Things to do in Honolulu

Planning questions about Honolulu

What are the best things to do in Honolulu?

Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial & Honolulu Deluxe Coach Tour is the highest ranked experience in Honolulu, scoring 94 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 5,040 traveler reviews. Oahu Small-Group Circle Island Tour with Turtle Snorkeling, Oahu: North Shore Tour with Waimea Waterfall, Pearl Harbor City Tour, Oahu Fun Circle Island Tour: 32 Sights, 10 Stops & Turtles round out the top five. Outty ranks 404 bookable experiences in Honolulu, United States, and 4 of them score 90 or above.

Which attractions should I visit in Honolulu?

The landmarks with the deepest choice of tours and tickets are Waikiki Beach, Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum, Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Eternity Beach, Ala Moana Center. Each has its own page on Outty listing every ranked way to visit, from timed entry tickets to guided and combination tours.

How much do activities in Honolulu cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Honolulu is $149 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $18 on Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Honolulu for today?

Yes. 120 of the top 120 experiences we rank in Honolulu currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Honolulu good for families?

Yes. 9 of the experiences we rank in Honolulu are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Honolulu?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Honolulu?

April to June and September to November, between the wet season and peak crowds. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Honolulu?

120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Honolulu offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Honolulu gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Honolulu so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.