Complete Pearl Harbor Experience Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Visit the USS Arizona Memorial
- Explore the Battleship USS Missouri
- Learn at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
- See the Bowfin Submarine
- Enjoy round-trip Waikiki transportation
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Waikiki area
- Admission to Pearl Harbor sites
- Guided tours of USS Arizona Memorial and USS Missouri
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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 Memorial After 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 installations Admission tickets to the attractions on your tour are included and will be provided by your guide on the day of your tour
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 attack Viewing 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 surface Remembrance 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
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.
Ford Island Transportation USS Missouri Battleship (Adm. Incl.) Deck Tour of the ‘Mighty Mo’ No-Host Lunch Stop at Laniakea Cafe
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.
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Admission will be included. This does not the flight simulator.
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
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
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.
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.
Pass by: Our guide will "talk story" of the fascinating history as the original government building of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
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.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is wheelchair accessible.
- Service animals are allowed on the tour.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle.
- Parking is available at the pickup location in Waikiki.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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
- NOTE: Pick up time is up to 30 minutes or more before the listed tour time. We will contact you the day before via text/email with approx pick up time and location.
Traveler reviews
Nothing Remarkable About The Company. Pearl Harbor Is Amazing
Other than providing a shuttle to and from Waikīkī, and having pre paid tickets. there is nothing remarkable or memorable about the service provided by this company. In actuality it probably over priced. The driver tried too hard. He actually made a few customers uncomfortable (not me). All he did was drop us off and pick us up providing a little entertainment on the way. The low rating really comes from the company’s vehicle. It was oldish and definitely could have used a polishing and deep cleaning of the interior. The WORST part was that the air conditioning was broken and since the bus was filled with passengers we were all miserable. In fact two ticket holders demanded that they be allowed to leave before we left Pearl Harbor, taking an Uber or taxi back into town. Pearl Harbor and its history is totally worth while seeing and experiencing. I wholeheartedly recommend a visit here to experience history and pay your respects to those that gave their all and some their lives so that we can have the lives we have today. Like I said there was nothing worth recommending about using this company
It was a fun, interactive bus ride that included a trip to Pearl Harbor. The bus driver and tour guide was great and fun
This tour was wonderful! We had plenty of time at Pearl Harbor and got a full tour. They also take you around all the important parts of the city and explain everything from history to current events. Our bus driver was wonderful and funny. A 5/5 experience!
Great experience,...
Great experience, everybody did a great job explaining the tour. driver let us know where to go and when to be there. No pickup or drop off problems.
Complete Pearl Harbor tour, with transport and tickets
This is largely a self-guided tour of the Pearl Harbor.museums, though participants are driven to and from Pearl Harbor and there are a couple of guided stops on the way back. Comprehensive tickets are provided for all the activities at Pearl Harbor, and guides on site provide some explanations on board the Missouri battleship and at the Arizona memorial. The tour essentially provides the convenience of not having to obtain your own tickets (which for the Arizona memorial can be difficult unless done well in advance, since those unlike the other sights at Pearl are free) and pick up and drop off at your hotel, which was done in a timely manner; you then move at your own pace through the various Pearl museums, except for the Arizona which is timed as you need to take a boat shuttle to get there. You get your own lunch, which can easily be done by the Missouri or near the Arizona museum and Bowfin sub. Recommended if you are comfortable with moving at you own pace but don’t want to have to arrange all your own tickets and transport. The exhibits and museums at Pearl Harbor are amazing and must sees for anyone interested in American and WWII history, taking you from the start of American entry into the war with the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor to the Japanese surrender on the deck of the Missouri. Don’t miss the Aviation Museum, with a great collection of aircraft from WWII onwards, or the Bowfin and the adjoining submarine museum, which demonstrate the critical role subs played in the Pacific and what it was like to be on them.
Wonderful tour
The tour was wonderful. Only issue we had was it was self guided and didn’t know that. Having them get all the tickets and not worrying about parking was wonderful. Our tour guide Darcy was excellent. With lots of little history tidbits about the area was great.