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Major Hawaii Attractions

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Hawaiian islands offer many things to see and do, including the Haleakala National Park, USS Arizona Memorial and Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. For more information about visiting Hawaii and for travel tips, visit our Hawaii page.

Honolulu and Oahu Attractions

Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous and popular beaches, is a two-mile stretch of coast fronted by hotels. Waikiki Beach offers warm waters and sandy beaches. You can enjoy snorkeling, surfing and relaxing in the sun.

Surfing on Sunset Beach in Hawaii
Sunset Beach, located on Oahu's north shore, is a great surfing site during the winter with fifteen to twenty-foot waves. In the summer when the waters are calmer, you can swim and snorkel.

USS Arizona Memorial and the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park
Visitors can learn about Pearl Harbor at the USS Arizona Memorial Visitor Center and take a ferry to the USS Arizona Memorial. You can also go below the deck of the Bowfin, a World War II submarine.

Waikiki Aquarium
Founded in 1904, the Waikiki Aquarium is the third oldest public aquarium in the United States. It is home to over 2,500 animals representing more than 420 species. The Waikiki Aquarium is located in Queen Kapiolani Park, on the southern shoreline of the island of Oahu.

Maui Attractions

Haleakala National Park
Haleakala National Park extends from the 10,023-foot summit of Haleakala, the largest dormant volcano in the world, to the Kipahulu coast near Hana. Hike the national park, enjoying waterfalls and beautiful scenery.

Slaughterhouse Beach
A hot summer bodysurfing spot, Slaughterhouse Beach is located in northwestern Maui. Enjoy snorkeling and Hawaiian marine like including colorful fish and turtles.

The Big Island of Hawaii Attractions

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
The park is home to two active volcanoes Mauna and Kilauea. Park visitors can enjoy hiking, bird watching, stargazing, wildlife viewing and other activities. Kilauea Visitor Center, located just inside the park entrance, offers visitor information and exhibits. Films and videos are shown in the auditorium throughout the day.

Nani Mau Gardens
Located 3 miles south of Hilo Airport on Highway 11, Nani Mau Gardens offer 20 acres of gardens, including the European Garden, the Anthurium Hapu'u Fern Garden, the Orchid Garden, Water Gardens. Stroll through the gardens and enjoy the beautiful collections of flowers.

Akaka Falls State Park
Offers a 0.4-mile self-guided walk through lush tropical vegetation and to scenic vista points. Enjoy views of the cascading Kahuna Falls and the free falling 'Akaka Falls.