Things To Do

Hanauma Bay

Best snorkeling on Oahu, beach and gorgeous views.

Waimea Valley & Botanical Garden

Beautiful nature preserve, cultural center and botanical garden. Bring your bathing suit for a refreshing dip in the waterfall that awaits you at the end of your walk, and camera!

Polynesian Cultural Center

Great place to catch a luau. A luau is a traditional Hawaiian feast and party that typically includes: Food: Native Hawaiian dishes like poi, kalua pig, laulau, poke, lomi salmon, haupia, and more Entertainment: Traditional Hawaiian music, hula, and kanikapila Drinks: Beer, wine, cocktails, and mai tais Greetings: Lei and kukui nut greeting

Kualoa Ranch

Oahu's Jurassic Valley — Horseback Riding, ATV Tours, Movie Tours & More

Dole Plantation

This historic pineapple plantation and fun for the whole family!

Climb Works Keana Farms Zipline Tour

Adventure, Zipline and eco-tours (also offers packages with Polynesian Cultural Center, Gunstock Ranch and more!)

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

Gunstock Ranch

Horseback and pony riding, off-roading, eco-tours and more!

Byodo-In Temple

Beautiful Buddhist temple and park nestled at the foot of the Ko’olau Mountains

Kaneohe Sandbar

Raised strip exposed at low tide, drawing day charters for snorkeling, swimming & turtle spotting.

Na Hoku 3 - Catamaran Sails

49-passenger yellow 50 foot catamaran that offers daily boat cruises through Waikiki!

China Walls

A must-see local hangout spot with views to die for! Enjoy a cool drink sitting on a stretch of lava-rock ledges & cliffs above the ocean that attracts experienced surfers & jumpers.

Lanikai Beach

Vic's favorite beach on Oahu!

Lanikai Pillbox Trail

Hiking spot with panoramic views of Kailua/Lanikai Beach and Mokes Islands.

Turtle Beach

Sea turtle habitat in a rugged cove, with surfing, fishing & diving over an offshore coral reef!

Koko Head Crater Trail

Hike up the Koko Head crater via an old railway track!

Merriman's Honolulu

Lively, spacious & stylish eatery offering local seafood alongside wine, cocktails & live music.

Leonard's Bakery

Come here for Oahu's famous malasadas, a type of Portuguese donut!

Duke's Waikiki

Great spot for a laid-back brunch with views of Waikiki Beach, or more formal sit-down dinner! Go on a Thursday night for their prime rib buffet.

Off the Hook Poke Market

Another favorite local spot for poke!

Ono Seafood

Best local spot for poke!

DECK. Restaurant at Queen Kapiʻolani Hotel

Come here for panoramic views of Diamond Head and amazing food and drinks. We met up here with friends the very first night we met!

Marugame Udon

Amazing local Japanese spot specializing in udon and chicken katsu!