Aerial shot of Waikiki Oahu

Waikiki is Oahu’s Cosmopolitan Playground

Like to try a bit of everything and prefer to be able to change your itinerary at a moment’s notice to match your mood? Waikiki is your place. Feeling active? Learn to surf. Craving something new? Try one of the many five star restaurants or buy a new outfit and go out dancing at one of  Waikiki’s trendy clubs.

But if you are feeling like doing nothing at all then you are in just the right place. Take a scenic drive through the island or pick one of Waikiki’s nine picture-perfect beaches, sit down and exhale.

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Must Go

  1. Waikiki Beaches

    Waikiki Beaches

    There are 9 to be specific, and they are every bit as beautiful in person as they are in the postcards. From Kaimana, to Kuhio and Fort DeRussy, Waikiki’s shoreline is lined with palm trees and satiny white sand.

  2. Waikiki Aquarium Oahu

    Waikiki Aquarium

    The Waikiki Aquarium is the habitat of hundreds of Hawaiian marine life where you can learn the characteristics and species of Hawaii’s sea creatures.

  3. Honolulu Zoo Oahu

    Honolulu Zoo

    Honolulu Zoo spans over 40 acres and is home to hundreds of animals, including native Hawaiian birds like the Hawaiian Goose and Hawaiian Hawk. There are also tropical plants onsite for those looking to get familiar with Hawaiian flora.

Waikiki Must Know

Must Know

Indulge your love of seafood at some of Waikiki’s best restaurants. Reserve a table at Mahina & Sun’s for a memorable dining experience that involves cutting edge take on Hawaiian cuisine.

Satisfy your sweet tooth at Waiola Shave Ice. They serve exotic flavors of shave ice like mochi bean, mocha frappuccino, and green tea. Triple ono (delicious!)

Waikiki is alive after dark. This is where the locals come to have a good night out. Put your dancing shoes on and go to one of the many nightclubs and bars. Check out Tiki’s Grill and Bar for live music and cocktails.

Must Do

  1. Shopping in Waikiki

    Shop

    Transform your wardrobe when you hit up the stores on Kalakaua Avenue. Browse the endless trendy options, high end designer labels, and luxurious jewelry at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and the International Market Place. Find small boutiques tucked away on the side streets like hidden gems.

  2. Surfing in Waikiki

    Surf

    Always wanted to learn to surf? Here is your chance. Waikiki is teeming with surf schools and spots for surfers of every stage. Beginners should book a lesson with Hans Hedemann Surf School. Seasoned surfers can catch massive waves at Populars (Pops) Beach. Surfing in Waikiki is a timeless tradition.

  3. Hiking in Waikiki

    Hike

    Mix light exercise with sightseeing when you hike Diamond Head trail. This hour long trail will take you to the top of a 760 foot summit where you will view the city and Pacific Ocean below.

  4. Sunset Sailing in Waikiki

    Sunset Sail

    Treat yourself to a luxurious evening of relaxing with a glass of champagne on a catamaran. Your sailing trip could be a romantic mini-break for two, or an intimate gathering with your closest friends.

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