Guidebook for Honolulu
Sightseeing
Oldest church, stunning architecture, treasure trove of island history inside and out, free, services in Hawai'ian and English on Sundays, leis for newcomers, next to Mission Houses - 25-30 min walk.
6 locals recommend
Kawaiahao Church
957 Punchbowl StOldest church, stunning architecture, treasure trove of island history inside and out, free, services in Hawai'ian and English on Sundays, leis for newcomers, next to Mission Houses - 25-30 min walk.
3 houses (2 are the oldest), archives, glimpse into 19th century living in Hawai'i, 1 hr tour $10, grounds, peeking in windows and gift shop free, closed Sun/Mon
15 locals recommend
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King St3 houses (2 are the oldest), archives, glimpse into 19th century living in Hawai'i, 1 hr tour $10, grounds, peeking in windows and gift shop free, closed Sun/Mon
Built 1848 summer home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha and other Hawai'ian royalty, guided tour well-worth $2 more than $8 entrance fee, local crafts, gifts, koa products - 10 min bus, 40 min walk
23 locals recommend
Queen Emma Summer Palace
2913 Pali HwyBuilt 1848 summer home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha and other Hawai'ian royalty, guided tour well-worth $2 more than $8 entrance fee, local crafts, gifts, koa products - 10 min bus, 40 min walk
Shopping
Great eats, drinks and shopping! A 30 min walk straight down from condo, better than hunting or paying for parking.
26 locals recommend
Aloha Tower Marketplace
1 Aloha Tower DrGreat eats, drinks and shopping! A 30 min walk straight down from condo, better than hunting or paying for parking.
Food Scene
Two blocks away, this is a fave place to visit for our guests. Well-known for it's CoCoa Puffs, pancakes (and take-away batter to buy). Prepare a leisurely visit; it often has a line. 24hrs
116 locals recommend
Liliha Bakery
515 N Kuakini StTwo blocks away, this is a fave place to visit for our guests. Well-known for it's CoCoa Puffs, pancakes (and take-away batter to buy). Prepare a leisurely visit; it often has a line. 24hrs
Arts & Culture
Held annually on Memorial Day, Lantern Floating Hawaii brings together over 40,000 people on the beach honoring loved ones. This is an unbelievable sight and experience.
74 locals recommend
Yoga Floats
Held annually on Memorial Day, Lantern Floating Hawaii brings together over 40,000 people on the beach honoring loved ones. This is an unbelievable sight and experience.