Cianna & Joseph
Things To Do
Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center
The visitors center offers free admissions and there are a few small museums with many incredible artifacts and interactive videos to learn about the events that took place at Pearl Harbor. There are also additional tours to the USS Missouri Battleship Memorial, The Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum that require payment and reservations may need to be made in advance. If you wish to pay respect to the USS Arizona Memorial it is recommended to book that tour to ensure you will have a ticket to board the boat to see the memorial visit this link https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/233338 to reserve your seat.
Dole Plantation
Great for families, they offer a fun pineapple maze (tours range from $10 dollars - $7.25). There is also a cute 20 min. train tour that discusses how the Dole Plantation was founded (tours range from $14.00 dollars - $11.75). This is a great pit stop for those who love a nice cold delicious Dole Whip! There is a large gift shop for shopping as well.
Waimea Valley
Visit a beautiful botanical garden and swim in a gorgeous waterfall (please note that this waterfall is managed by lifeguards and safety flotation vest are provided so people with all swimming abilities can enjoy the falls). The walk up to the falls takes about 30 mins. They also offer a shuttle service for a small fee. Prices range from $25 dollars to $15 dollars. They do offer group discounts from groups of 10 or larger.
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet
At the Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace, you can find discounts on a wide selection of high quality products from clothing, accessories, Hawaiian souvenirs, pre-packaged ethnic foods, fine jewelry and vintage antiques. HOURS OF OPERATION Wednesdays: 8:00am – 3:00pm Saturdays: 8:00am – 3:00pm Sundays: 6:30am – 3:00pm Bring cash as many of the vendors only accept cash. There are ATM’s on site but they charge a fee to pull out cash. Cost to enter is $2.00 (Cash) for adults. Children 11 and under are free!
Hilton Hawaiian Village Friday Night Firework Show
Courtesy of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, a spectacular fireworks show lights up the sky over Waikiki Beach beginning at 7:45 p.m every Friday night. You can stake out your spot on the sand near the Hilton Hawaiian Lagoon (address listed above) or at Magic Island Beach Park free of charge to watch the show. It is highly recommended to get there early as parking does fill up quickly. Many families will bring food to the beach and have a little picnic to watch the show. Magic Island address: 1201 Ala Moana Blvd Honolulu, HI 96814
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
Enjoy beautiful drive and eat some delicious garlic shrimp at the famous Giovanni’s food truck in Kahuku!
Taste of Aloha HI - Night Market
Night Market on Saturday March 8th from 4-8pm. Free entry but may need to pay for parking nearby 50+ vendors with lots of delicious food and other local items.
ʻIolani Palace
ʻIolani Palace is such an important landmark to the Hawaiian islands. This Palace represents a time in Hawaiian history when King Kalākaua and his sister and successor, Queen Liliʻuokalani, walked the halls and ruled the Hawaiian Kingdom. Take a tour and learn all about the history of these islands.
Byodo-In Temple
General admission: $5 for ages 13–64, $4 for seniors 65 and up, $2 for children ages 2–12 Group rates: $4 for general admission and $2 for children when booking in advance for 10 or more people Tickets can be purchased online or at the entrance with a credit card. The Byodo-In Temple grounds are open daily from 8:30 AM–5 PM, with the last entrance at 4:45 PM.
Cirque du Soleil 'Auana
Located in the Outrigger Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel. This spectacular show celebrates the essence of the islands through breathtaking artistry and awe-inspiring athleticism. Prepare to be captivated as a diverse ensemble of international and local talents delivers an exhilarating blend of acrobatics, laughter, mesmerizing hula, and soul-stirring music. Show duration is 80 min. with no intermission. It’s great for all ages!