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First Time in Honolulu: What to See & Do

Waikiki sunrises, Diamond Head climbs, plate-lunch trucks, snorkel mornings at Hanauma Bay. The essential first-timer's hit list for Honolulu — the tours, tickets and experiences worth your limited days, all bookable in one place.

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1h to 1h 50m

Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu

Explore Waikiki and Honolulu with a choice of hop-on hop-off tours that feature the historic sites, scenic natural beauty and world-class shops and restaurants in and around the...

  • Top-rated · 4.7★
  • Bestseller
From $22 a person
6h to 8h

Pearl Harbor, National Memorial Cemetery and Honolulu City Tour

Enjoy the absolute best of Pearl Harbor and Honolulu on this combo tour experience.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $60 a person
Arizona Sky View
4h

Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Tour from Waikiki

Turn back time as we explore WWII history at Pearl Harbor and relive the infamous Sunday morning of December 7, 1941.

  • Bestseller
  • Free cancellation
From $55 a person
Diamond Head lookout!
7h to 8h

Scenic Full Day Circle Island Tour-Snorkeling/Breakfast/Byodo-in

Experience Oahu with a Native Hawaiian guide on a small-group Circle Island adventure limited to just 13 guests.

  • 5.0★ · 90 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $100 a person
USS Missouri
6h to 7h

Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial & Battleship Missouri

Visit USS Arizona and Battleship Missouri, as they represent both the beginning and the end of World War II.

  • 4.6★ · 2671 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $149 a person
4h

Oahu: Mauka Warriors Luau Honoring Polynesia's Forgotten History

Step into the vibrant heart of Hawai‘i and experience a luau like no other—where culture, history, and celebration come alive under the island sky.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $146 a person
Tripadvisor #1 for Nightlife in Honolulu. Comedy and Magic!
2h

Oahu: The Magical Mystery Show! at Hilton Waikiki Beach Hotel

Step back in Hawaii's history to 1881 when King Kalakaua visited London.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $99 a person
2h

Waikiki: 2-Hour Whale Watching with Guaranteed Sightings on Oahu

Humpback whales visit Hawaii each year and give birth in our warm tropical waters, it's a once in a lifetime experience that you will never forget to see this amazing creature.

  • 4.6★ · 1335 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $53 a person
30 min

Honolulu Airport, Cruise Port and Hotel Private Transfer(up to 6)

-Get to your destination quickly and safely, no waiting in line for a taxi, no figuring out public transport.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $60 a person
9h

Oahu Ultimate Circle Island Tour Full Day Experience

Come and join us for a full-day, action-packed tour around Oahu, and be amazed by its finest offerings.

  • 4.5★ · 842 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $84 a person
4h 45m

Luxury Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Small Group Tour

Arrive to Pearl Harbor in comfort and let us handle all the hassle and frustration.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $59 a person
8h to 10h

Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Center from Waikiki

We start the day by picking you up for on an unforgettable day at three of Oahu’s most popular attractions: Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Cultural Center.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $200 a person
WAIMEA BAY
8h to 10h

Oahu: Grand Tour Around Island with Snorkeling

Come join on a circle island adventure led by some of Hawaii’s most knowledgeable local guides and experience breathtaking lookouts to capture mind-blowing shots that will last a...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Bestseller
From $109 a person
This isn't your average sightseeing tour! One of our 16 Stops is to Snorkel on the North Shore with Sea Turtles in their natural habitat. Come check it out!
10h to 12h

Oahu Circle Island Snorkeling Tour: Dole, Pali Lookout & More

Looking for the BEST VALUE & MOST COMPLETE Circle Island Snorkeling Tour?

  • 4.6★ · 5922 reviews
  • Bestseller
From $118 a person
4h to 10h

Roundtrip Shuttle from Waikiki-Pearl Harbor National Memorial

This is a round-trip shuttle with a flat rate between Waikiki and Pearl Harbor.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $20 a person
Hanauma Bay
6h

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling from Waikiki

Experience Hanauma Bay the easiest way with Waikiki’s most reliable Hanauma Bay shuttle.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $56 a person
3h

Diamond Head Hiking Tour with Ticket and Reservation Inclusion

Start your day by waking up early and hiking up our famous national landmark called Diamond Head.

  • 4.7★ · 157 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $50 a person
48h to 168h

Go City: Oahu All-Inclusive Pass with over 40 Things To Do

Make the most of your time on Oahu and enjoy admission to over 45 top attractions, tours, shows and activities, all on one easy-to-use digital pass.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $219 a person
The locals
2h

Waikiki: Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure on Oahu

Enjoy an exclusive snorkeling adventure in Waikiki with small group sizes for a comfortable and VIP experience.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $85 a person
4h

Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour with Transportation

Round Trip Transportation from Waikiki/Kahala area ONLY Guaranteed Entry - No Reservation required ** HANAUMA $25 ENTRY FEE IS NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR COST** 6:30 Tour (Pick up...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Half-day
From $115 a person
5h

Pearl Harbor Tribute: Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour

This is an executive class Pearl Harbor Tour, which has been double discounted.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $45 a person
Scuba Diving for Beginners!
1h 30m

Voted Honolulu's #1 Beginner Scuba Diving + Free Videos Tour

Try scuba diving in Honolulu with this easy, beginner-friendly ocean adventure at Magic Island, Ala Moana Beach Park.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Bestseller
From $78 a person
3h

Oahu: Ka Moana Lūʻau at Aloha Tower – Oceanfront Luau Show

Ka Moana Lūʻau – Oceanfront Hawaiian Luau in Honolulu Experience the spirit of Hawaiʻi at Ka Moana Lūʻau, a top-rated Honolulu luau set at historic Aloha Tower on Oʻahu’s...

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $135 a person
Brace yourself for a chilling journey through the eerie history of our haunted sites.
1h

Honolulu Haunts and Hauntings Ghost Tour

Experience a thrilling journey through the haunted streets of Honolulu with our top-rated walking ghost tour, the most acclaimed in the area.

  • Free cancellation
  • Short pick · ≤2h
From $26 a person