Tantalus Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Makiki Forest Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Makiki Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Honolulu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
You can take time to visit Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's waterfalls and monuments.
Waikiki Beach
Come sample the waves and catch some rays on the white sands of the beach most synonymous with surfing and the Aloha spirit.
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.
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.
Waikiki Beach Walk
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Waikiki Beach Walk, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Premium Snorkeling Cruise, Buffet and Dolphin Watch- AM, PM or Sunset
Sheraton Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime or Sunset)
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Catamaran Sail (Turtles Guaranteed)
Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel: Turtles Guaranteed
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Our pick of the best Tantalus Hotel Deals
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"This is a great property for families. It has lots of activities and restaurants on site. It truly ia a village within the city. The size, noise, and lines may be overwhelming to some."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"Amazing staff they were so helpful with everything. The pool in the hot tub were great."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Great"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
"Great location with the beach directly across the street. The parking was convenient, especially if you choose to park on the property. The amenities were comfortable, the rooms were cleaned daily, and there were plenty of food options nearby. Overall, everything was excellent, and we had a great ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Prince Waikiki
"loved it; staff very helpful"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Loved the pools and steps from the beach."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Tantalus
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach and Waikiki Beach Walk are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head are top sights worth seeing.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island 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 USS Missouri Memorial while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center.
