Complete Pearl Harbor Experience Tour Departing from Waikiki Area

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Honolulu, USA

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9 to 11 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

This tour offers you a visit to all 4 of Pearl Harbor’s memorials and museums, including all admissions. You can also learn about the events that led up to the attack on Pearl Harbor as our expert tour guides narrate a riveting World War II narration.

A Day at Pearl Harbor is our most complete Pearl Harbor tour as it features all of the museums and memorials of Pearl Harbor.

A visit to the USS Arizona Memorial, that is located above the wreckage of the sunken battleship, has to be on your list. It gives you an opportunity to remember and honor the heroes who lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor. View the Remembrance Wall with the names of the heroes of December 7, 1941, take a guided tour with a docent on the top deck of the USS Missouri and have time to discover this impressive battleship on your own.

Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

If you flew Southwest Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at Terminal 2, baggage claim 31, area 5. If you flew Hawaiian Airlines into Honolulu Airport we will pick you up at terminal 1, area 1

Start Time • 07:00 AM

What To Expect

Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center

At the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you can explore various exhibits that provide historical context about the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. View a 23-minute documentary film that provides an overview of the attack, its impact, and the significance of the USS Arizona MemorialAfter the introductory exhibits and film, you will board a U.S. Navy-operated boat for a short ride to the USS Arizona Memorial. The 10-minute ride across the harbor is calm and offers views of the surrounding military installationsAdmission tickets to the attractions on your tour are included and will be provided by your guide on the day of your tour
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

USS Arizona Memorial

The USS Arizona Memorial is a white, open-air structure that spans the remains of the sunken battleship. It's a solemn and quiet place, designed to allow visitors to reflect on the sacrifices made by the sailors and Marines who were lost during the attackViewing the Wreckage: Inside the memorial you can look down into the water to see parts of the sunken battleship. The ship's outline is visible just below the surface, and oil droplets, often referred to as "The Tears of the Arizona," can still be seen rising to the surfaceRemembrance Wall: At the far end of the memorial is a wall inscribed with the names of the 1,177 crew members who lost their lives aboard the USS Arizona. This wall serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park

USS Bowfin Submarine (Adm. Incl.) This admission also incudes a headphone set for narration on the submarine. It also includes the admission for the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Battleship Missouri Memorial

Ford Island Transportation USS Missouri Battleship (Adm. Incl.) Deck Tour of the ‘Mighty Mo’ No-Host Lunch Stop at Laniakea Cafe
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2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

USS Oklahoma Memorial

The only land-based memorial at Pearl Harbor, the USS Oklahoma Memorial honors the more than 400 servicemen who lost their lives aboard the ship during the flurry of attacks on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941. Second only in casualties to the USS Arizona on that fateful day, the Oklahoma Memorial on Ford Island.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Admission will be included. This does not the flight simulator.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Downtown Honolulu

On the historic downtown Honolulu portion of the tour, you will experience a blend of Hawaii's rich history, cultural heritage, and modern city life all narrated by our expert guide
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Pass By)

National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific sits on top of extinct volcano also known as Punchbowl. The cemetery is the final resting place for thousands of U.S. military members. The beautifully maintained grounds feature rows of white headstones set against lush greenery. The location of Punchbowl Crater offers stunning views of the surrounding city, including downtown Honolulu, Diamond Head, and the coastline
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Iolani Palace

The only royal palace in the United States. You will learn about Hawaii's monarchy, and hear stories about King Kalākaua and Queen Liliʻuokalani, the last reigning monarchs.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King Kamehameha Statue (Pass By)

From the palace you will view the iconic King Kamehameha Statue, a symbol of Hawaii's unity and strength. The statue is in front of the Aliʻiōlani Hale, the historic building that now houses the Hawaii State Supreme Court.
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Ali'iolani Hale (Pass By)

Our guide will "talk story" of the fascinating history as the original government building of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
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Kawaiahao Church (Pass By)

Often referred to as the "Westminster Abbey of the Pacific," Kawaiahaʻo Church is one of the oldest Christian places of worship in Hawaii. Our guide will teach you about the church’s significance and its role in Hawaii’s religious history.
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What's Included

  • Entry tickets to the attractions on your tour will be provided by your guide on the day of your tour
  • Pick-up and Drop-off service in Waikiki area included
  • Narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights during historic Honolulu portion of tour
  • Gratuities
  • Purses and bags are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags may be stored for $7.00 each
  • Lunch
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Additional Info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Respectful Silence: Visitors are encouraged to maintain a respectful silence while on the USS Arizona Memorial to honor the fallen. The atmosphere is one of reflection and reverence, allowing tourists to connect emotionally with the events of the past
  • Purses and bags are not allowed inside Pearl Harbor. All bags may be stored for $7.00 each
  • Clear plastic bags are allowed, such as those allowed at football games, in which the contents are readily visible
  • Bags containing medical equipment unsuitable for lightweight, plastic, transparent shopping bags are allowed
  • Meals are at your own expense
  • There are a few on-site dining options at the Pearl Harbor Visitors Center and near the Battleship Missouri, such as food trucks, snack stands, or cafes where you can purchase and enjoy food before or after your tour
  • Sites are subject to close due to stormy weather
  • There is no smoking allowed on the visitor center grounds or at the memorial
  • Wear comfortable shoes you will be walking much of the tour
  • No swimwear is allowed
  • If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
  • All entry tickets to the attractions are included and will be provided by your driver on the morning of your tour
  • Not recommended for travelers who cannot walk four city blocks

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-179218P7

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