Waikiki Beach: A famous beach with white sand and blue water

Lanikai Beach: Also known as Kaʻōhao Beach, this beach is known for its views of the Mokulua Islands, and is a popular spot for windsurfing and kitesurfing

Ala Moana Beach: A safe beach with a natural reef and an artificial peninsula that keeps waves and currents at bay

Mākaha Beach: A top spot for surfing on Oahu's west coast, where big wave surfing was pioneered

Keawaʻula Beach (Yokohama Beach): A curvy beach with turquoise waters that's good for sunbathing and watching surfers and dolphins

Depot Beach Park: A local favorite with a long stretch of white sand

Kō Olina Resort and Marina: A family-friendly beach with man-made lagoons, parking, restrooms, and showers

Three Tables: A beach with a trio of coral reef formations that's close to Shark's Cove

Kyowa Beach: A beach with brilliant blue water that's good for swimming and has some shade from nearby trees

Kailua Beach Park: A beach with turquoise water, great vistas, and an idyllic setting

Shark's Cove: A popular snorkeling and scuba diving destination on Oahu's North Shore, Hawaii

Ehukai Beach Park (Banzai Pipeline): One of the most famous surf spots on the North Shore, this beach is also known as the “Banzai Pipeline” for its barreling waves