Guidebook for Honolulu
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Just a three minute walk away if you are in town for one of Hawaii's many conventions hosted here.
40 locals recommend
Hawaii Convention Center
1801 Kalakaua AveJust a three minute walk away if you are in town for one of Hawaii's many conventions hosted here.
A gigantic beach park with running trails, barbecue areas, and cultural festivals that showcase many of Hawaii's amazing cultures. Ideal spot to go surfing, swimming, or watch wedding photo sessions!
74 locals recommend
Yoga Floats
A gigantic beach park with running trails, barbecue areas, and cultural festivals that showcase many of Hawaii's amazing cultures. Ideal spot to go surfing, swimming, or watch wedding photo sessions!
The iconic Diamond Head is on the other side of Waikiki, a great place to do an famous hike for expansive views of Oahu's two mountain ranges and East side
347 locals recommend
Diamond Head State Monument
The iconic Diamond Head is on the other side of Waikiki, a great place to do an famous hike for expansive views of Oahu's two mountain ranges and East side
A TON of places to eat and shop, as well as learn about the historical significance of this sacred Hawaiian place, Helumoa, at the cultural center.
127 locals recommend
Royal Hawaiian Center
2201 Kalakaua AveA TON of places to eat and shop, as well as learn about the historical significance of this sacred Hawaiian place, Helumoa, at the cultural center.
The closest 24 Hour Fitness to the condo, there are also two others nearby in Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. This is the largest of the three.
27 locals recommend
24 Hour Fitness
1680 Kapiolani BlvdThe closest 24 Hour Fitness to the condo, there are also two others nearby in Waikiki and downtown Honolulu. This is the largest of the three.
Essentials
Japanese-style grocery store with everything (and more!) you'd expect. If you have ever wanted to see what grocery shopping is like in Japan or are missing some of your Asian food favorites, go here!
108 locals recommend
Don Quijote
801 Kaheka StJapanese-style grocery store with everything (and more!) you'd expect. If you have ever wanted to see what grocery shopping is like in Japan or are missing some of your Asian food favorites, go here!
A grocery store with parking located in the center of Waikiki
159 locals recommend
FOOD PANTRY Waikiki Kuhio
2370 Kūhiō Ave.A grocery store with parking located in the center of Waikiki
Shopping
Honolulu's famous mall with high-end and local stores, great for shopping, eating, or watching the hula shows that are often found at the Center Stage area.
829 locals recommend
Ala Moana Center
1450 Ala Moana BlvdHonolulu's famous mall with high-end and local stores, great for shopping, eating, or watching the hula shows that are often found at the Center Stage area.
Food Scene
Great Japanese restaurant with sushi and numerous dishes that you'll love trying.
26 locals recommend
Shokudo Japanese Restaurant & Bar
1585 Kapiolani BlvdGreat Japanese restaurant with sushi and numerous dishes that you'll love trying.
One of Hawaii's most iconic restaurants. Definitely check out the fish tacos and Hula Pie. If you are single, hang out on Sundays. If you love live, local music, Duke's is a great spot for that.
311 locals recommend
Duke's Waikiki
2335 Kalakaua AveOne of Hawaii's most iconic restaurants. Definitely check out the fish tacos and Hula Pie. If you are single, hang out on Sundays. If you love live, local music, Duke's is a great spot for that.
One of Hawaii's most loved food spots, Town has farm-to-table dishes by the famous Chef Ed Kenney. Local and organic dishes abound! Excellent cocktails. Make reservations!
80 locals recommend
Town
3458 Waialae AveOne of Hawaii's most loved food spots, Town has farm-to-table dishes by the famous Chef Ed Kenney. Local and organic dishes abound! Excellent cocktails. Make reservations!
12th Ave Grill
1120 12th AveGreat local restaurant for the foodies!
