Honolulu County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular cities in Honolulu County

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Honolulu
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Sea
One of the few places in the world where iconic historical sites sit side-by-side with surfing paradise; the tropical destination of Honolulu has it all.

Reasons to visit

  • Waikiki Beach
  • Pearl Harbor
  • Waikiki Beach Walk
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Kapolei
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Kapolei: its theme park, beaches, sunsets and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Ko Olina Beach Park
  • Ko Olina Golf Club
  • Ka Makana Ali'i - The Center for West Oahu
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Kailua
Known for Beaches, Islands and Snorkelling
Trip time! Discover the island views, beaches and hiking in Kailua.

Reasons to visit

  • Lanikai Beach
  • Kailua Beach
  • Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course
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Kahuku
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Get away to relaxing Kahuku! Enjoy the beaches, surfing and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Turtle Bay Beach
  • Turtle Bay
  • Kawela Bay Beach Park
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Haleiwa
Known for Beaches, Sunsets and Surfing
Surf shacks and a pristine beach make up this North Shore town that is at the centre of O’ahu’s surfing scene.

Reasons to visit

  • Waimea Bay
  • Sunset Beach
  • Banzai Pipeline
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Kaneohe
Known for Relaxing, Snorkelling and Beaches
Stroll out into the middle of the bay during low tide, play a round of golf on world-class courses and hike through botanical gardens on the east of O’ahu.

Reasons to visit

  • Kaneohe Bay
  • Kualoa Beach Park
  • Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden
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Stay near popular Honolulu County attractions

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Waikiki Beach

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Come sample the waves and catch some rays on the white sands of the beach most synonymous with surfing and the Aloha spirit.
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