Things to Do in Oahu

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.

Located on the south shore of Honolulu, this neighborhood is known internationally for its great surfing and beautiful beaches.

Jog or walk the trails, play tennis or relax beneath the shade of an ancient banyan tree in Hawaii’s oldest public park, with a stunning volcanic backdrop.

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.

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.

Enjoy the sun, sea and sand at one of Hawaii’s best swimming and surfing spots, a popular nature escape within easy reach of downtown Honolulu.

Head to the top of one of Hawai’i’s most iconic buildings for remarkable bird’s-eye views of Honolulu on one side and the ocean on the other. 

A visit to this famous Honolulu landmark with a captivating history puts you right in the center of the action, with must-see sights every way you turn. 

More than 400 fish species and green sea turtles live in this marine ecosystem at one of the best snorkeling spots in Hawaii.

Visit historic Pearl Harbor and step aboard an old war ship to see how the brave soldiers lived and served beneath the sea to avenge the Japanese attacks.

From lava flows to a whale skeleton and the regalia of ancient royalty, you’ll find aspects of Hawaii’s unique heritage on display at this gallery with planetarium.

Learn about one of the most tragic days in America’s history, and pay your respects to the sailors who lost their lives, at this Pearl Harbor memorial.

Explore this huge vessel and learn about the Battle of Pearl Harbor on the spot where World War II ended.