The palace is beautifully preserved. The audio recording let's you move at your own pace - spending as much time as you desire - at each station. The narration is very interesting! You get a feel for the time and the people from listening. The staff of the palace are very friendly and helpful! You must be able to walk... More 

Easy to get to by bus. Audio guides informative with extra info if wanted. Norman, room guide, was lovely and very passionate of the history of the palace and Hawaii.

It was full of history. Learned so many historical facts. The Palace was grand. A most visit if in Hawaii.

Iolani Palace is a beautiful place, with fascinating history of the Hawaiian royalty. The guided tours are led by very knowledgeable docents who show an obvious passion for the palace and artifacts. Bonus: if you go on Fridays, like we did, the Royal Hawaiian band gives a concert on the palace lawn, complete with history background of the songs, singers... More 

Travelers who come to Honolulu just for the sun and sand are missing a real treasure. Iolani Palace is a fascinating place and offers a glimpse into the life of Hawaiian royalty during the relatively short history of the Kingdom of Hawaii. The rooms are well-maintained and the docents who lead the tours are very knowledgeable and passionate about their... More 

Iolani Palace in downtown Honolulu represents a a piece of Hawaii's royal history and culture. Our guide was informative and gracious as she led us through rooms filled with original pieces and told us about the royal family and events and history that took place there. The Palace is located next to the state capital building with its statue of... More 

Very nice. Good overview of Hawaiian history. I could see going back several times, each with a different docent, because each points out something different and provides a slightly different point of view

The most interesting thing about the palace is the history that surrounds it, including the imprisonment of Hawaii's last queen, as well as the fact that this is the only palace in the whole of the US. As far as palace's go, it's quite small and almost modest inside, but the Hawaiian's are very proud that it had electricity before... More 

Nicely presented royal palace, the only one in the US. The history of the Hawaiian people and the overthrow of the monarchy is laid out via your audio guide as you progress through each room. Ask the guides for additional information if required.