Things to do in Honolulu

Manoa and Makiki climb into cooler valleys behind Downtown, with the University of Hawaii, Lyon Arboretum, Manoa Falls trailhead, and Punchbowl crater nearby.

Kapahulu and Kaimuki hold local restaurants and bakeries inland from Waikiki, while Kahala, Hawaii Kai, Hanauma Bay, and Makapuu Point stretch the city toward the windward coast.

Borders Pearl Harbor, with the USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri Memorial located here. Pearlridge Center and Pearlridge Farmers Market are also in the area.

A mix of commercial and residential spaces, with King Street marking its northern border. The area is known for its shopping and dining options, including the Ala Moana Center, one of the largest open-air shopping malls in the world.

A mix of commercial and residential spaces, with King Street marking its northern border. The area is home to shopping and dining options, including the Ala Moana Center, and is conveniently located between Waikīkī and Kakaʻako.

Capitol District has local stops such as Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, and the Hawaii State Art Museum. The area features historical sites and museums that showcase Hawaiian culture and heritage.

Honolulu's Chinatown offers bakeries, coffee shops, and American restaurants like 'ŌlenaHi by Chef Ron Simon, Neko Koneko Cafe, and Skull & Crown Trading Co.

At the base of Diamond Head, this area features Kapiolani Park, the Waikiki Aquarium, and Kaimana Beach. Dining options abound along Kapahulu Avenue, with local favorites like Diamond Head Market & Grill and Russell's Convenience Store nearby.

Honolulu's industrial-commercial corridor west of downtown, following Dillingham Boulevard through Kapālama and Kalihi.

Downtown Honolulu is the commercial and governmental center of the Hawaiian Islands, featuring historical and cultural attractions along with a few parks and restaurants. Most hotels are in Waikiki, so expect a quieter vibe here compared to typical tourist areas.

A neighborhood in Honolulu centered around its shopping malls. It is notable for the Ka Makana Aliʻi shopping mall itself.

Kailua in Honolulu has Lokahi Kailua Market for public markets, Bookends for bookstore specialties, and Mānoa Chocolate & Wine Bar for confection chocolate shops.

A mixed neighborhood with a variety of restaurants, cafes, and shops along Waialae Avenue. It's safe for walking, has parks with sports facilities, and is close to Diamond Head and the Honolulu Farmers Market.

Home to Aloha Tower, Honolulu's first skyscraper and a landmark for arriving ships. The neighborhood offers coffee shops, cocktail bars, and public markets like Southern Love, 9Bar HNL, and Māze.

A lush Windward Oʻahu town spread between Kāneʻohe Bay and the fluted Koʻolau cliffs. Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden and Heʻeia fishpond reveal the area's dramatic ecology and Native Hawaiian aquaculture, while marinas, neighborhood malls, and residential valleys give it the feel of a self-contained town beyond Honolulu.

The four stones at Kapaemahu on Waikīkī Beach honor legendary mahu who brought healing arts from Tahiti, and they are part of a cultural monument in Kuhio Beach Park. This site provides insight into indigenous understandings of gender and healing.

Kuhio Avenue runs through Kapahulu, lined with shops and eateries, including the International Marketplace with over 90 stores and various dining options. It's a short walk to Waikiki Beach and the Duke Kahanamoku Statue.

Kapalama in Honolulu has Chinese restaurants, pub bars, and diners, with notable spots including Ray's Café, La Mariana Sailing Club, and Island Manapua Factory.

Koko Head has local stops such as Lana'i Lookout for ocean views, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve with its beach and green sea turtles, and the Spitting Caves, which spit waves back out into the ocean. The Mālama Hawai'i Makers Market features a curated pop-up market showcasing Hawaii.