Top Oahu Cultural Tours

Maximize your chances of seeing some of Oahu's most exciting marine life with this tour that takes you onto the water and to tropical reefs and one of Hawaii’s popular shipwrecks. As you cruise keep an eye out for *honu* (sea turtles), eels, reef sharks, dolphins, and schools of tropical fish, all visible from the deck through the boat's glass bottom.

Experience the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands at the Polynesian Cultural Center, featuring tickets, a gateway buffet, and a show. Explore six island villages with hands-on activities and cultural demonstrations, then enjoy island-inspired cuisine at the Gateway Buffet. End the day with HĀ: Breath of Life, a dynamic show featuring over 100 performers. This immersive visit supports a nonprofit committed to preserving culture and funding local education.

From Waikiki all the way to the North Shore of Oahu - this all day tour provides you with the best "Taste of Hawaii" all in one day. Take advantage of the small group setting and sit back and relax as we drive up from the East Side of Oahu all the way up to the Famous North Shore of Oahu. We will share of story of Oahu while viewing all the top sightseeing spots and eating some great local food along the way. Benefits of this tour: ・Learn about culture, people, history of Oahu from our local driver. ・Small Group Tour with a more personalized experience ・We limit the capacity around 10 people for your comfort ・Choose from a vast selection of lunch options at the Kahuku Sugar Mill Food Trucks (Giovanni's Shrimp Truck, Da Bald Guy, Seven Brothers, Ry's Poke Shack, Raised by the Waves Vegan Cafe, Kolohe Cafe and a bunch of other food trucks as well) *cost of lunch is not included ・Hassle-free pickup from your accommodations in included from the Waikiki and Ala Moana areas

Deepen your understanding of the history of Pearl Harbor while enjoying the freedom to explore at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. Explore the visitor center, two museums, and shoreline while Jamie Lee Curtis, park rangers, historians, and Pearl Harbor survivors bring the story of the attack on Pearl Harbor to vivid life.

This private bundle includes six self-guided audio tours covering Oahu’s top sights, from the Grand Circle to Waikiki and downtown. Ranging from one to eight hours, the tours use GPS narration and music to guide your drive. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, offline and away from crowds, with tours that never expire.

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the South Pacific with a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center in Oahu. Join in activities such as ukulele lessons and canoe rides, and learn traditional customs from villagers spanning Samoa, Fiji, Tahiti, Tonga, Hawaii, and more. Feast on a sumptuous Hawaiian buffet dinner while watching live performances.

See Waikiki and Honolulu in a unique way: by cruising across the city on a trolley, getting on and off at your leisure. This enlightening experience lets you be flexible while discovering new things you may not find on your own. Your driver shares information about Honolulu’s history and culture, from Hawai’i’s monarchy to World War II. See Chinatown, Hawai’i State Capital, National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, and more.

See the best of Oahu in a day with this comprehensive full-day tour. Save time reading up on the history of the island, and instead let a guide tell you all about it and take you to its most interesting locations. Highlights include Turtle Beach, filming locations from "Hawaii Five-0", Halona Blowhole, Waimanalo Beach, Sunset Beach Park, and the Dole Plantation.

Walking tours are a great way to explore a city, but they can tire you out, particularly if you're in the hot sun. This small-group Segway tour of Honolulu gets you to spots you can't easily experience on a driving tour, in a quicker and lower impact way than exploring on foot.

Enjoy an Hawaiian experience that combines history, agriculture, and delicious beverages. Oahu’s first and only rum tasting room, Ko Hana. Try fresh pressed cane juice and learn about the history of sugar cane in Hawaii; walk through a garden of native Hawaiian sugar canes, and finish with a tasting of four rums accompanied by a selection of barrel-aged snacks.

Experience Oahu’s natural beauty on a thrilling, private helicopter ride. Depart from Honolulu International Airport and see the sights from above as you listen to insightful commentary from your dedicated pilot. See the Waikiki shoreline, Makapu’u lighthouse, Kailua Beach, and Kaneohe Bay, and then fly above the Dole Pineapple Plantation and see the striking Pearl Harbor USS Arizona monument from the sky.

