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Kaka'ako Waterfront Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Kaka'ako Waterfront Park, a lovely green space in Honolulu. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
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Ala Moana Center

4.5/5(2,658 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets, or seek out its surfing spots.

Ala Moana Center
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Diamond Head

4.5/5(3,266 reviews)

Make the short climb to the rim of this extinct volcanic crater for spectacular views of Honolulu, the Pacific Ocean and the rugged ranges of Oahu’s interior.

Diamond Head
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Kailua Beach

4.5/5(2,306 reviews)

With just-right waves and refreshing breezes, this is one of the best beaches on O’ahu to learn how to windsurf or kitesurf.

Kailua Beach
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Royal Hawaiian Center

4.5/5(1,269 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favorite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Royal Hawaiian Center
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Honolulu Zoo

4/5(885 reviews)

What began as the exotic bird collection of the island’s king is now a park with over 1,200 animals, including several rare and endangered species.

Honolulu Zoo

Top things to do in Kaka'ako

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Waikiki - Guaranteed Turtles Snorkel Sail

￥14,794
Per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Waikiki - Guaranteed Turtles Snorkel Sail
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Waikiki Coast Whale-Watching Cruise

￥8,171
Per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Waikiki Coast Whale-Watching Cruise
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Scuba Dive - Two Shallows (CERTIFIED DIVERS)

￥18,066
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scuba Dive - Two Shallows (CERTIFIED DIVERS)
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Discovery Scuba Dive – Intro Divers (NO EXPERIENCE)

￥18,061
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Discovery Scuba Dive – Intro Divers (NO EXPERIENCE)
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Diamond Head Sail And Snorkel Adventure

￥7,948
Per adult
Diamond Head Sail And Snorkel Adventure
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Deep Sea Half Day Exclusive Fishing Charter

￥102,785
Per adult
Deep Sea Half Day Exclusive Fishing Charter
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Top Hotels in Kaka'ako

Delightful High Floor Condo With Ocean & Mountains Preferred View!
Delightful High Floor Condo With Ocean & Mountains Preferred View!
Honolulu, HI
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Located in Kaka'ako, this condo building is steps from Hawaii Opera Theater and Neal S. Blaisdell Center. Ala Moana Beach Park and Iolani Palace are also within ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)
Absolutely gorgeous and breath taking views!!!!

"Absolutely gorgeous and breath taking views!!!! This condo is centrally located to beaches, mountains, restaurants, and shopping! The unit is a corner unit which affords you the ability to see the Diamond head and city view from one side and the ocean view from the other side! The manager we worked ..."…"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2019

Delightful High Floor Condo With Ocean & Mountains Preferred View!
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
4 out of 5
2005 Kalia Rd, Honolulu, HI
The price is ￥21,601 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19

Located in Waikiki, this beachfront resort is in the entertainment district and within 1 mi (2 km) of Royal Hawaiian Center and Waikiki Beach. Honolulu Zoo and ...…

4/5Very Good! (6,134 reviews)

"This hotel has a beautiful view and everything you need within walking distance. It is definitely a family resort where kids will have a blast. My only complain would be that the hallways in the hotel where bot being vacuumed so they did get dirty quick and I did not see staff cleaning high touch ..."…"

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2021

Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
The Modern Honolulu by Diamond Resorts
The Modern Honolulu by Diamond Resorts
4.5 out of 5
1775 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI
The price is ￥24,563 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2

Located in Waikiki, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Duke Kahanamoku Beach and Ala Moana Center. Royal Hawaiian Center and Waikiki Beach are also ...…

4/5Very Good! (1,749 reviews)

"No free parking at all, 25$ daily parking rate was kind of steep"…"

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2021

The Modern Honolulu by Diamond Resorts
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
3.5 out of 5
175 Paoakalani Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ￥13,540 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19

Located in Waikiki, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Diamond Head.…

4.2/5Very Good! (1,954 reviews)

"This was a perfect location, the bathrooms need updating but otherwise an awesome hotel!"…"

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2021

Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
5 out of 5
2490 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥27,011 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20

Offering direct access to the beach, this Waikiki resort is in the entertainment district, steps from Kuhio Beach Park and Duke Kahanamoku Statue. International ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (2,556 reviews)

"Everything was nice clean and comfortable. I would definitely stay again."…"

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2021

'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort
Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort
4 out of 5
2335 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI
The price is ￥27,105 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19

Located in Waikiki, this beachfront resort is on the boardwalk, just steps from Royal-Moana Beach, International Market Place, and Waikiki Beach. Royal Hawaiian ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (2,096 reviews)

"Beachfront, direct beach access, and with a pool. Great location in Waikiki. Club room upgrade is worth it. Also great WiFi. Do not recommend eating at Duke’s, but Hula Grille onsite is great and other nearby places are excellent off the beach."…"

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2021

Outrigger Waikiki Beach Resort
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Downtown Honolulu featuring modern architecture

Downtown Honolulu

3.5/5Good!(43 area reviews)

Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Iolani Palace while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Honolulu
Ala Moana Beach Park showing surfing, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Ala Moana

4/5Very Good!(233 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Ala Moana Beach Park are top sights worth seeing.

Ala Moana
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Makiki

If you're spending some time in Makiki, Honolulu Museum of Art and Doris Duke Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Makiki
McCully - Moiliili, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States of America

McCully - Moiliili

If you're spending some time in McCully - Moiliili, Old Stadium Park and Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i are top sights worth seeing.

McCully - Moiliili
Waikiki which includes a beach, a coastal town and tropical scenes

Waikiki

4.5/5Wonderful!(10,927 area reviews)

Royal Hawaiian Center and International Market Place are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travelers also love the stunning beaches, island views, and popular shops.

Waikiki
Bishop Museum which includes interior views

Kalihi - Palama

If you're spending some time in Kalihi - Palama, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Kalihi - Palama

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