Lei Greetings
- Start your Oahu vacation off with Aloha! Arrange a traditional flower lei greeting for your arrival at the Honolulu airport.
Your friendly island greeter will welcome you with a warm "aloha" and offer you assistance to baggage claim or directions to your connecting inter-island flight.
The perfect beginning to your Hawaiian vacation is just a click away.
The Contemporary Museum
- Here you'll find galleries exhibiting the work of leading
contemporary artists, an eclectic gift shop, and a cafe that's one of the
best-kept secrets in town, all on a peaceful 3-1/2 acre garden setting in
Makiki Heights, Honolulu.
Chinatown
Hawaii - Chinatown is Hawaii's most exciting and
mysterious neighborhood. The historic district is located in downtown
Honolulu, and has long been a popular gathering place for kamaaina and
visitors. As a gateway to Hawaii for many immigrants, Chinatown is a
colorful and eclectic blend of Southeast Asian cultures.
Senator
Fong's Plantation & Gardens - Senator Fong's
Plantation & Gardens in Oahu, Hawaii, is a 725 acre Garden owned by
former US Senator Hiram Fong, offering narrated tram tours through five
scenic valleys and plateaus with palms, fruit and nut trees, ferns, and
fragrant flowers.
Japanese
Cultural Center of Hawaii - The mission of the Japanese
Cultural Center is to preserve and promote the Japanese culture in Hawaii
to present and future generations and create a unified bridge of
understanding and respect among cultures. The Center offers a variety of
interesting programs, classes, workshops, and festivals.
USS
Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park - Dive in and
submerge yourself in the intriguing history of USS Bowfin (SS-287), one of
only 15 U.S. WWII submarines still in existence today. Find out why she is
nicknamed the 'Pearl Harbor Avenger,' and learn more about the exciting
adventures of her crew.
Honolulu
Zoo - Over 750,000 people visit the Honolulu Zoo
annually. It is the largest zoo within a radius of 2,300 miles and unique
in that it is the only zoo in the United States originating from a King's
grant of royal lands to the people.
Hawaii
Maritime Center - Enjoy the excitement of the Honolulu
waterfront and harbor at Pier 7. You'll get a close-up view of Aloha Tower
plus a chance to experience Hawaii's largest maritime attraction. Visitors
can enjoy the King Kalakaua boathouse museum, see the Famous Hokule`a, a
famous Polynesian sailing canoe and other exciting exhibits.
Fostern
Botanical Garden - Foster Botanical Garden is home to a
collection of rare and beautiful plants from the tropical regions of the
world. Some are rare or endangered in their native habitat.
Waikiki
Aquarium - The Waikiki Aquarium, founded in 1904, is
the third oldest public aquarium in the United States. Over 2,300
organisms in exhibits represent more than 326 species of aquatic animals
and plants.
IMAX
Theatre Waikiki - At first you’re on the edge of your
seat then you feel like part of the picture. Start with a giant screen
over 5 1/2 stories tall. Next, experience 12,000 watts of wraparound
digital sound. And finally, seat yourself in a specially designed theatre
with stadium-style seating for a totally unobstructed view.
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Hawaiian Waters
Adventure Park - Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park is
25-acres of safe, clean family fun and excitement. Located 30 minutes west
of Waikiki. It's Hawaii's only waterpark.
Bishop
Museum - Hawaii's best displays on Hawaiian history and
natural history, and the world’s finest collection of arts of the Pacific.
Dole
Plantation - Dole Plantation is the home of the Pineapple
Garden Maze, the World’s Largest Maze according to The Guinness Book of
World Records 1998. Learn everything you wanted to know about pineapple as
you see displays about the history of the pineapple, Jim Dole’s
contributions to the pineapple industry and video presentation of pineapple
processing.
Polynesian
Cultural Center - Visit Hawaii's favorite visitor
attraction. Visitors can enjoy 7 Pacific island villages on 42 tropical
acres, Hawaii's most authentic luau, Horizons,"" the island's
largest evening show, Hawaii's only canoe pageant ,A Polynesian art and
handicrafts marketplace, and an IMAX theater.
Sea
Life Park - Located just 15 miles from Waikiki on Oahu's
beautiful and scenic Makapuu Point, Sea Life Park is a world-class marine
attraction perched between the majestic Koolau Mountain Range and
breathtaking Makapuu Beach. See dolphins dance, sea lions sing, and penguins
perform in this magical place by the sea.
Iolani
Palace State Monument - `Iolani Palace was the official
residence of King Kalakaua and his Queen, Kapi`olani, from 1882 until the
King's death in 1891. The Palace also served as official residence for
Kalakaua's sister and successor, Queen Lili`uokalani, until the Hawaiian
monarchy was overthrown in 1893. This National Historic Landmark is the only
state residence of royalty in the United States. Corner of South King Street and Richards Street, downtown Honolulu. (808) 522-0832.
Honolulu
Academy of Arts - Developed from founder Anna Rice
Cooke's initial gift of approximately 4,500 works of art, the Academy's
collection now totals over 34,000 pieces and is internationally recognized
for its quality and diversity. The Academy is Hawaii's only general art
museum, and its holdings, almost equally divided between Western and Asian
art, are encyclopedic in nature and scope.
USS
Missouri Memorial - The Battleship Missouri Memorial
provides an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in military and
Pacific history. The ship will come alive through state-of-the art displays
and face to face encounters with former crew members.
Hawaii
Opera Theatre - Hawaii Opera Theatre produces grand
operas which feature international conductors, directors, and singers.
Hawaii
Theatre - Proclaimed as the 'Pride of the Pacific,' the
beautiful Hawaii Theatre opened its doors in 1922 in downtown Honolulu.
Built by Consolidated Amusement Company as a showplace for vaudeville,
plays, musicals and silent films. In May 1996, the Theatre reopened it doors
as a multi-purpose state-of-the art performance center.
The
Hawaiian Railway - Train rides down Hawaii's historical
railroad tracks are available year round.
Paradise
Cove - Step back in time and into history at a genuine
Hawaiian luau. Paradise Cove is the home to 12 lush beachfront acres, which
becomes the perfect setting for the best luau in Hawaii.
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