Things to Do in Oahu in 2025

Tantalus showing landscape views, a sunset and a city

Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalus featuring a sunset, wildflowers and a city

Oahu Island which includes a beach and tropical scenes as well as a large group of people

Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead showing forest scenes, rainforest and landscape views

Honolulu which includes tropical scenes, a high rise building and a city

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Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona & City Tour with Battleship Missouri Option

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Sunset Dinner Cruise with Polynesian Show

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Waimea Waterfall Hike & Swim w/Dole Plantation (Breakfast/Lunch included)

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Stunning Views of Oahu! Half-Day to North shore on a Scenic Tour

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Waikiki Luau Buffet with Optional Rock-A-Hula Show

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What to do in Oahu

Discover the most popular places to visit in Oahu

Waikiki Beach

Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.

Pearl Harbor

Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.

Very nice place to watch #sunset. This beach is perfectly situated in town with lots of things to do in the areas. From running to picnicking you name.

Ala Moana Center

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.

Aloha Tower which includes skyline and a city

Honolulu Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Turtle Bay Beach

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Turtle Bay Beach, a popular beach in Kawela Bay.

Royal Hawaiian Center

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

International Market Place

You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to International Market Place, a favorite shopping spot in Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Honolulu Zoo

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.

Polynesian Cultural Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polynesian Cultural Center during your travels in Laie. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Oahu

Waikiki

4.5/5(10,927 area reviews)

Famous for Waikiki Beach, this district boasts six beaches and a skyline filled with high-rises and resort hotels. Surfing enthusiasts can enjoy the ideal surf break, while Kalākaua Avenue offers luxury shopping and Kūhiō Avenue features diverse dining and nightlife options.

Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

4.5/5(79 area reviews)

While visiting Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo.

Ala Moana

4/5(233 area reviews)

Situated along Oʻahu's southern shores, this district boasts a vast stretch of reef-protected white sandy beaches and the world's largest open-air shopping center, Ala Moana Center. Enjoy shopping, dining, and relaxing at Ala Moana Beach Park.

Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalus showing landscape views, a sunset and a city

Manoa

4/5(29 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Manoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex or Stan Sheriff Center.

USS Arizona Memorial which includes a memorial

Western Honolulu

3/5(706 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Navy Exchange Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

Kahala

4.5/5(139 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kahala. A stop by Kahala Beach or Kahala Mall might round out your trip.