22 Things to Do Around Oahu | The BEST of Honolulu, Waikiki, & North Shore!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

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[@toddf7582]

Great ideas. On the east side of the island, I would add Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden…mostly because of the amazing views as you enter the park. It’s another free thing to do. I stopped there after checking out of the hotel and before I needed to go to the airport.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I totally should have added Ho'omaluhia! That is a lovely stop. I like the signs at the entrance to ask Instagrammers to refrain from picture taking.

[@fwootamala]

This update is so convincing that we *already* bought tickets!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

haha, that is awesome! have a great trip!!

[@AVworld.]

Perfect timing! We'll be there next weekend with our toddler!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Perfect, enjoy Kuhio Beach in Waikiki or the Ko Olina Lagoons!! have a wonderful trip

[@allisonshimonski9399]

fiercely taking notes Jordan lol great video guys!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks Allison! Have a great trip!

[@stephentarasenko1603]

Great video guys!!

[@scmcdermott888]

Great video, Jordan and Erica! I’ve visited Oʻahu twice and enjoyed it, especially the snorkel tour on Ko Olina Ocean Adventures and the hike up to the summit of Leʻahi.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

They do a great job on that snorkel tour. Thanks for sharing!!

[@robertgerber6746]

Ok you’ve convinced me to buy one of your itineraries.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I know, we pushed them a little hard in this video but we had fun. Thanks for the comment and for watching!

[@yoliemarroquin7314]

Lots of fun activities. We have been to Oahu so many times and have not done 1/2 of the things you all experienced. Guess we will need to schedule another trip soon, lol. Thanks for sharing another great video. :)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Get on it! We hope you can go back soon!

[@birdman5223]

Thanks y’all🤙🏼

[@rutht-jj1zp]

We were there in September, 2022. Planning our next trip for a year from now in September, 2025. Can’t wait to plan using your travel guide, cheat sheets, and itinerary for Oahu.

[@jenniferrundle6870]

You sound like us. We were there in February of this year and my husband wants to shoot for a 2026 trip back! It is really hard to plan a perfect trip that blends relaxation and sightseeing-unless you stay for like 2 weeks!😆

[@rutht-jj1zp]

@@jenniferrundle6870 I agree. Last trip, we were only on Oahu for three days and then spent a week on Kauai. Next trip we’re only staying on Oahu so we can do and see more plus repeat our favorites.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks Ruth! You will be all set for '25! Our newsletter will help you too. Thanks for grabbing the free downloads and the itinerary! Let us know if you have questions.

[@rutht-jj1zp]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide THANK YOU 😊

[@rutht-jj1zp]

And yes, we love your newsletters too-soooo much great information!!

[@jimbrow83]

I'll be there this Saturday coming all the way from Boston ma direct lol

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That's a long flight! Run into the water once you land! It is the best way to start your trip. Safe travels!

[@timsullivan4687]

I cry inside every time i watch a video about Hawaii...been there twice...in 82 for a week and did oahu, maui and the big Island (only remember oahu tho) and Oahu again in 2015 for a full week

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

I hope you can make it back again soon! You are do for a trip. I'm glad our videos help you get a taste of the Aloha State.

[@timsullivan4687]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide my problem (aside from the cost of course) is that IF I get back to paradise, my friend I went with in 2015 said that he'd like to go to a different island...but THIS time, his niece would come with us and she's NEVER been to the most perfect place on earth before so I'd suggest Oahu again (the "tourist Island") but I'm not sure if any other island would give her the "experience" that Oahu would for a first time visitor

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We like to recommend Maui for first time visitors too. Maui has a lot to do for a lot of different folks. Go for it!

[@joerampley1562]

Awesome video.

[@brittanyrose9392]

My soon to be husband and I will be going for our honeymoon in the middle of October can’t wait!! Got your itinerary and have watched a lot of videos to get ready for this!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Congratulations! You will have a wonderful honeymoon and October is the best. Thanks for grabbing our itinerary!

