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Honolulu Attractions
Your guide to the top things to do in Honolulu, United States, from history to nature.
Things to do in Honolulu – top Honolulu must-see attractions
Honolulu is where Pacific island culture, American history, and natural beauty all come together in one place. The city's landmarks range from ancient volcanic craters to solemn WWII memorials and royal palaces. You can hike the rim of Diamond Head, pay respects at the USS Arizona Memorial, or get up close with Hawaiian sea life at the Waikiki Aquarium. Ready to explore? Here are the top places to visit in Honolulu, United States that belong on your itinerary.
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USS Arizona Memorial
Why visit?
- WWII underwater wreckage
- Floating memorial platform
- Pearl Harbor exhibits
Battleship Missouri Memorial
Why visit?
- Battleship Missouri deck
- Surrender ceremony site
- Interactive WWII exhibits
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Why visit?
- Multiple WWII memorials
- Ford Island access
- Outdoor exhibits on-site
Diamond Head State Monument
Why visit?
- Summit crater rim trail
- Panoramic ocean views
- Historic WWII bunkers
Iolani Palace
Why visit?
- Royal throne room
- Hawaiian crown jewels
- Victorian-era architecture
Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum
Why visit?
- Polynesian cultural artifacts
- Native Hawaiian history
- On-site planetarium
Waikiki Aquarium
Why visit?
- Hawaiian reef fish
- Giant clam display
- Monk seal habitat
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Sea Life Park Hawaii
Why visit?
- Dolphin swim encounters
- Live penguin shows
- Sea turtle habitat
Honolulu Zoo
Why visit?
- African savanna habitat
- Keiki Zoo children's area
- 900+ animals on 42 acres
Ala Moana Center
Why visit?
- 300+ stores, four levels
- Open-air shopping layout
- Dining and entertainment