Sabrina's Restaurant
3036 Waialae AveMade-to-order Italian to die for. BYO Wine!
Nobu Honolulu
1118 Ala Moana BlvdA fine dining sushi spot in the heart of Waikiki
Yard House
226 Lewers StGreat Happy Hour specials and hundreds of beer options on tap
Ala Moana Hotel
410 Atkinson DrNew Starbucks opened in the hotel right across the street.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
2754 Woodlawn DrCBTL located across the street at Ala Moana Mall.
Awesome Japanese barbecue spot. If new to it: you order plates of meat and veggies and cook it yourself over a little grill in your table! Great Happy Hour! Cool memory for the family or foodies.
31 locals recommend
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
307 Lewers StAwesome Japanese barbecue spot. If new to it: you order plates of meat and veggies and cook it yourself over a little grill in your table! Great Happy Hour! Cool memory for the family or foodies.
Lots of little spots to eat in this shopping center, from Brazilian to Japanese (ramen) to Thai. Local coffee/tea shop for you to try out momi bubble tea as well!
17 locals recommend
McCully Shopping Center
1960 Kapiolani BlvdLots of little spots to eat in this shopping center, from Brazilian to Japanese (ramen) to Thai. Local coffee/tea shop for you to try out momi bubble tea as well!
Family-owned sandwich shop with my favorite sandwich on the island: the Ahi Avo, smoked ahi tuna and avocado on their fresh baked bread. Also love their energy bars with granola goodness!
26 locals recommend
Andy's Sandwiches & Smoothies
2904 E Manoa RdFamily-owned sandwich shop with my favorite sandwich on the island: the Ahi Avo, smoked ahi tuna and avocado on their fresh baked bread. Also love their energy bars with granola goodness!
Drinks & Nightlife
SKY Waikiki
2270 Kalakaua AveGrab a drink at SKY, one of Waikiki's newest hot spots.
Mai Tai Bar
1450 Ala Moana BlvdLocal favorite for pau hana (after work) specials and live music.
AWESOME live, local Hawaiian music that is not as crowded as the Duke's scene.
8 locals recommend
Kani Ka Pila Grille
2169 Kālia RdAWESOME live, local Hawaiian music that is not as crowded as the Duke's scene.
Sightseeing
The only royal palace in America, this site is rich in Hawaiian history. http://www.iolanipalace.org
263 locals recommend
Iolani Palace
364 S King StThe only royal palace in America, this site is rich in Hawaiian history. http://www.iolanipalace.org
Learn about the alii (Hawaiian royalty) that united the Hawaiian Islands, King Kamehameha. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamehameha_Statues
27 locals recommend
King Kamehameha Statue
447 S King StLearn about the alii (Hawaiian royalty) that united the Hawaiian Islands, King Kamehameha. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamehameha_Statues
One of the most famous beaches in the world, located only a quick bus or car ride away. See the handsome Waikiki Beach Boys and get surf lessons or ride in a canoe! Have a drink at Duke's after!
218 locals recommend
Waikiki Beach
One of the most famous beaches in the world, located only a quick bus or car ride away. See the handsome Waikiki Beach Boys and get surf lessons or ride in a canoe! Have a drink at Duke's after!
If you are coming into town for graduations or academic events, you'll see campus is a short bus or car ride away. Amazing tree specimens and art for a no cost activity.
39 locals recommend
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2500 Campus RdIf you are coming into town for graduations or academic events, you'll see campus is a short bus or car ride away. Amazing tree specimens and art for a no cost activity.
Great park for volleyball and sunbathing by the beach, also a great spot for military history buffs.
50 locals recommend
Fort DeRussy Beach Park
2055 Kālia RdGreat park for volleyball and sunbathing by the beach, also a great spot for military history buffs.
Another awesome beach park. Just walk down the trail and enjoy the views of water and passing surfers.
261 locals recommend
Diamond Head Crater Hike
KapahuluAnother awesome beach park. Just walk down the trail and enjoy the views of water and passing surfers.
Entertainment & Activities
Great, family-friendly museum with all kinds of wonderful exhibits. http://www.bishopmuseum.org
361 locals recommend
Bishop Museum
1525 Bernice StGreat, family-friendly museum with all kinds of wonderful exhibits. http://www.bishopmuseum.org