All Honolulu Tours & Excursions in 2026

You can find many highly rated Honolulu tours, and these are the top picks based on customer reviews:

• Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa 9 Hour Tour
• Salute to Pearl Harbor Including USS Arizona
• Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch
• Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore in Small Group
• Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations Plus Snorkeling

Yes, guided tours in Honolulu will give you an insider’s view of the city and its history that you can’t get on your own. Many include convenient hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and lunch. Your local guide will also give you tips and recommendations to make your Honolulu visit more memorable.

Per one customer who booked Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa 9-Hour Tour, “Marlon was a fantastic tour guide! Was very knowledgeable about his island and heritage. It was very relaxing and organized. I highly recommend!”

Expect to pay US$40 and up per person for a Honolulu tour. Full-day circle island tours and snorkeling excursions are more expensive, costing US$120 and up. These tours typically have multiple stops with snacks or lunch included. You’ll find a wide range of prices for tours of Pearl Harbor, so be sure to read the tour details for information on what they include when comparing.

On the lower end of the price range, you can book tours such as the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Ticket with Audio Tour and Shuttle for US$28 per person. The self-guided tour includes admission to the museum, but it doesn’t include in-person, expert commentary. Pricier options include this Full-Day Customized North Shore Private Tour (from US$2,093 per group), which is a completely private and personalized experience of Oahu with a local expert guide.

The most popular tours in Honolulu are Pearl Harbor tours, Circle Island tours, and snorkeling excursions. Pearl Harbor tours will focus on history, and you’ll typically visit the USS Arizona Memorial and the Punchbowl National Cemetery. Other tours take you to landmarks like the Dole Plantation and Waimea Valley.

Consider an all-day or multi-day Honolulu tour to see as much of the area as possible. For example, if you take the Oahu Deluxe Grand Circle Island Tour, you’ll see Diamond Head, Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout, the Halona Blowhole, Waimea Valley, and Oahu’s North Shore, plus a stop at the Dole Plantation.

You'll want to have at least three days in Honolulu to experience the highlights like Waikiki Beach, Pearl Harbor, and Diamond Head Crater. With more time, you can visit other parts of Oahu or go on a snorkeling excursion to explore the creatures under the sea.

December is the rainiest month in Honolulu, and the rainy season runs from November through March. While most people choose to visit during the summer months, the rainy season also coincides with whale-watching season, and it can be a great time to visit to avoid the crowds.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Honolulu:

• Waikiki Beach
• Waikiki Trolley
• Makapu‘u Point Lighthouse Trail
• Royal Hawaiian Center
• Cirque du Soleil ʻAuana

View Viator’s guide to all the best attractions in Honolulu.

There are tons of great trips to take from Honolulu. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Grand Circle Island and Haleiwa 9-Hour Tour
• Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore in Small Group
• Majestic Circle Island Tour with Lunch
• Oahu’s Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, & Nuuanu Pali Lookout
• Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations Plus Snorkeling

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Honolulu. Here are some of the best Honolulu activities under US$40:

• Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
• Tribute to Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial Tour
• Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail and Shuttle Service
• Bishop Museum General Admission Ticket
• Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Ticket with Audio Tour and Shuttle

There are tons of Honolulu activities that you can enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• All-Inclusive Ultimate Circle Island Tour, Waimea Falls & Lunch
• Waikiki Catamaran Adventure: Snorkel with Sea Turtles
• Diamond Head Crater
• Hike Trail to Waterfall & Nature Walk
• Beginner Scuba Diving Adventure with Videos in Honolulu

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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Honolulu. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore in Small Group
• Mauka Warriors Luau Honoring Polynesia’s Forgotten History
• Private Surf Lessons in Honolulu
• Waikiki Friday Fireworks Cruise, Including Transportation
• Private 45 Minute Helicopter Tour with Romantic Landing

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Honolulu has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Private Fishing Charter for Family and Friends in Honolulu
• Oahu Circle Island: Snorkel with Turtles & Explore in Small Group
• Bishop Museum General Admission Ticket
• Oahu Dolphin Watch with Turtle Snorkel & Water Slide
• Family-Friendly Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Downtown with Private Transportation

View all of Viator’s top family-friendly tours in Honolulu.