Overview

Visit Pearl Harbor and have access to the USS Arizona Memorial. We arrive early—before the big motorcoaches and crowds—so you can experience this powerful site in a more peaceful setting. Your guide personally walks you into Pearl Harbor National Park, giving a full orientation to help you navigate the site with confidence. You'll have ~3 hours for a self-guided visit, including the museums and boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial (Tickets First Come First Serve). This is the only tour that also includes a guided walk through Historic Downtown Honolulu, visiting ʻIolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, and more. Small group (max. 14) for a comfortable, respectful experience.

What's Included

Meeting and Pickup

What To Expect

1. 1

   Pearl Harbor National Memorial

   Your Guide gives a brief overview of the park so you can make the most of your visit. Self-Guided visit of Pearl Harbor National Park Museums, Souvenir Shop, Pearl Harbor Movie and Boat Ride to USS Arizona Memorial.

   2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

2. 2

   USS Arizona Memorial

   Daniels Hawaii will arrange tickets for the boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial (First Come First Serve). In case you do not receive a ticket we will help you with the Stand-By Line. Take the boat ride over to the USS Arizona Memorial. Make sure to take pictures and remember the fallen. The round trip boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial is organized by the Navy.

   1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

3. 3

   Iolani Palace

   Walk around ʻIolani Palace, the only royal palace in the U.S., during your guided Downtown Honolulu tour. Learn about Hawaii’s monarchy, the 1893 overthrow, and the palace’s historic transformation. A must-see photo stop and cultural highlight.

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4. 4

   Ali'iolani Hale

   Aliʻiōlani Hale is a historic 1874 building in Downtown Honolulu, now home to Hawaii’s Supreme Court. It’s known for the iconic King Kamehameha Statue standing in front and its role in Hawaii’s royal and judicial history.

   15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

5. 5

   Aloha Tower Marketplace

   "The Statue of Liberty of Hawaii" - Learn why some people in Hawaii call the Aloha Tower, Statue of Liberty. Take a nice picture in front of the famous Aloha Tower and let our guide tell you what happened to the Tower AFTER the attack on Pearl Harbor.

   10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

6. 6

   King Kamehameha Statue

   Many visitors recognize the King Kamehameha Statue from the TV show Hawaii Five-0, but its significance goes far beyond television. During your tour, you'll learn about King Kamehameha the Great, the unifier of the Hawaiian Islands, the legacy of the Hawaiian monarchy, and the fascinating story behind why two identical statues exist.

Additional Info

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately
• Minimum of 4 Guests per Tour
• Pearl Harbor Parks Department does not allow tour guides to tour the Visitor Center or USS Arizona Memorial with guests; therefore, this ~3-hour portion of your tour is self-guided.
• The tour route might change e.g. due to traffic
• Early Access Pearl Harbor tours begin at approximately 6:30 AM. Additional departures (around 8:15 AM and 10:15 AM) may be added when the early departure sells out. If early access is full, guests will be notified and placed on a later departure time.
• Access to the USS Arizona Memorial is controlled by the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy and may be limited or unavailable due to operational or capacity restrictions. Daniels Hawaii facilitates access to the USS Arizona Memorial either via boat tickets or the official standby process; however, ticket availability is controlled by the National Park Service and cannot be guaranteed. If boat access or standby entry is not granted, this is beyond our control and does not qualify for a refund. Guests may still enjoy the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits, memorial grounds, and the remainder of the tour as scheduled. Please note that the Pearl Harbor portion of the tour is self-guided, and tour routes or timing may vary due to traffic or operational conditions.
• This experience will have a maximum of 14 travelers
• 1–14 travelers per booking
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted, one per booking

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