Guidebook for Honolulu
Parks & Nature
A short hike from your doorstep! Beware of mosquitoes due to lush tropical vegetation
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Manoa Falls
37 Manoa RdA short hike from your doorstep! Beware of mosquitoes due to lush tropical vegetation
Staring out at the circular-shaped shore of Hanauma Bay on the southeast tip of East Honolulu, you can imagine how this beautiful cove was once a volcanic crater. Today it is a nature reserve and a snorkeler's favorite spot. Tropical fishes galore!
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Hanauma Bay Nature Park station
Staring out at the circular-shaped shore of Hanauma Bay on the southeast tip of East Honolulu, you can imagine how this beautiful cove was once a volcanic crater. Today it is a nature reserve and a snorkeler's favorite spot. Tropical fishes galore!
A small protected cove with shallow water. Three Tables Beach is part of the Pupukea Beach Marine Sanctuary in Oahu.
Our family's favorite beach - pack a bento and enjoy the day!
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Three Tables Beach
A small protected cove with shallow water. Three Tables Beach is part of the Pupukea Beach Marine Sanctuary in Oahu.
Our family's favorite beach - pack a bento and enjoy the day!
Entertainment & Activities
Often rated the #1 beach in Hawaii. Swim, lay on the beach, rent a kayak,
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Kailua Beach
Often rated the #1 beach in Hawaii. Swim, lay on the beach, rent a kayak,
Waikiki is a "must" for tourist. Stroll along the beach, swim in the bright blue waters, hike Diamond Head, shopping, restaurants for any budget galore
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Waikīkī
Waikiki is a "must" for tourist. Stroll along the beach, swim in the bright blue waters, hike Diamond Head, shopping, restaurants for any budget galore
Getting Around
Bus stops are conveniently located 5 minutes away. Take an umbrella as Manoa is known for its showers
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TheBus
Bus stops are conveniently located 5 minutes away. Take an umbrella as Manoa is known for its showers
Shopping
Town center of Manoa to meet all of your needs - groceries, bank, pharmacy, ethnic restaurants, yoga studio, hair salons,coffee houses
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Mānoa Marketplace
2752 Woodlawn DrTown center of Manoa to meet all of your needs - groceries, bank, pharmacy, ethnic restaurants, yoga studio, hair salons,coffee houses
Lanikai Beach
So relaxing and refreshing! This is Hawaii!
Food Scene
Visit transformed downtown Honolulu. China Town, quaint eateries and bars, boutiques, WalMart
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Downtown
Visit transformed downtown Honolulu. China Town, quaint eateries and bars, boutiques, WalMart
Experience traditional Hawaiian food, a hula show, enjoy a gorgeous Hawaiian sunset...a must for tourists
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Germaine's Luau
91-119 Olai StExperience traditional Hawaiian food, a hula show, enjoy a gorgeous Hawaiian sunset...a must for tourists
Morning Glass Coffee
307 Kamani StreetExcellent scones, coffee and breakfast - a 5 minute drive
Well known for its healthy sandwiches and smoothies. An iconic local favorite
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Andy's Sandwiches & Smoothies
2904 E Manoa RdWell known for its healthy sandwiches and smoothies. An iconic local favorite
Enjoy the freshest catch of the day...located next to the fish auction site.
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Nico's Pier 38
1129 N Nimitz HwyEnjoy the freshest catch of the day...located next to the fish auction site.
Outdoor restaurant in Waikiki well known for its food and drinks!
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Duke's Waikiki
2335 Kalakaua AveOutdoor restaurant in Waikiki well known for its food and drinks!
"Immortalized in a 1925 Charlie Chan novel, House Without A Key is Halekulani's popular indoor/outdoor gathering spot for informal breakfast, lunch, cocktails" Enjoy the fabulous sunsets and talented Hawaiian musicians
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House Without a Key
2199 Kālia Rd"Immortalized in a 1925 Charlie Chan novel, House Without A Key is Halekulani's popular indoor/outdoor gathering spot for informal breakfast, lunch, cocktails" Enjoy the fabulous sunsets and talented Hawaiian musicians
A 10 minute drive down University Avenue. 5 star Japanese restaurant considered one of the best in the U.S. Reservations required.
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Imanas Tei Restaurant
2626 S King StA 10 minute drive down University Avenue. 5 star Japanese restaurant considered one of the best in the U.S. Reservations required.
Superb food, wonderful setting among luxury homes, enjoy the fiery Hawaiian sunsets as it sets on the western most tip of Oahu.
Traffic to the Leeward Coast can be arduous....weekend visit is recommended
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Roy's
92-1220 Ali'inui DrSuperb food, wonderful setting among luxury homes, enjoy the fiery Hawaiian sunsets as it sets on the western most tip of Oahu.
Traffic to the Leeward Coast can be arduous....weekend visit is recommended
Arts & Culture
Hawaii was the only royal kingdom in the U.S. Visit the palace which served as the royal home and government center
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Iolani Palace
364 S King StHawaii was the only royal kingdom in the U.S. Visit the palace which served as the royal home and government center
Learn about the cultures of the South Pacific
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Polylnesian cutlural center
Learn about the cultures of the South Pacific
I-Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice StLearn about the history and culture of Hawaii.
Sightseeing
Pearl Harbor
Drive to the North Shore and stop by iconic surfing spots (winter not recommended due to 30+ foot waves), enjoy lunch at a roadside eatery, experience rural Oahu, visit old Haleiwa town (and don't forget to get a shaved ice cone - a local and tourist favorite)
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Turtle Bay Resort
57-091 Kamehameha HwyDrive to the North Shore and stop by iconic surfing spots (winter not recommended due to 30+ foot waves), enjoy lunch at a roadside eatery, experience rural Oahu, visit old Haleiwa town (and don't forget to get a shaved ice cone - a local and tourist favorite)
Hike Diamond Head and witness a majestic view of Waikiki and the blue Pacific. 99 steps to steps to the top
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Diamond Head
Hike Diamond Head and witness a majestic view of Waikiki and the blue Pacific. 99 steps to steps to the top
Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail
Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail