.
Iolani Palace
King and Richards Sts.
808-522-0832
Built in 1882, "America's only
royal residence" has been beautifully restored. Guided tours reveal everything
from throne rooms to meeting halls.
Kodak Hula Show - Free
2805 Monsarrat Ave.
808-627-3379
This free one hour presentation
is one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. Dancing, music and all
sorts of traditional entertainment create a wonderful show.
Polynesian Cultural Center
55-370 Kamehameha Hwy., Laie
808-293-3333
Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Fiji,
the Marquesas, New Zealand and Tonga are all represented in this wonderful
center. Shows, demonstrations, IMAX films, shopping and handicrafts complete
the experience. This is a great place for families to go, especially for
the two hour nightly show.
Sea Life Park
Kalanianaole Hwy., Waimanalo
808-259-7933
This marine park has everything
from dolphins to whales to penguins. A 300,000 gallon Hawaiian reef tank
is one of the highlights, as is The Pacific Whaling Museum. The location
itself is spectacular!
U.S. Army Museum
Ft. DeRussy, Bldg. 32, Kalia
Rd.
808-438-2821
This museum at Ft. DeRussy includes
a great collection of war materials, with a big focus on World War II.
The exhibits also include Hawaiian weapons.
Waikiki Aquarium
2777 Kalakaua Ave.
808-923-9741
More than 300 different types
of Pacific and Hawaiian marine life are on display here, including a giant
clam. Many exhibits and movies complement the interesting creatures.
Waimea Valley
59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa
808-638-8511
Located on Oahu's scenic North
Shore, this 1,800 acre attraction features a look at early Hawaiian life
in the midst of an impressive garden that has more than 2,500 species of
plants. Visitors can watch amazing cliff dives and participate in less
dangerous Hawaiian games.
