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Polynesian Cultural Center

55-370 Kamehameah Hwy., Laie, Oahu, HI 96762
1-800-367-7060
As featured in Honolulu for young kids
Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Laie
4.0 of 5 stars 1193 Reviews
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Type: Tourist/ Visitor Centers
Fee: Yes
Owner description: One of the top Hawaii attractions includes the Polynesian Cultural Center, which features a 42-acre facility on the North Shore of Oahu. Founded in...... more » Owner description: One of the top Hawaii attractions includes the Polynesian Cultural Center, which features a 42-acre facility on the North Shore of Oahu. Founded in 1963, the nonprofit Center was created so that the students of nearby Brigham Young University Hawaii could work their way through college by sharing their island heritage with visitors. The students come from an area that covers approximately 12 million square miles of the Pacific Ocean. « less
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Simi Valley, California
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

We did the Ambassador package with a shuttle service from our hotel. The shuttle service was so convenient and the driver (Henry) gave fun tidbits of history and sightseeing on the way. I was sketchy about being a part of a tour, but cousin Mike guided us to so much fun shows and activities that I feel like had we... More

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dubbo
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

this theme park is run by a loal church to provide work for it's university, So if you have kids around school age this is a an absoult must . woth lots of colour and uni students doing there best to entertain. If youre are looking for an acholic coktail this is not the place for you. the evening show... More

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Nashville, TN
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Polynesian Cultural Center was one of our favorite attractions on Oahu (second only to seeing the USS Arizona). “Ha: Breath of Life” is by far one of the best shows that we've ever seen. The entire complex is a full day event – don’t cut it short. Unless you have small children to consider, plan to experience all that PCC... More

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Elk Ridge, Utah, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

A great way to get a taste of many Polynesian cultures without the expense of traveling to each place. The Samoa, Tahiti, and Aotearoa (New Zealand) shows were my favorite, but I loved all of them. We would have liked to return and spend another day, but just didn't have the time. The "Breath of Life" show was excellent, too! More

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Victoria, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

A great place of culture and entertainment highly recommended, I been to Hawaii close to 10 times and never when to this place until last year. I was impressed and would recommend this to anyone visiting Hawaii. More

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Port of Spain, Trinidad
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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If you ever leave your hotel in Oahu, a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Centre (PCC) is a must. No first visit to the island is complete without it. If it is your first time in Oahu, I recommend taking a tour of the island and the Ambassador Package from the PCC. This way you will be able to travel... More

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Fairmont WV
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

I had purchased tickets in advance online. They were having a special where dining was included with the purchase of admission and the breath of life show. Once there, we decided to do the luau, so we upgraded at a cost of $80. Bad choice. I expected a typical luau with fire and such, the only thing I considered typical... More

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Seattle, WA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012
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Still the best tourist attraction on the islands! Polynesian Cultural Center is a full day excursion, so don't try to do it in a couple of hours. I've gone to PCC many times over the years (since I was a child) and it's good to see that it still does a fantastic job of presenting the cultures of the many... More

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Bayfield, Wisconsin
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

We enjoyed the tour, and shows, wished we had more time. Even though we had a quide and were in the premium area, we missed some things we wanted to see. We will make sure to have more time, the next time we go there. The side tour to the Mormon temple was interesting. Had no idea the Mormons had... More

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Bronx
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Polynesian cultural center is a must! There are a bunch of different villages and performances held at each one 2-3 times a day. We spent the day viewing the performances and did not get a chance to browse the villages much, but had a awesome time. The entertainment staff at each village was great, lots of fun and jokes but... More

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