Oahu & Waikiki - The Ultimate Visitor Guide - Everything You Need To Know

In this video we give you all the top Waikiki and Oahu sights on maps, plus great day trips, transportation tips, places to eat, and more.
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00:00 Introduction
02:08 How To Get Around
06:32 Best Times To Visit
09:55 Honolulu & Waikiki
17:34 East Coast Oahu
22:52 North Shore Loop
28:04 Top Day Tours

[@Corvettingcolorado]

I’ve been here before. Going again soon. This video gave me so many ideas on new things to do and see. I’ve watched over 30 videos the last couple weeks. This one was by far the BEST ! This is the one I will share with friends in the future. Thanks, now a subscriber !!!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Ahhhhh thanks for the kind comments. My husband spends a ton of time with researching and making sure the content is informative for our viewers. We really appreciate the support : )

[@user-ut3rf8sy2y]

i've been researching Hawaii for months, we leave in 3 days for Oahu. This video was by far one of the best videos I've found. Excellent details and explanation of all the sites listed and great tips for our Visit. Thank you very much. This helped greatly.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! I will make sure I pass on the feedback to my hubby I know he works so hard on getting good information out there. Thanks again for watching, have a wonderful time on Oahu.

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

Beautiful OHAU WAIKIKI island ❤❤❤

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

i love watching this video of Hawaii it's so beautiful to watch many placesses to look at on video and cameras

[@africanfufu]

I want to visit Hawaii for the first time, actually Honolulu only.

[@shimushimu128]

Excellent, very informative video to visit the island.

[@kirbyfaulkner7113]

Good job. Very informative and done well with the island overview showing where all the top spots are located.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you very much! We appreciate the nice comment. Thank you for the support

[@porcine83]

Very informative and well done.

[@user-qj2lc5rl6j]

Waikiki in Oahu, Hawaii is and a lways will be my home . The people there are my Ohana if anyone understands the hawaiian Language

[@BlueTickCH]

Mahalo aloha

[@kristab8728]

Wow! Like many of the other comments, I am so impressed how thorough and informative this video is, after watching SO many others. Thank you for the time and love you put into making this. It is very much appreciated.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Hi Krista Thank you so much for your kind words. We really work hard to deliver what we believe are “ultimate guides”. Sounds like you agree! Be sure to check out our Ultimate Guide to Kauai Island as well. And, our Ultimate Guide to the Big Island is coming up in Feb. Be sure to check it out!

[@nareekim-failing2161]

One of the best travel guide videos! I love how you divided up the island into sections and showed the various attractions on the map. The intro and general tips at the beginning were also very helpful. Thank you!

[@meldale6267]

I was here in the 70's for a week! I am revisiting places in the world I was in via you tube and just want you to know yours is the best organized and informative video I have seen so far. I love the maps and the organized way you go about the island ...and the pace is good, not too slow but not fast. Thanks.

[@DecrepitBiden]

For the Pearl Harbor Memorial Tour, there's 4 packages. You can buy 1, 2, or all 4. Save some money & skip the 2 museum tours. Pretty much everyone does, so they don't even check your tickets at all, so you could go in for free. It's pretty boring IMHO. Just pay for the other 2 packages, going out to the memorial & submarine. Get there before 11am or 12 noon. That's when the tour buses arrive & the hordes of ppl show up & the lines begin for everything. As for waterfalls, DO NOT go on the same day that it rained. Maybe the following day. All you see is dirty, muddy water. Very unsightly. I was there in 2019, & going back in Jan 2024. Can't wait.

[@natalliaimbra8564]

Very interesting and useful. Thanks!

[@SMTNoMSG]

By far the best video i've seen. The introduction about airport and options to get around is great. Thank you.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! Hope it planned out your vacation to Oahu. Thanks again for watching!

[@alexandrefernandez-gil8731]

Very nice video, i will follow the advices given, thank you very much i have great ideas for planning the trip with my wife.

[@4000angels]

Excellent video. Thank you 🙏

[@beewilson9712]

This video is the best I've come across. Thank you for making it.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for the support we really appreciate it.

