Top Oahu Historical Tours - page 4

This Pearl Harbor tour departs from Waikiki and includes visits to both the USS Arizona Memorial (tickets cannot be guaranteed) and the USS Missouri battleship. Beforehand, you'll have the chance to learn about the Japanese attack at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, including its powerful documentary. The ride back to Waikiki takes you past Punchbowl (the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific) and the King Kamehameha statue.

Seeing Pearl Harbor is a must-do while on Oahu, but visiting typically requires an early morning line up for tickets. This small-group guided tour lets you skip the hassle of securing tickets and includes hotel pickup from Honolulu. You'll visit the USS Arizona Memorial and USS Battleship Missouri and learn all about that infamous day.

Visit the top stops of the North Shore of Oahu with this small-group tour. You'll see dozens of local points of interest, including the Dole Plantation, Haleiwa Town. Turtle Beach, and North Shore surf spots, to name a few. You'll also have plenty of time to stop and snack at local food trucks before making your way back to your hotel.

Catch tribute bands of your favorite artists at the ‘Rock-a-Hula’s 'Hawaiian Journey' show in Waikiki. Discover Hawaii's rich history from the 1920s to present-day, accompanied by a live band and dancers.

Get a comprehensive overview of Oahu's landmarks and highlights on this circle island tour. Enjoy a small-group setting to ensure personal attention from your local guide while seeing over thirty local attractions. See the surf and sand at Waikiki Beach, enjoy free Macadamia Nut Coffee and Nuts before a local lunch, learn about the history of Haleiwa town. Get the insider info about favorite local eateries and see filming locations for various movies and television shows. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

Wake up in the morning and enjoy a sail around Oahu aboard a traditional, all-wood Polynesian canoe. This small-group tour has a strong focus on Hawaiian heritage and guests can learn about the stories and history of the tropical state. While onboard, guests also enjoy hands-on activities like making food, clothing, and tools with traditional items.

Experience a traditional Hawaiian Luau in a scenic location. The evening begins with a variety of cultural activities ideal for all ages. Learn how to make a coconut headband, string flower lei, or dance hula, and then sit down for a buffet dinner with a large selection of Hawaiian specialties like Kalua pork and Huli Huli chicken. Then settle in for the main event: an award-winning Polynesian fire dance performance.

Pedal a shared bike to top breweries in Honolulu's vibrant Kaka'ako arts district. In the company of no more than 10 beer lovers, head for three different hip spots where you can sip craft brews from local breweries and tasting rooms. Bring your own playlist to enjoy as you pedal past Honolulu's most colorful murals.

Explore Oahu on this full-day minibus tour with a small group and a local guide. With your small group of 24-28 people or fewer, make plenty of stops at the island's highlights, including snorkeling with green sea turtles on the North Shore. See the Dole Plantation, the Halona Blowhole, Diamond Head, and Makapu’u Beach during this day-long outing. Round-trip transportation from Waikiki hotels is included.

As one of the most popular attractions on Oahu, visiting Pearl Harbour typically requires waiting in a long ticket line. This guided tour lets you skip the hassle and enjoy more time exploring the historic site and museums. Afterward, you'll enjoy a driving tour of downtown Honolulu's top sights, including the King Kamehameha statue.

Book this private Honolulu rainforest driving audio tour for an Oahu adventure you can enjoy with your own group. Follow turn-by-turn directions on your smartphone app and stop at designated spots such as Tantalus Lookout at Puu Ualakaa State Park. The audio narration shares local Hawaiian stories, history, and culture as you explore at your own pace.

Come along on this 5 hour tour of historical sites, including the Historic Downtown Honolulu, Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the USS Arizona Memorial.

