Tours and Tickets to Experience Hawaii State Capitol

There are plenty of ways to experience the Hawaii State Capitol. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu
• Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
• Grand Pearl Harbor and City Tour
• Private Pearl Harbor and Honolulu City Tour
• Honolulu Downtown Walking Tour

There is no cost to visit the Hawaii State Capitol—visiting this historic landmark is free and open to the public for self-guided tours. If you’d like to learn more about the building and its role in Hawaiian history, various tours include a stop here: walking tours start from as little as US$5, while small-group history tours are from around US$45.

The hours of operation at the Hawaii State Capitol are typically from 7am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. It is closed every weekend. Opening hours can be impacted by holidays or other special events, so check its website ahead of your visit.

Yes, self-guided tours are available at the Hawaii State Capitol. No guided tours are currently available at this historic landmark, but a tour brochure is offered on-site, which leads visitors through the striking building. Learn about the site’s history and architecture while exploring at your own pace.

Yes, photography for personal use is permitted inside the Hawaii State Capitol. However, some photography equipment—such as tripods and selfie sticks—are not allowed inside. Flash photography is not permitted in certain galleries, so check your camera settings.

Yes, there are several attractions to visit in conjunction with the Hawaii State Capitol. Many sightseeing itineraries include Iolani Palace, Capitol Modern, Hawaii State Library, Kawaiaha’o Church, and the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives.