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THE 10 BEST Honolulu Monuments & Statues
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- peter h2 contributionsWell organised visit. saw the 8.00am raising of the American Flag and the great respect Americans have for their military.Written March 23, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PBPGYorkshire, UK5,630 contributionsStatue of Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, the father of modern surfing, if you get to Waikiki you have to visit the statue!Written November 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PBPGYorkshire, UK5,630 contributionsThe statue stands prominently in front of Aliiolani Hale in Honolulu, Hawaii. The King was the founder of Hawaii. You got to see if you are in the areaWritten November 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RickReynoldsburg, OH7 contributionsThis, combined with the Arizona memorial and Missouri make for a better understanding of that important time. This gives a much more complete picture because it hits at the enormity of the destruction and the enormity of the effort to recover from it.Written February 21, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ITRTVirginia38,444 contributionsThe Mausoleum land is one of three places in Hawaii that are sovereign (the others being the Iolani Palace and Pu’ukohola Heiau. Because of this classification, the Hawaiian flag can officially fly without the American flag. When you walk onto the grounds, a sense of peace and calm envelops you. The mausoleum is the final resting place of Hawaiian royalty including King
King Kamehameha II through King Kamehameha V, and Queen Liliuokalani, the last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom. There are two crypts and a chapel on the grounds. It is about 1.5 miles from downtown Honolulu and worth a trip.Written June 25, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ITRTVirginia38,444 contributionsRemnants of the USS Utah can be seen off Ford Island. It sank and rolled over when it was hit with torpedoes at the beginning of the Pearl Harbor attack. Sixty-two crew members were killed, most of whom were trapped when the shipped rolled over. An attempt to salvage the wreck failed. Of note, the Utah service in the war was about 15 minutes. A memorial to the remains of the Utah is at Pearl Harbor. Although once a battleship, the Utah was not classified as a battleship during the Pearl Harbor attack. The ship’s contribution to the Pacific Fleet that it deflected torpedo hits at other US warships.Written April 2, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Handy S15 contributionsMake sure you don't miss this beautiful statue of Queen Liliuokalani. Loved reading the history on this. She was beautifully adorned with a lot of leis.Written September 18, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- happy4travelNorthern California1,290 contributionsGracious staff, quite unexpectedly seen at the shopping areas. The bronze statue was beautiful. A nice reminder of a wonderful time in place. So unexpected! Please consider to keep this place in good service. Such a magnificent experience not to be missed.Written January 7, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brian MMontrose, UK1,554 contributionsThis is on the pavement just above the beach. It is a beautiful bronze statue. Worth looking out for if you are strolling along the beach area.Written May 19, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA14,809 contributionsGandhi is one of my heroes so I was pleased to find his statue here, although he has little to do with Honolulu. Good art.Written June 19, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Thomas VOakland, CA14,809 contributionsThere is a lovely park along the walk in Waikiki at the military installment and this is a suitable monument to fallen heroes,Written June 18, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LSUTravellerDenham Springs, LA1,761 contributionsAn incredible experience at this memorial. One to be sure to not miss when in town. Great historical visit - and an great opportunity to share it with the next generations.Written March 31, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- NostalgiyeahBothell, WA1,891 contributionsWaikiki Beach has an long esplanade which is always bustling with activity. The path includes a number of statues, and the one of Prince Jonah Kuhio is a prominent one. The Kuhio Beach alongside this statue is named after Prince Kuhio, who was a representative of the Territory of Hawaii in the US Congress. Interestingly, I did see people adorning the statue by placing leis as a mark of respect. It is a good addition to the Waikiki Beach.Written January 6, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WorldTravelers34Chicago, IL2,422 contributionsThe statue made by Native Hawaiian sculptor Sean Browne, stands near the Kalakaua Avenue and is worth a small visit during your stay in Honolulu. This bronze statue is a replica of the original honoring Kamehameha the Great. The original statue now stands at his birthplace in Kapa’au on the island of Hawaii.
About King Kalakaua
Hawaii's King David Kalakaua was born in 1836 and he ruled Hawaii from February 12, 1874 until his death on January 20, 1891. King Kalakaua and his wife Queen Kapiolani traveled extensively and they met personally with the leaders of many different countries during their reign.Written April 8, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - lwjSan Jose, CA6,885 contributionsStanding near the entrance of Kapiolani Park and facing the ocean is a statue of Queen Kapiolani, wife of King David Kalākaua. The exact address is 2686 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu.
Queen Kapiolani established the Kapiolani Maternity Home, now the Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children. In 1885, she also opened up the Kapiolani Home for Girls, which was for healthy children whose parents were suffering from leprosy.
Evidently, she cared a great deal for her people.Written July 23, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Honolulu
- These places are best for monuments & statues in Honolulu:
- USS Arizona Memorial
- King Kamehameha Statue
- Statue of Duke Kahanamoku
- USS Oklahoma Memorial
- USS Utah Memorial
- These are the best places for kid-friendly monuments & statues in Honolulu:
- USS Arizona Memorial
- USS Oklahoma Memorial
- Statue of Duke Kahanamoku
- Makua and Kila statue
- Princess Bernice Pauahi Statue
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- These are the best places for budget-friendly monuments & statues in Honolulu:
- USS Arizona Memorial
- USS Oklahoma Memorial
- Statue of Duke Kahanamoku
- King Kamehameha Statue
- USS Utah Memorial