[@DjJoshQuintero]

Best detailed video I've seen. Great job

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! I will let my hubby know, he spends hours upon hours on editing our videos. Thanks for watching

[@pamelagood8077]

So thrilled i found your channel. Your hubby's research is so appreciated. Some of the BEST videos I have come across. So helpful. A HUGE thumbs up!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you so much! We really at the kind words 😎 thanks for supporting our channel

[@user-qs3lb7wf2q]

Thank you - this clip has been the most informative that I have seen & I have watched many 👍

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for the kind words, my husband spends quite a bit of time researching before we travel, we try & give as much detailed information as possible. Thanks for the support. Happy Holidays ⛄️

[@user-lu2ln3jt4n]

I couldn’t have asked for any better details about Oahu. You just got a new subscriber. TYSM for doing what you are doing. God Bless!! ❤

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Awesome! Thank you! Hope it helped plan out your vacation! Thanks for supporting our channel 😎

[@richardkosonen4907]

Love your vlog,coming from Australia in November, super excited and thanks for the information 😀

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Have fun! Thanks so much for supporting our channel, if you decide to do Kauai we did a travel guide to that island as well. Enjoy your trip 🌸

[@ge7201]

This is a real detailed video with great engaging content. Thank you for the effort to put this together! Really enjoyed it.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thanks for watching we appreciate the support 🙏

[@ReneWang-lm6uk]

I will travel to Honolulu in Jan. Thx for sharing.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

You should have a great time! We also did a guide to visiting Pearl Harbor kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6nVqniYlqt8fsUsi=ZTVbGv8Qxn9fskn9

[@user-qj2lc5rl6j]

The oshu Waikiki area is full of majestic wonder , imagination, intrigue , adventure and so much more . We all lok forward to seeing you sll there very soon

[@jiri.ie1796]

Althourt I already visited Hawaii five years ago,this is in short idea to see all Oahu in teen days. Ill look where I was before. But goog video. I¨ll be there again in a mont🤙😍

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Hope your vacation is fabulous!!!!

[@jasmeeroberoi]

Thanks for the detailed info. We are flying tomorrow morning;)

[@marthadeleon3029]

Great, I am going in May for the 1st time ever....thank you so much for all the options on this video.

[@skidawg79]

Thank you for your suggestion on the video! So many great tips! One thing I read about and cant wait to do is rent a kayak and go out to the Mokes. liked and subscribed. :-)

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! Have a wonderful time on the Island!!! Thanks you for the support

[@keilahtx]

This is THE video to watch for anyone planning/travelling to Hawaii. Thank you so much for this thorough and informative tips!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Hi Keila Thank you for watching and thank you for the very generous comment. Wow. We do believe our videos are the most informative on KZbin - nice you agree! 😀 Really appreciate your support and please keep watching. - Our Ultimate Guide to the Big Island of Hawaii is coming up next!

[@noads4rey813]

This is so informative and helpful! Watching this video made it very easy to plan our 3.5 day trip to Oahu and we could ensure we're visiting all the right places! Thank you very much!!!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! I will pass on the nice message to my hubby! Thanks again for watching 🙏

[@williambeltran1971]

Video was great. Best advice. Thanks 🙏

[@ceciliagarrido2966]

En Mayo iremos por sexta vez a Oahu y sin duda este video me ayuda sin duda a visitar lugares que han quedado pendiente....Mahalo

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

Which I was rich i go to Hawaii for a. Good holiday in the summer

[@scottsdaletravel8519]

This is a great guide! Everything I need to plan our vacation, we head there in December. Thank you so much 😊 fyi we are also from Scottsdale

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the suppprt

[@RogerThomas-ws1md]

I’m going in October ‘24 arriving by cruise ship(Ovation of the Seas).We’re booked for three nights at Waikiki Beach Hotel.Looking forward to seeing the sights and have pre-booked a few experiences.One day I’m totally free to chill out and walk around Honolulu City &Beaches.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Hi Roger Sounds like a great time! Are you going to any of the other islands?

[@RogerThomas-ws1md]

Unfortunately we are destined to just cruise around Napali Coast on Kauai.Our original ship had a visit to Lahaina,Maui but that was cancelled sadly.It’s not the first either that would have taken us to several islands but that was also cancelled.Seems this one is the only way we can get to see some of Hawaii this year on Royal Caribbean,I think they are doing only two sailings this season now.

[@geeta4075]

Amazing video! Very detailed and informative!

[@klimzjabowa.1950]

Thank for your nice and very practical presentation.

[@barbaraherrera3984]

Thank you for sharing-how expensive it can get and how to save $$$, I’ve never seen a more informative about this island 🏝️.