See locations in real life that you’re used to seeing in your favorite TV shows and movies on this Hummer tour. Choose between three different tour options (South Shore, North Shore, or Circle Island) that cover filming locations on the island of Oahu. The South Shore tour includes spots from ‘Blue Hawaii,’ ‘Jurassic World,’ and ‘Lost.’ The North Shore tour focuses mostly on areas seen in ‘Lost,’ but also includes places where scenes were shot from ‘Karate Kid II,’ ‘Pearl Harbor,’ and ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall.’ The Circle Island tour is also focused mostly on ‘Lost.”

Circle the island of Oahu on this private tour to discover the area's highlights. See the turquoise waves, famous for surfing and the soft sand beaches, as well as more than 30 other popular attractions. Get personalized attention from your guide as you visit attractions such as the Dole Plantation, historic Haleiwa town, and various locations made famous by feature films.

Explore Oahu's most popular spots all in one day on this tour, including transportation to and from your hotel. Travel comfortably around the island in an air-conditioned coach or minivan as you pass by Diamond Head and North Shore Surfing Beaches. Make stops at the Dole Plantation, Kualoa Ranch and a variety of lookout points.

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.

Immerse yourself in Hawaiian culture on a tour of Oahu’s most significant historical venues. For those who want more than just a beach vacation, get the benefits of a private tour, insider knowledge from a kama’aina (native Hawaiian), and an immersive experience. Visit cultural sites around the island and learn the stories behind their significance. Enjoy a snack and beverages while your guide personalizes your experience and shows you the Aloha spirit.

With its mix of historic sightseeing, local culture, and Hawaii's natural beauty, this Oahu Tour is perfect for travelers that want to see more of this island paradise in just one day. As you cruise the scenic North Shore of Oahu, you can enjoy must-see sights, like the USS Arizona Memorial, Dole Plantation, historic Haleiwa Town, and Sunset Beach Park. With a guide, easy transportation, and this tour is perfect for experiencing Oahu's top sights.

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.

Visit the Bishop Museum, one of the most popular attractions in Oahu, with this prepaid admission ticket. Rated the number one museum attraction in Hawaii by TripAdvisor and founded in 1889, this venue contains informative exhibits on Hawaiian culture and traditions. Witness a fascinating live lava demonstration and recline in a comfortable seat to enjoy a celestial planetarium show. Learn about Hawaii's history and its relationship to the Pacific islands and the rest of the world.

Immerse yourself the events of December 7, 1941 that catapulted the U.S. into World War II by exploring the Pearl Harbor Battleship tour in Oahu. Begin with the USS Arizona Memorial Experience, which includes crossing the harbor on a Navy vessel to the sunken battleship; then continue to explore the Battleship Missouri Memorial and USS Oklahoma Memorial.

Experience Oahu the way locals share it with friends. This small-group (14 max) Circle Island tour is built around great stories, good vibes, and guides who treat you like family from the moment you step into the van. We’ve crafted a route that hits the island’s most unforgettable highlights in one smooth, easy day: dramatic lookouts, peaceful temples, world-class beaches, movie-scene valleys, fresh North Shore shrimp, and the laid-back charm of Haleiwa. You’ll explore iconic stops like Diamond Head, Pali Lookout, Turtle Bay, and the Dole Plantation — all with a guide who knows the island inside and out. We don’t rush, we don’t crowd, and we don’t treat you like a number. By the time we drop you back off, it won’t feel like you spent the day on a tour — it’ll feel like you just explored Oahu with new friends who can’t wait to show you their favorite places. If you want, I can also make an even shorter punchy version for the “Why Travelers Choose This Tour” section.

Get off the typical tourist path and discover sacred sites with a local guide. This half-day outing takes you to five or six locations around the island, each of which has a fascinating story behind its cultural significance. Learn about the history, geology, and spiritual practices of Hawaii as you explore this tropical haven.

Learn about Hawaiian culture as you visit spiritually and historically significant sites around Oahu on this private tour. You'll hear about life and traditions on the island while stopping by places such as Byodo-In Temple. By booking this tour, you'll have the chance to see more of Oahu outside of your resort area with transport planned for you.