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USS Arizona Memorial
Ollie #1 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 897 reviews

THE ARIZONA MEMORIAL  The tour is solemn and serious, since it is literally a trip to a graveyard.  If you are looking for an exciting adventure, this tour is not for you.  The... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Monuments/ Statues; Tours
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
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USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
Ollie #2 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 141 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centers; Specialty Museums
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
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Pearl Harbor
Ollie #3 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 676 reviews
Where the Japanese military attacked on December 7, 1941.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Military Bases/ Facilities; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Distance  8.0 miles from city center
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National Cemetery of the Pacific
Ollie #4 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 117 reviews
Situated in a crater, The Punchbowl, National Military Cemetery of the Pacific overlooks the city of Honolulu.
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
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Diamond Head
Ollie #5 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 1,101 reviews

A major tourist attraction on Oahu, the 350-acre Diamond Head crater can be seen even from the flight into Honolulu airport.   Its vantage point offers some incredible panoramas... more »

Attraction type  Volcanos; Hiking Trails; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Geologic Formations; Parks; Trails
Distance  4.7 miles from city center
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Diamond Head State Monument
Ollie #6 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 184 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Volcanos; Hiking Trails
Distance  4.7 miles from city center
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Lyon Arboretum
Ollie #7 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Part of the University of Hawaii, the Lyon Arboretum offers 194 acres and a research facility.
Attraction type  Gardens; Educational Sites
Distance  4.1 miles from city center
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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Ollie #8 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 1,065 reviews

The snorkeling is spectacular: live coral, many brilliant tropical fish and sea turtles to be experienced up close.  This venue is perfect for amateur and experienced snorkelers... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Bodies of Water; Nature/ Wildlife Areas; State Parks; Parks
Distance  10.7 miles from city center
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USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
Ollie #9 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 111 reviews
Attraction type  Museums; Military Museums
Distance  6.6 miles from city center
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Iolani Palace
Ollie #10 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 204 reviews

The Iolani Palace is one of the most impressive structures in Honolulu and holds much of the state's history in its walls.  The Palace was the official residence of King Kalakaua... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites; Specialty Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.1 miles from city center
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Koko Head Crater Trail Hike
Ollie #11 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 60 reviews

Koko Crater is on the east side of Oahu in the Hawaii Kai neighborhood.  The hike takes your from the Koko Head District Park at the bottom of Koko Crater to it's summit.  The... more »

Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  10.9 miles from city center
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Bishop Museum
Ollie #12 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4 of 5 stars 140 reviews

            Bishop Museum is the largest museum in the state of Hawaii and the premier natural and cultural history institution in the Pacific, recognized throughout the world for... more »

Attraction type  History Museums; Museums; Specialty Museums; Gardens
Distance  2.0 miles from city center
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US Army Museum of Hawaii
Ollie #13 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 80 reviews
Owner description: The US Army Museum of Hawaii is housed in Coastal Artillery Battery built in 1911. The Museum tells of the people and machines which shaped that...... more » Owner description: The US Army Museum of Hawaii is housed in Coastal Artillery Battery built in 1911. The Museum tells of the people and machines which shaped that heritage, warriors who built a kingdom, soldiers who defended an island, and citizens who served their country and sacrificed to keep it free. Our museum is the story of these people and their dedication to the United States.The Museum is open from 9am - 5 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Audio tours are available for rent in both English and Japanese for a small fee. « less
Attraction type  Museums; History Museums; Military Museums
Distance  2.3 miles from city center
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Shangri La
Ollie #14 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Doris Duke's home, built in 1930, is an architecturally significant home which includes a collection of Islamic artwork.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Art Museums; Art Galleries
Distance  5.3 miles from city center
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Ala Moana Beach Park
Ollie #15 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 235 reviews

  It has a Beautiful  jogging trail, super beach for kids, calm warm water. The park has showers, bathrooms and changing rooms. Great place to go for an afternoon swim and then... more »

Attraction type  Beaches; Parks; Jogging Paths/ Tracks
Distance  1.0 miles from city center
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Fort DeRussy
Ollie #16 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Beaches
Distance  2.5 miles from city center
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Puu Ualakaa State Park
Ollie #17 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4.5 of 5 stars 107 reviews
Attraction type  State Parks; Lookouts
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
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Waikiki Beach
Ollie #18 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4 of 5 stars 877 reviews
Oahu's most popular beach.
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  2.7 miles from city center
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Manoa Falls
Ollie #19 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4 of 5 stars 254 reviews
About a 1 hour hike to reach this 100 feet waterfall, but worth the trip.
Attraction type  Waterfalls; Hiking Trails
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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Kapiolani Park
Ollie #20 of 163 attractions in Honolulu
4 of 5 stars 80 reviews
A pretty park in Honolulu where many events and performances take place.
Attraction type  Parks; Beaches
Distance  4.0 miles from city center
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