[@amandafagelman]

Hello! We’re loving your channel! Please share details on the polo Jordan is wearing in the beginning of the video. Thank you!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It is from Kohala, their diamond head special edition. Great shirt!

[@scottlyttle5586]

The USS Arizona does not require reservations, as there is a standby line for those without reservations. But if you want to make the most of your time, you can reserve timed tickets for the Arizona.

[@joerampley1562]

North shore for sure. ❤

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

for sure! We will be there on our next trip this winter.

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

I can confirm that Kualoa Ranch is an AMAZING place to visit!!! We did three tours in two days and they were all a blast! I just HIGHLY recommend to anyone... DO NOT try to get there or back to another part of the island during rush hour! The traffic is horrible!

[@Beeks0z0]

What times are rush hour there?

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

@Beeks0z0 roughly the same as mainland rush hour.. roughly 3-6pm

[@PeaceFan1]

I am doing the Ko Olina Adventure Snorkel PER Your Request and Recommendation..Did you see Any Turtles when you went on that Tour?!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We saw a turtle from the boat but not in the water during our snorkel trip. I hope you see one on the water! We loved seeing the spinner dolphins though for so much time around the catamaran.

[@eyeballs306]

Just curious how often do you update your guides if at all? Purchase your Big Island guide and it was great!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha, we update them every 6 months. Sometimes we had new excursion days but every time we make sure the hours are correct, new reservations, new beaches, new restaurants, etc.

[@lala_looksnacks]

Thanks for sharing!!! Such great information. Do you have a video for Pearl Harbor? Looki ng at what the best option is DIY or guided. I also saw after clicking on one of your links for tours AYC offers a 2fer!?!?! Thoughts?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We have articles and videos on Pearl Harbor. Here is a DIY article: thehawaiivacationguide.com/how-to-visit-pearl-harbor-on-your-own/ Here are our favorite tours: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-pearl-harbor-tours/ Here is a tour we did video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmGulZR3hNGDaK8 We enjoyed our whale watch on AYC last year, they have great prices. Do an early morning tour!

[@GoldishBlackish]

Bout to surprise my baby

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That’s awesome! I hope they love it.

[@Wanderlustertoo]

Love your vlogs. My intentions is to buy both your Hawaii and Oahu travel guides closer to our trip (May/25). I do have one question that I am confused about while searching. Is there a charge to see the USS Arizona and USS Missouri? All I can see are tours. Thank you in advance.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for the lovely comment! The USS Arizona memorial as a $1 reservation fee. Mighty Mo is a historical site (museum) so it has an entry ticket. I don’t know the price off the top of my head.

[@Wanderlustertoo]

@ thank you very much!

[@lizhernandez7584]

What do you guys recommend for a island hoping for 24hrs at Maui

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That is a tough question as it depends on your flights! If you have a full day, go up to Haleakala and Upcountry or tour a part of the island like West Maui. Here is our island hopping guide if you need it: thehawaiivacationguide.com/hawaii-island-hopping/

[@MariaMundaden]

Hanauma bay is missing in the list, any particular reason for not considering it?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It was in our last list video, 21 things to do on Oahu. It made our list of 5 best snorkel spots article: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-snorkeling-spots-on-oahu/ We like it but the reservation system makes it hard for visitors to make a trip there.

[@MariaMundaden]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide thank you

[@Fulgum]

I would disagree with the Polynesian Cultural Center. A much better alternative is the Bishop Museum. You can learn so much history about Polynesia and Hawaii at the Bishop. The history on this region is extensive and well worth an afternoon. You only need to pay an entrance fee.

[@rachelkillcare5203]

Excellent snorkeling….those reefs look totally dead compared to some Fijian ones I went to ten years ago ! Climate change is so sad

[@hskujama]

Where can you fly drone legally in Oahu? Thanks

[@M.Skorobagatskyi-c6m]

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