Honolulu event weekends: what to do between sessions
Waikiki beach, Diamond Head and Pearl Harbor, with Oahu's North Shore an hour away.
Events we cover in Honolulu
Arriving
Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL) is 25 minutes from Waikiki.
Where to stay
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Waikiki back streets | A few blocks from the beach. |
| Mid-range | Waikiki beachfront | Walk to the sand. |
| Splurge | Ko Olina and Kahala | Resorts away from the crowds. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Waikiki Sand Villa Hotel
- Mid-range: Moana Surfrider
- Splurge: The Kahala Hotel and Resort
Tours
Where to eat
With kids
- Hanauma Bay (reservation).
- Waikiki Aquarium.
Rainy-day backups
- Bishop Museum.
- Iolani Palace.
Free things to do
- Waikiki beach.
- Ala Moana Beach Park.
Getting around
- TheBus and rideshare; rent a car for the island loop.