[@Sabrina-od4mr]

Great video!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching 🙏

[@user-yi5ny5jg5i]

The best detailed information i have been heared. I can't thanj you enough,

[@josephcoriz1221]

Thank u for sharing,!! My wife n I visited there in May n June, had a beautiful time visited most of the places you mentioned but missed alot(cuz we didn't know) lol brings back beautiful memories ❤

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Sounds like you had a wonderful trip. I guess you’ll just have to head back to Oahu and check out the additional places that we listed or check our channel for more of the island destinations. We did a travel guide to Kauai and also the big island we were just there just couple of weeks ago.

[@nandinirampuri802]

Excellent video! Thank you for the effort and such detail information and engaging commentary ! Love how the map in the background is used to explain where we are! Sooo helpful to plan our trip ♥️🙏

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching and supporting our channel. Have a wonderful time in Oahu

[@GeneMcC]

Last night we watched your very informative travel vlog. Your content and descriptive nature were so relevant and helpful. The mapping, photos and video content was exceptional and, even though we have been to Hawaii many times over the years, it was a pleasure to see. Great Job! ☘

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you for the very nice comment. Much appreciated! If u liked our Oahu guide, then check out our ultimate guides for Kauai and The Big Island too!

[@rickcardenas5930]

Beautiful and informative

[@alexuslawns]

❤ great video

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you!!!! We appreciate the support.

[@Victor_Delgadillo]

Thanks for putting together such a great video!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you so much 🙏 we really appreciate it Hope our video makes your trip a little easier to plan

[@24hourvideos74]

Such a great video guys! So detailed!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the support 🙏

[@ME-yo4op]

I’m thinking about doing a Hawaii travel video because this one crazy. First let me say, I will grant you that you can bus the Honolulu/waikiki area on a bus or bike even. Outside of that, if you want to see the island you should 100% rent a car or SUV. Hawaii Oahu might not be a large island but is it larger than most think and having freedom to get around is a big deal if you want to catch it all. Yes you can Uber, lift, or share but that’s gonna end up being more costly unless you’re only leaving the Honolulu area once or twice. Parking is costly but if you’re doing a lot outside of Honolulu then return and rent won’t really work unless you plan on doing late morning or early afternoon hikes and excursions. You can do that but keep in mind that hikes are much better early morning thay even mid morning. Most trails are crowded by 9 am and the heat really kicks up even in the morning. Same with excursions, most have 2 times outside of fishing and the afternoon is always hot. I would normally suggest exploring, hiking, and excursions in the AM and beach laying out or pool time in the afternoon. None the less I would budget for a car at least part of your trip, the very first time I visited Oahu as a young 20 year old I thought we could manage without and boy was I wrong. Took a day and a half before we rented and it was well worth it. The island has so much to do offer outside of the city so getting out is so much more of a better experience. I have visited Hawaii every summer for over 15 years and I can tell you that Hawaii never gets old and you can always find things to do but you need to plan before going. Also, budget!!! You don’t need the tours for the most part because you’ll get more out of a car and research but there are a few things that you have to pay for. Kualoa Ranch for example is costly but worth is and zip lining on the north shore is beyond beautiful. This video suggests skipping Hanauma bay and I would agree. There are a ton of catamaran excursions that will take you snorkeling in better spot without the crowds and most provide a bag lunch and drinks. Food isn’t gourmet but it gets the job done and the drinks are great for what they are. All in all I think Hawaii is one of the best places to visit anywhere worldwide. I’ve been to so many places in the world and can tell you that most places don’t have the same standards as the U.S food wise. That’s not to say that you won’t find some the best restaurants in the world in other counties because you will. But most places just won’t have the same standards across the board as the U.S. Also, there are so many places that you go to and you’re stuck in the resort due to safety or just nothing overly exciting to do. Hawaii is like being in another country with America standards and safety but the diversity of food is simply amazing. One of the best things about Oahu is that you can dine at a world class high end restaurant for a great meal or just stop into just about any random strip center and eat at a local hole in the wall and still get one of the best meals you’re ever gonna eat. You really don’t have to break the bank on eating for every meal and you won’t lack for quality. But remember, budget for some things.

[@nursesteffy]

This video was so excellent and informative. Thank you so much for sharing your secrets!!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

You are so welcome!!!! Hope it helped plan your vacation 🌴

[@michaelcalizopacisph.d.8089]

Nice content we will be having our short stay on the island this informative video helps a lot. Thank you very much!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

You are so welcome the island of Oahu has so much to offer, have a wonderful visit. Thanks again for the support.

[@michaelm8497]

Thank you for the quality video! Best Oahu video that really has all the everything you need to know. This video will save you tons of time trying to create your own itinerary. The quality of this video is also impressive. I am pretty sure "sidekick" is Rick Steeves, maybe even better! 😉

[@Victor_Delgadillo]

Best video I’ve seen yet !

