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What to do in Oahu
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Waikiki Beach
Bring your shorts or bikini and your shades along and surf, swim or just relax under a shady palm tree, while you let the Aloha spirit wash over you.
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Pearl Harbor
Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Diamond Head
Dominating the Honolulu skyline, Diamond Head is an extinct volcano that just begs to be climbed.
Turtle Bay Beach
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Turtle Bay Beach, a popular beach in Kawela Bay.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
International Market Place
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to International Market Place, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Honolulu Zoo
With over 160 species of tropical bird, the original avian residents of Honolulu Zoo remain the star attraction of what was once the king’s private bird collection.
Areas of Oahu
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach Walk and Waikiki Beach are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Western Honolulu
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Navy Exchange Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.
Manoa
You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Manoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Manoa Valley Theatre or Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
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- Waikiki Beach
- Waikiki Beach Walk
- Pearl Harbor
- Turtle Bay Beach
- Honolulu Zoo
- Hawaii Convention Center
- Polynesian Cultural Center
- Lanikai Beach
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Banzai Pipeline
- Ala Moana Beach Park
- Waimanalo Beach
- Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park
- Aloha Tower Marketplace
- Kualoa Beach Park
- Kuhio Beach Park
- Aloha Tower
- Iolani Palace
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