Diamond Head State Monument is one of Oahu’s largest visitor attractions. Because the Diamond Head Visitor Center does not offer guided tours, this audio hiking tour is an absolute must. On this self-guided tour, you easily navigate your own hike to the summit with an audio guide to tell you all about the sights and the stories behind them.

Discover downtown Honolulu’s historic sites with this guided walking tour. Walk around to the top attractions such as the King Kamehameha Statue, Iolani Palace, Kawaiaha’o Church, State Capitol, and Queen Lili’uokalani Statue, and learn about Hawaii’s rich history, culture, and stories. Going with a historian guide means you gain insights you won't find anywhere else.

Enjoy beautiful and rarely traveled Oahu sights, without the hassle of driving in traffic or boarding a crowded bus. Hit many of your Hawaii agenda items in one full day with a private circle island tour. Customize it to the tropical nature, beautiful beaches, traditional culture, and history that you want to see, and spend as much time as you would like. Relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned Mercedes van on your way there and back.

Discover the best that Oahu has to offer with a private guide on this customizable island tour. This full-day tour gives you the flexibility to choose the destinations that interest you most. Visit the famous North Shore, Diamond Head, the Dole Plantation, the Halona Blowhole, and several beaches, just to name a few. Spend as little or as much time exploring each location for a well-rounded experience.

For travelers to Hawaii, experiencing a luau is often at the top of the bucket list. But with so many options to choose from, knowing what to look for is challenging. This evening luau at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki combines feasting and hula dancing with fire and knife performances to create an unforgettable night beneath the stars. Tailor your experience by choosing a show-only option or upgrading to premier seating.

Discover Oahu's essential sites on a full-day tour exploring beaches, blowholes, Byodo-In Temple, farms, and more—with a snorkeling experience at a beach frequented by sea turtles. Unlike tours that focus on just one area, this itinerary samples a little bit of everything. That gives you a comprehensive introduction, with stops for fresh pineapple ice cream, macadamia nuts, and chilled coconuts.

Who would imagine that such a happy place has such a tragic history? Hawaii's tumultuous encounter with the outside world began with the arrival of Captain Cook, whom they ate, sort of, for his troubles. A few years later, King Kamehameha celebrated his conquest of Oahu in 1795 by sacrificing his own cousin. The missionaries, who arrived in 1820, came here to do good... and did very well. Then there was the demographic bomb of waves of imported labor to cut sugar cane. Then the overthrow of the monarchy, annexation, and statehood. In the meantime, there was Pearl Harbor. And it seems that for all of that, we're just getting started.

Avoid crowds and the long lines to enter one of O'ahu's most-visited landmarks. This small-group excursion takes you to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, where you can explore the sites at your own pace. While visiting the somber sites, learn all about the events of that infamous day. On the way back, stop at sites important to the history of Hawaii, such as the King Kamehameha Statue and Iolani Palace.

Get out onto the water in Oahu for a marine-life spotting cruise, even if you have limited to spare. This glass-bottom boat tour is the perfect introduction to Hawaiian sea life, as the expert captain and crew help spot creatures like green sea turtles, migrating whales, and dolphins. Unlike other catamaran cruises, this one lets you look below the surface of the water.

If you have just one day to explore Oahu, the Circle Island Drive is a must—taking in all the island’s highlights in just one day. This full-day tour from Honolulu visits Nu’uanu Pali, Byodo-In Temple, Tropical Farms Macadamia Nut Farm, the Dole Plantation, and Waimea Valley. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore Oahu's wildlife-rich waters on a sightseeing cruise that conveniently departs from Honolulu. Get a fresh perspective on Diamond Head and other South Shore landmarks as you stretch out on the spacious decks or under a shade cover. The seasoned crew helps spot dolphins, sea turtles, and occasionally humpback whales—plus, you can peer through magnifying glass portholes for a look underwater.

Circle the Island of Oahu by coach, enjoying ocean views, rugged mountains, and fascinating history during this full-day tour. Check out Diamond Head, Nu’uanu Pali lookout, the Halona Blowhole, Waimea Valley and Oahu’s beautiful North Shore. Soak up Hawaiian history and culture with a stop at the Dole Plantation and the serene, Japanese-style Byodo-In Temple. This Oahu circle island tour also includes entrance fees at the temple and round-trip hotel transport.