Local Area & Activities

See Iolani Palace. This majestic palace was the last residence of Hawaiian monarchs King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani until the overthrow of the monarchy in 1893. The palace was reopened as a museum in 1978 and features important Hawaiian cultural and historical artifacts. Across the street are Aliiolani Hale, a historic building with the famed statue of Kamehameha the Great in the courtyard, and currently the home of the Hawaii State Supreme Court. Visit nearby Aloha Tower, the iconic landmark that is now a mix-use center for shopping, dining, and a luau where you can take a journey through Polynesia without having to leave your seat.

Right around the corner are some of Honolulu's hottest restaurants and bars in Chinatown, where a vibrant nightlife thrives. Casual hole-in-the-wall spots, modern gastropubs, whiskey and wine bars, to pizza and diners - the choices are endless. On the first Friday of each month, patrons enjoy an art-driven block party style event where art gallery exhibitions are paired with bar-hopping.

Less than five minutes away is Kakaako, a revitalized industrial-neighborhood area that houses a lively collection of craft beer pubs, casual eateries, and locally-owned boutiques. This energetic community is walkable, and popularly known for its iconic graffiti artwork by local and world-famous artists.

Just a 6-minute drive away is Neal S. Blaisdell Center - a complex with a multipurpose arena, exhibition hall, concert hall, and meeting spaces. Where there's always something exciting happening, these venues host some the biggest names in entertainment when performing in Hawaii. Visit the Neal S. Blaisdell Center website to browse upcoming events.

A powerful look into history, the Pearl Harbor Naval memorials include the USS Arizona, the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the USS Bowfin Museum & Park, the USS Oklahoma Memorial, and the Pacific Aviation Museum. Learn more about Pearl Harbor and plan your visit in advance.