What to do in Hawaii

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1. Waikiki Beach

Once you feel the warm, white sand beneath your feet, see the surfers showcasing their skills in the crashing waves and hear the soft Pacific breeze whispering through the palms, you’ll realise why Waikiki has become the world’s most famous beach. Set against the awe-inspiring beauty of the Diamond Head volcano, Waikiki is the ultimate tropical beach destination.
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Waikiki Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and swimming

2. Kaanapali Beach

Kaanapali Beach is a spectacular 5-kilometre stretch of golden sand and crystal-clear water. You’ll feel like royalty in this luxurious paradise setting, whose shores were once treaded on by Hawaiian kings and queens. This renowned beach was the first planned resort in Hawaii and has since become a model for resorts around the globe. Lie back and listen to the sounds of the Pacific Ocean gently lapping against the shore of this tropical oasis.
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Kaanapali Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

3. Pearl Harbor

One of the most infamous dates in American history is the December 7, 1941. At 7.55 a.m. Japanese aircraft made a surprise attack on the U.S. Navy's Pacific Fleet that led directly to America’s entry into World War II. Visit the memorials and museums of the naval base and see where the war with Japan started and ended.
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Pearl Harbor

4. Wailea Beach

A wide expanse of soft, pearly white sand is the jewel in the crown of Wailea Beach. This palm-fringed paradise is the stuff of dreams and keeps this fashionable resort firmly at the luxurious end of the travel market. The community offers all the amenities you could wish for to enjoy an idyllic, relaxing holiday on one of the most beautiful stretches of coast in Maui.
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Wailea Beach showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming

5. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a truly unique attraction, home to two volcanoes, including Kilauea, the most active volcano in the world. During your visit you will witness the breathtaking spectacle of the landscape changing in front of you, as lava flows sculpt the surrounding rock. The primal geological forces at work have earned this park a central role in native Hawaiian culture, and you will be able to learn all about the traditional beliefs and sacred rituals as you discover this natural wonder.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park which includes rugged coastline

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What to do in Hawaii

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Waikiki Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and swimming

Waikiki Beach

4.5/5(551 reviews)

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

Waikiki Beach
Kaanapali Beach featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and a beach

Kaanapali Beach

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Once named America’s Best Beach, West Maui’s signature resort is a relaxing and rejuvenating retreat.

Kaanapali Beach
Pearl Harbor

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.

Pearl Harbor
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Ala Moana Center

4.5/5(503 reviews)

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.

Ala Moana Center
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Waikiki Beach Walk

4.5/5(80 reviews)

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.

Waikiki Beach Walk
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Honolulu Harbor

4/5(131 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.

Honolulu Harbor
Wailea Beach showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and swimming

Wailea Beach

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Make friends with the local marine life at this popular beach resort where luxury comes as standard.

Wailea Beach
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Turtle Bay Beach

4/5(6 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Turtle Bay Beach, a popular beach in Kawela Bay.

Turtle Bay Beach
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park which includes tranquil scenes

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Witness the awesome power of earth’s volcanic forces and learn how this phenomenon has shaped Hawaiian culture.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

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Waikiki featuring landscape views, a sunset and a city

Waikiki

4.5/5(1,448 area reviews)

This is one of the best-known beaches in Hawai’i thanks to its impeccable surf conditions and fun beach culture.

Waikiki
Maluaka Beach featuring landscape views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Wailea

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

Indulge in Hawai’i’s high life with a stay in this beautiful coastal area known for its luxury accommodation and secluded beaches.

Wailea
Poipu which includes a beach, tropical scenes and landscape views

Poipu

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Hawaii’s “sunny side of paradise” balances adventure with relaxation, offering world-class waves and outdoor activities amid a serene tropical setting.

Poipu
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South Kihei

While visiting South Kihei, you might make a stop by sights like Kamaole Beach Park 2 and Kamaole Beach Park 3.

South Kihei
Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis

5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Honolulu Zoo are top sights worth seeing.

Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
Aerial view of Kahikolu Congregation Church, Kealakekua Bay, Big Island, Hawaii, United States of America, North America

Holualoa Village

While visiting Holualoa Village, you might make a stop by sights like Sadie Seymour Botanical Garden and Honl's Beach.

Holualoa Village

 

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Day trip destinations from Hawaii

Makiki - Lower Punchbowl - Tantalus showing landscape views, a sunset and a city

Honolulu

Hilo which includes a bay or harbor

Hilo

Kailua-Kona showing tropical scenes, general coastal views and a sunset

Kailua-Kona

Lihue showing a coastal town and a beach

Lihue

Kahului showing mountains, general coastal views and landscape views

Kahului

Mountain landscape panorama and scenic view of H3 highway from the Aeia Loop Trail on Oahu, Hawaii. / Mountain Landscape Panorama Hawaii

Aiea

Miles past the end of the state road, you’ll find this beach where the locals camp out.

Kekaha

Aerial view of the Honolulu Rail transit lane running from the West side of Kapolei through Pearl City and Waipahu on Oahu, Hawaii

Waipahu

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