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you so much we appreciate the support. It takes us about 30 plus hours to make a video so we appreciate the kind words thank you again 🙏

[@evelynfuentes3327]

Awesome video 😊detail

[@Tidepool]

Cool video thanks 🙏

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thanks for watching! We really appreciate it!!!!

[@gdog962010]

Great video perfect

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

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[@user-iz5ty4mo9l]

Awesome🎉

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thanks 🤗 hope it was helpful

[@user-iz5ty4mo9l]

The best video guide for travelers!!! Thank you🎉.

[@Alrence]

Very helpful! Ty! 🤎 Can’t wait to visit Oahu!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Have fun! The islands of Hawaii are definitely a little bit of paradise 🌸

[@india4441]

Excellent video.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thank you very much! We appreciate the watchtime 😎

[@yvonneliu5127]

What is the night market that you visited at 11:33 ? Also, thank you so much for sharing! Can tell you guy put a lot of effort into your videos! I learned so much :)

[@user-qj2lc5rl6j]

WAIKIKI can be your home like it itls mine but its not for the faint of heart . You must be worthy to to Madame Pele .

[@swatinikhil369]

The best-detailed video. Excellent!! I have an upcoming trip so have been looking for guides and this is the best one. Can you share the Google map links for the loops for North Shore and the other one which has all the site-seeing places highlighted. Thanks in advance!!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Thanks for watching! Hmmmm that’s a good question I’ll have to ask my hubby how we are able to share that.

[@joefisher1972]

I am planning a trip to Oahu next year. What is the best cheapest way besides taking the bus to get to Downtown or Waikiki? Is it easy to get a Uber from the airport? Any ideas? Awesome video! It taught me alot and I just subscribed! Keep up the good work!

[@user-bu7uz9sg7h]

Very good video 😊, could you tell me some good Luau to go to please 🙏. We are going in February

[@karenglaicar5486]

Very nice video with great info. Do you think this is a good island to visit for a 1st timer to Hawaii? My daughter and I want to go at Christmas time but not sure where. Thanks and I am going to watch it again.

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Hi Karen It depends a lot on what u are looking for. Oahu has some good sights but is also the most populous. Check out our top rated visitor guide for the island of Kaui to see an island w a different feel. We’ll also be creating a guide for the Big Island later this month. Check that one out too. All the islands have a different feel so it’s hard to make a specific recommendation.

[@karenglaicar5486]

@@scottsdaletravelchick Thank you

[@BlueTickCH]

Maui bruh

[@user-er3pw2rk8i]

Hello very detailed blog. Would you recommend booking the tours ahead or when we arrived? Also any trusted group or private tour company? Thanks!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

We did everything on our own. There are a ton of tour companies out there, you might want to check with your concierge desk. Like Pearl Harbor you could do on your own, we did a guide to visiting there....kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6nVqniYlqt8fsU

[@Tidepool]

I subbed

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

Lucky person going to Hawaii aloha kia koe

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

Couldn't stop talking about Hawaii is this place called Molokai o Hawaii

[@2000dns]

Who can I rent the Lanikai kayaks from?

[@trishmiller3086]

Can anyone answer how Verizon cell service is throughout Oahu?

[@galaxycheung3746]

How come nobody talk about helicopter tours and submarine tours?

[@1m2rich]

Why are those buildings right up to the ocean?

[@BlueTickCH]

Yes thank you

[@lojastuff]

would have been much better if site names were shown to show spelling

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

thats why we always include a map.

[@matchadoodles]

Was that you whom I met at ilikai elevator today Jan 10,2024? You are going home today?

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

No we traveled there in August.

[@stanleyedwardrangitauira3190]

Wish I no some body that's been to Hawaii before Just saying lol

[@marcielynn4886]

Condolulu😢

[@vincec727]

No. No i wont give it a try. 🤷‍♂️

[@djv5000]

Informative and very helpful! Thanks!

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the support we really appreciate it 😎

[@user-bu7uz9sg7h]

Very good video 😊, could you tell me some good Luau to go to please 🙏. We are going in February

[@scottsdaletravelchick]

I'm sorry I don't have any recommendations. We did stay at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and they offer a luau- of course you have to pay for it even as a hotel guest. It got pretty good reviews. I just posted a hotel review this morning on the Hilton Hawaiian Village that mentions the luau. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqDMc6Vmob6Mj68