How to Make a Reservation for the USS Arizona Memorial

Reservations for the USS Arizona Memorial Program are free and can only be made online through Recreation.gov. The first-come, first-served ticket distribution program has been discontinued. Limited standby seating may be available, but it cannot be guaranteed, especially during peak visitation times (Spring Break, Summer, Thanksgiving, and Winter Break).

Dole Plantation provides enjoyable activities for the entire family, including the Pineapple Express Train Tour, the Plantation Garden Tour, and the Pineapple Garden Maze. Also popular are informational displays and presentations, as well as our plantation country store offering a wide variety of Dole Plantation gifts, local favorites, foods and refreshments including the world-famous Dole Soft Serve! And, before you leave you can purchase fresh pineapple to take home.

The Byodo-In Temple, located at the foot of the Ko’olau Mountains in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park, welcomes people of all faiths to worship, meditate or simply appreciate its beauty and history as a non-practicing Buddhist temple. Built in 1963, the Byodo-In Temple is a Hawaii state landmark and one of the states’s best kept secrets.

O’ahu’s Byodo-In Temple represents a smaller scale replica of the almost 1,000-year old Byodo-In Temple in Uji, Japan, which is a United Nations World Heritage Site.

Hanauma Bay is Closed Mondays & Tuesdays

Do I need to make a reservations??

If you have your own transportation and plan to get to the park on your own 48-Hour advanced reservations Start at 7am daily and are REQUIRED to enter

Visit the Honolulu Parks & Recreation website for ticket reservations

Polynesian Cultural Center brings to life the spirit of Polynesia through its villages, luau, and evening show.

The Diamond Head Trail is Hawaiʻi’s most popular hike!

Distance (Roundtrip): 1.8 miles / 2.9 km

Elevation Gain: ~500 ft. / 152 m

Visitors/ Non-Hawaiʻi Residents - All non-residents wishing to park within the Diamond Head Crater must have an advanced reservation.

Book Here: Diamond Head Parking Reservations

Oahu's Best Tours & Activities: UTV Raptor Tour, Jurassic Adventure Tour, Movie Sites & Ranch Tour, and more

Kualoa is a 4,000-acre private nature reserve and working cattle ranch, as well as a popular visitor attraction and filming location on the windward coast of Oʻahu.

Waimea Valley’s botanical garden includes 52 themed gardens and is the home to over 5000 documented types of tropical and subtropical plants including native Hawaiian plants and globally endangered species.

Waterfall Status

Swimming at Waimea falls is dependent on daily waterfall conditions. Lifeguards make the swim call for the day at 9am.

Call (808) 638-7766 for swimming status.

*Hours are subject to change.

About the walk

The trail to Waimea Falls is about 3/4 of a mile and takes approximately 30 minutes. It is paved the entire way, with gentle hills. There are several gravel paths off the main corridor, for more adventurous walkers to explore all our botanical garden collections.

A quaint historic town on Oahu's North Shore, where you'll find a variety of local boutiques, gift shops, surf shops, art galleries, and more.

CLIMB Works Keana Farms is a 2.5-hour guided zipline tour that includes Oahu’s longest ziplines ranging from 500 feet to nearly half a mile long. Participants explore a working agricultural farm on 8 world-class dual lines, 2 rappels, 3 sky bridges, a floating staircase, a fun UTV adventure to the ridgetop and other unique surprises. Along the
way you’ll learn about Hawaii’s rich history and culture while taking in constant
panoramic ocean and mountain views of Oahu’s famous North Shore.

Embark on an unforgettable journey with us at Hawaii Shark Encounters, just 3 miles off Oahu’s fabled North Shore. Our Hawaii shark tours offer a unique opportunity to witness various shark species in their natural ocean habitat. Our cage, equipped with Plexiglass windows, provides a safe and crystal-clear viewing experience of Oahu’s sharks.

Explore Diamond Head on this fun-filled sailing adventure! Set sail on the high seas and enjoy complimentary beverages of all kinds, great views of Waikiki, and maybe a splash or two!

ʻIolani Palace is a living restoration of a proud Hawaiian national identity and is recognized as the spiritual and physical multicultural epicenter of Hawaiʻi. Built in 1882 by King Kalākaua, ʻIolani Palace was the home of Hawaiʻi’s last reigning monarchs and served as the official royal residence and the residence of the Kingdom’s political and social life until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893.

Registered as a National Historic Landmark since 1962 and the only official royal residence in the United States, the Palace is one of the most recognizable buildings in Hawaiʻi. Meticulously restored to its former grandeur, ʻIolani Palace tells of a time when their Majesties, King Kalākaua and his sister and successor, Queen Liliʻuokalani walked the grand halls.

O’ahu Tours and Rentals on the North Shore of Hawaii

Fully set up with a large selection of quality SUPs, Kayaks, and surfboards available in a beautiful location with a private, safe launch, ideal for beginners and experts alike. Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 7 days a week.

The only Kayak shop walking distance to Kailua Beach!

Specialize in:

Kayak Rentals in Kailua Bay, Lanikai Beach, & Mokolii (Chinaman’s Hat)

Guided Kayak Tours to Flat Island and the Mokulua Islands

Snorkel Rentals, Stand Up Paddle (SUP) Rentals, SUP Lessons, Bike Rentals, Boogie Boarding, Surfboards, Beach Chair and umbrella Rentals

Oahu Dolphin Tour and Turtle Snorkeling tour

Though you may be able to spot dolphins from land on a clear day, or you might get lucky and see some while snorkeling at a public beach, a boat cruise is without a doubt the best way to get the true dolphin experience in Hawaii. Here’s why: From land, it’s not possible to get as close to dolphins as you would on a boat. Spinner dolphins enjoy ‘surfing’ along the waves created by a boat, so it’s very common to see dolphins cruise right next to a boat.

Aloha and Welcome to Sea Life Park

Enjoy exciting experiences, unique exhibits, extraordinary animal encounters, and more at Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi. As Oʻahu’s premier educational and interactive marine attraction, Sea Life Park offers countless opportunities to explore the wonders of Hawaiʻi’s marine life. Create special memories and photos to last a lifetime during an exclusive Animal Encounter, where you not only get to observe but truly connect with your favorite ocean animals.