Premier Pearl Harbor and Hawaiian Kingdom History Tour
Quick Details
- Tour Duration: 5-6 hours
- Availability: 7 days a week, with two tour times daily.
- Languages: Available in English
*This tour will even translate the National Park Service’s 23-minute movie documentary into the visitor’s language.
Adult
$65
$57
Child
$55
$44
Embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Hawaiian history and the pivotal events of December 7th, 1941, with our Premier Pearl Harbor Tour. This half-day excursion not only allows you to visit Pearl Harbor and its famous landmarks but also takes you through Honolulu’s rich history, including key locations that shaped the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Dive into History: Premier Pearl Harbor & Hawaiian Kingdom Tour
Tour Highlights
USS Arizona Memorial
Visit the solemn site where the USS Arizona was struck during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Pay your respects and reflect on the lives lost during this momentous event in history.USS Missouri
Explore the deck of the “Mighty Mo,” where the Japanese surrender documents were signed, marking the end of World War II. A powerful symbol of peace, the USS Missouri provides insight into both the beginning and end of the war.Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
Learn more about the events surrounding the attack at the interactive exhibits in the visitor center, filled with artifacts, historical footage, and more.Downtown Honolulu Tour
After Pearl Harbor, continue your journey through downtown Honolulu, where you’ll visit significant landmarks such as:- Punchbowl National Cemetery: A beautiful and tranquil resting place for fallen soldiers, set in a volcanic crater.
- Kamehameha Statue: A famous tribute to King Kamehameha I, who unified the Hawaiian Islands.
Schedule and Pricing
Tour Duration: 5-6 hours
Departure Times:
- 9:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Please note that all times are approximate.
Operational Days:
7 days a week, with two tour times daily.
- Pickup: Convenient pickups are available from Waikiki hotels, ensuring a stress-free start to your day.
- Accessibility: The tour is accessible to all, including families with young children and those with mobility concerns.
- Full refunds are available for cancellations made 48 hours in advance.
- Full refunds are also provided for cancellations due to weather, low booking numbers, or any other unforeseen circumstances caused by the operator.
- No-shows will be charged the full price of the tour.
USS Arizona Memorial Boat Ticket NOT INCLUDED
This program DOES NOT include the boat tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial. Please visit the USS Arizona Memorial tour to reserve those tickets.
When To Arrive
The Pearl Harbor Multimedia and Virtual Reality Tours are available to start all day long after 7:00 am but must be started with enough time to make the tour stops before the park closes at 5:00 pm. If you have boat tickets, please pick up your multimedia tour smartphone before checking into the boat if you have tickets as it has content that may be viewed on the USS Arizona Memorial.
Accessibility
The visitor center has reserved accessible parking near the entrance. The restrooms, theaters, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desks, drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and the USS Arizona Memorial are all fully accessible to visitors in wheelchairs or scooters. Walking the distance between facilities may be challenging for visitors with mobility issues. Several benches are located throughout the site for opportunities to rest. Please note: The visitor center does not offer wheelchairs to the public. Please use assistive devices with care; walkers with wheels have caused accidents when used as wheelchairs. Stay hydrated in the tropical climate.
For hearing-impaired visitors, all films are fully captioned in English. There is an induction loop for use with hearing aids in the theater. Visually impaired visitors will find signage in braille in addition to tactile models of various interpretive resources throughout the site. Braille booklets regarding Pearl Harbor are available at the information desk.
Bags are Prohibited
Bags are prohibited at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Clear, see-through stadium bags and bags containing medical devices or medication may be allowed into the site at the discretion of the National Park Service. Cameras, cell phones, and wallets are allowed. Bags may be secured in a storage facility near the visitor center entrance for a fee. More information is available on the park’s website.
Weather/Cancellations
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial may be canceled or modified due to high winds and other safety concerns.
Parking
Please plan for traffic and allow time to find parking in one of the nearby parking lots located within walking distance of the visitor center. Taxi cabs and ride-share companies must follow parking lot signage, as well as all pickup and drop-off protocols.
Dress Code
Visitors are reminded that they are visiting a site of the tremendous loss of life in service to our country. Military visitors to the memorial are within the bounds of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, and military regulations relating to military dress are enforced by Navy personnel. Per the Pacific Commander, military visitors in uniform are required to dress in Class B or better in order to gain access to the USS Arizona Memorial. Battle dress uniform is not allowed on the memorial, though it is allowed throughout the visitor center and at sites on Ford Island. Military visitors are welcome to wear civilian clothes when they visit.