Aloha Tower Marketplace
101 Ala Moana Blvd.
Honolulu, HI 96813-4815
808-528-5700
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Admission Free
This double-decker mall adjacent to Honolulu Harbor has shops, indoor and outdoor restaurants, and live entertainment. The observation deck offers a fabulous view of the harbor.

Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice St.
Honolulu, HI 96817-2704
808-848-4129
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Admission Charged
Founded in 1889, the museum began with royal possessions, but it is now world-famous for its displays of the best of Polynesia. There is also a planetarium in the museum.

Chinatown
King St., between Smith and River Sts.
Honolulu, HI 96817-5139
This historic neighborhood has everything from art galleries to Chinese and Thai restaurants. An open-air market completes the scene, making this one of the best Chinatowns in the country.

Hanauma Bay
7455 Kalanianaole Hwy.
Honolulu, HI 96825
808-396-4229
This overlook is one of the most beautiful spots in Hawaii, and the view covers the whole bay. Visitors can even see the reefs through the clear waters, as well as crowds of snorkelers.

Hawaii IMAX Theater
325 Seaside Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815-2518
808-923-4629
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Admission charged
With a screen five stories high and 70 feet wide, this theater presents incredible movie experiences. All-digital stereo sound enhances the experience even more. Kids will love the family-friendly films.

Hawaii Maritime Center
Pier 7, Ala Moana Blvd.
Honolulu, HI 96813
808-536-6373
The main exhibits of this center focus on Hawaii's whaling days, the history of Honolulu Harbor, the Clipper seaplane, and surfing and wind-surfing in Hawaii. A century-old ship serves as part of the working museum, as does a reproduction of the ancient Hawaiian ships.

Hawaii's Plantation Village
94-695 Waipahu St.
Waipahu, Hawaii 96797-2601
808-677-0110
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Admission Charged
This plantation is full of authentic furnishings from Hawaii's plantation period. Asian art and architecture are the stars of the show, along with many interesting antiques and relics.

Honolulu Zoo
151 Kapahulu Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815-4013
808-971-7171
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Admission Charged
Noted for its incredible beauty, this zoo offers more than just a look at animals. During the summer months, the zoo produces free programs of singing, dancing and island entertainment.

Iolani Palace
364 S King St,
Honolulu, HI 96813-2900
808-522-0832
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Admission Charged
Built in 1882, "America's only royal residence" has been beautifully restored. Guided tours reveal everything from throne rooms to meeting halls.

Kodak Hula Show
2805 Monsarrat Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815-4020
808-627-3379
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Admission Free
This free one-hour presentation is one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. Dancing, music and all sorts of traditional entertainment create a wonderful show.

Moanalua Gardens
1401 Mahiole St.
Honolulu, HI 96819-1750
808-833-1944
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Admission Free
This lovely park is the site of a major hula festival during the summer. It is also a great place to visit for hiking, walking and enjoying the beauty of Hawaii.

Polynesian Cultural Center
55-370 Kamehameha Hwy.
Laie, Hawaii 96762-1113
808-293-3333
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Admission Charged
Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Fiji, the Marquesas, New Zealand and Tonga are all represented in this wonderful center. Shows, demonstrations, IMAX films, shopping and handicrafts complete the experience. This is a great place for families to go, especially for the two-hour nightly show.

Sea Life Park
2552 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815-3662
808-259-7933
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Admission Charged
This marine park has everything from dolphins to whales to penguins. A 300,000-gallon Hawaiian reef tank is one of the highlights, as is The Pacific Whaling Museum. The location itself is breathtaking.

Wahiawa Botanical Gardens
1396 California Ave.
Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786-2534
808-621-7321
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Admission Charged
More than 27 acres of unique plants and flowers fill this lovely garden. The garden is incredibly peaceful and many of its plants are stunning.

Dole Pineapple Pavilion
64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy.
Wahiawa, HI 96786
808-621-8408
Tours held 9am – 5:30pm daily
Admission Charged
This center is dedicated to the pineapple, and it is a wonderful stop on a tour of the island. Exhibits and a tram tour of a field complete the pavilion.

Waikiki Aquarium
2777 Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815-4027
808-923-9741
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Admission Charged
More than 300 different types of Pacific and Hawaiian marine life are on display here, including a giant clam. Many exhibits and movies complement the interesting creatures.

Waimea Valley
59-864 Kamehameha Hwy.
Haleiwa, HI 96712-9406
808-638-8511
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Admission Charged
This 1,800-acre attraction features a look at early Hawaiian life in the midst of an impressive garden that has more than 2,500 species of plants. Visitors can watch amazing cliff dives and participate in less dangerous Hawaiian games.