Things To Do
YogurStory
We recommend adding yourself to the waitlist via Yelp before arriving. Here are some things off the menu we love: -Ube Pancakes -Oinker Fried Rice with Portuguese Sausage -Kimchi Fried Rice -Mimosas
Zippy's Kapahulu
Any Zippy's location will do! Quick, local style plate lunches. There is something for everyone! I recommend: -Korean Fried Chicken and rice plate with chili -Orange Bang (juice) -Breakfast Bento #4 -Saimin
Leonard's Bakery
Malasadas (Portuguese Donuts) We like original and custard filled
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
Excellent garlic shrimp! Either the Haleiwa or Kahuku location. The Kahuku location is the original truck.
SKY Waikiki Raw & Bar
Outdoor seafood/bar overlooking Waikiki. Recommend to go in the evening to watch the sunset
Mililani BBQ
Excellent Korean BBQ (not cook your own). Here are our favorites: -Meat Jun and rice -Spicy Tofu Soup -Korean pancakes
International Market Place
Park and walk down the street for shopping, restaurants, etc. Walking distance to the beach as well!
Kailua Beach Park
Great beach for families and kids, located on the East side of O'ahu. Not far from our venue and not far from Waikiki
Ko Olina Lagoon 4
Beach lagoons located on the West side of O'ahu. Great for families and kids with very gentle ocean/almost no waves. Note: Must pay once you park. Attendants will leave tickets on your windshield. Card/Apple pay accepted
Laniakea Beach
aka "turtle beach". Located closer to Haleiwa going further in to the North Shore. This beach has the highest chance of seeing turtles on the sand. Note: It is illegal to disturb or touch the turtles. Please refrain from invading their personal space.
Sharks Cove
Great location for snorkeling. Lots of reef/rocks, recommended to use foot protection
Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
Fun hike to do! The trail is paved for the most part. Beautiful view at the top of the crater! We recommend going early to catch the sunrise at the top of the crater for beautiful photos (and to avoid the heat).
Waimea Valley Trail
Very easy, paved hike with a waterfall at the end that you can swim in. Bring only the bare minimum (water, keys, ID, credit card, towel) as you will need to leave your belongings on the rocks to swim.
Koko Head
Very popular hike located on the East side of O'ahu. It is wooden stairs going all the way up and back down. Note: It gets very hot after 8am and there isn't an alternative to getting back down the hike. I recommend looking at the hike on Youtube first.
Ala Moana Center
Large outdoor mall off of Ala Moana blvd. Plenty of shops, restaurants, etc.
Dole Plantation
Hanauma Bay
Great place for snorkeling! Must bring cash for parking. Please check their website prior to heading on over to see their hours and ticket options.
Polynesian Cultural Center
Popular attraction on the North Shore to "visit" the different Polynesian islands/cultures. We recommend seeing the "Hā Breath of Life" show! See their website for tickets/show times.