Downtown Honolulu Self Guided Private Walking Audio Tour

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1 to 2 hours (Approx.)
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Overview

Embark on a self-guided walking tour of Honolulu's rich history. Start at Iolani Palace, delve into royal Hawaiian heritage, then visit the iconic King Kamehameha Statue. Explore the Hawaii State Capitol's modern political significance, marvel at the architectural beauty of Aliʻiolani Hale & Kawaiahaʻo Church, and conclude at Queen Liliʻuokalani Statue, commemorating Hawaii's last monarch.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

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Description

Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue, 417 S King St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Kamehameha certainly lived up to this dramatic start. His contemporaries described him as an intimidating warrior who “moved in an aura of violence.” During the 1700s, numerous chiefs battled for control of the Hawaiian Islands.

NOTE: This 1.6-mile-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Downtown Honolulu in 1-2 hours.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Kawaiahaʻo Church, 957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

That’s Kawaiaha’o Church. At one time, this was the national church of the Hawaiian Kingdom.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives, 553 S King St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

This museum showcases items from Hawaii’s missionary period.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Ali'iolani Hale, 417 King Street, Honolulu, Hawaii

Originally, Kamehameha V built Ali’iolani Hale as a palace for Hawaiian monarchs. But King Kalakaua decided to convert it to government offices.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Honolulu Hale (City Hall), 530 S King St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

King Kalakaua returned from his world tour at the end of 1881. Hawaiians decorated the whole city and strung a grand “Welcome Home” banner across Honolulu Harbor. But as Hawaiians celebrated the return of Kalakaua, others plotted his downfall…

Remember the Reform Party? This was the mostly American political party that slowly took control of Hawaiian politics after the 1875 Reciprocity Treaty.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Patsy Takemoto Mink Statue and Memorial, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

This statue honors a more recent figure in Hawaiian history, Representative Patsy Takemoto Mink.

Patsy Takemoto was a third-generation Japanese-American who grew up in Hawaii.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Sky Gate by Isamu Noguchi, 558 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

When you look at Sky Gate, what do you see? Just a collection of bendy black tubes? Maybe a simple spider web? A three-legged animal? Noguchi himself described Sky Gate as “an evocation to the skies of Hawaii.”

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Hawaii State Capitol, 415 S Beretania St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Prior to the construction of the Capitol Building, Hawaiians used the ‘Iolani Palace as their seat of government. You’ll see the palace soon.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Eternal Flame Memorial, 356-420 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

This memorial honors the men and women who died in the December 7th, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor—“a date which will live in infamy” in the words of President Franklin Roosevelt.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Washington Place, 320 S Beretania St, Downtown, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

See that two-story mansion on our right, set back from the road? That’s Washington Place, the one-time home of Queen Liliʻuokalani!

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Iolani Barracks, 364 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

We’re standing before the Iolani Barracks. Before Dole and the Annexation Club completed their coup against Queen Liliʻuokalani, the Barracks housed the Queen’s Royal Guard.

Stop At: Iolani Palace, 364 S King St, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813

Before us stands Iolani Palace, dating back to 1879. This is the only royal palace in the United States!

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Queen Liliuokalani Statue, between the State Capitol Building and the Iolani Palace, Downtown Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii

As the 1900s wore on, Liliʻuokalani gradually retreated from public life. She took up full-time residence in her home at Washington Place, where Native Hawaiians visited her constantly. To them, she never stopped being their Queen. And in turn, Liliʻuokalani never stopped loving her people. In her memoir, she wrote:

“It is for them that I would give the last drop of my blood; it is for them that I would spend, nay, am spending, everything belonging to me.”

Duration: 10 minutes

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Schedule

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 1 to 2 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time:
    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    Downtown Honolulu Self Guided Walking Audio Tour
    2/7/2024 - 12/17/2025
    Monday - Sunday :09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Return Details:

    Queen Lili‘uokalani Statue, 21024001, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

What's Included

  • Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
  • Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
  • Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the separate app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
  • How to start the tour: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
  • Walking Tours: couples can share one using headphones.
  • Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It's perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
  • Comprehensive Tour Experience: • The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
  • Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
  • Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
  • Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
  • Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app's features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
  • Minimum Mobile OS Requirement: iOS 14 or later / Android 9 (Pie) or later. It is compatible with iPad models that have a GPS chip.

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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