Diamond Head Tours and Tickets

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

• Grand Tour Around Island 16 Locations Plus Snorkeling

• Parasailing Experience in Waikiki, HI

• Oahu's Ultimate Tour: Dole, Turtle Snorkel, Pali Lookout & More

• Oahu Circle Island Tour With Turtle Snorkeling—Small-Groups

• Turtle Canyon Snorkel Excursion From Waikiki, Hawaii

Admission to Diamond Head State Monument is free for residents of Hawaii with ID and US$5 for non-residents, while private vehicle parking is $10 for non-residents and free for residents. Payment can be made only by credit card. Entry and parking reservations are required for non-residents, as Diamond Head is a popular destination. Book online via the Division of State Parks website.

Yes, Diamond Head is definitely worth visiting, especially if you like hiking. The hike to the saucer-shaped crater provides beautiful views across Oahu. Even if you don't visit the Diamond Head State Monument itself, there are many ways to see the volcanic cone from afar. Many guided tours around Oahu pass Diamond Head and offer commentary on its geological significance.

Per one customer who booked the Oahu Circle Island Tour With Waimea Waterfall, "Great tour. Nice to see a bit of the island outside of the Waikiki area. Our tour guide/driver, Ian, was one of the best guides we have ever had."

Yes, you can go to Diamond Head without a tour, and visitors are free to hike to the summit on their own, as the trail is well-marked and well-trafficked. The entry fee to Diamond Head State Monument should be paid in advance via the online reservation system.

Tours of Diamond Head that include hiking to the summit typically take 1.5 to two hours. The Diamond Head Summit Trail is 1.6 miles (2.6 kilometers) round trip. Guided tours that include another activity, such as biking or having a local lunch, typically last around four hours.

The best time of year to go to Diamond Head is between May and September, which is typically the driest period on Oahu. The trail will be in better shape with less rainfall, and you won't need to worry about mud and slippery conditions.

Yes. It is a good idea to book your Diamond Head tour in advance. Diamond Head is one of Oahu's most popular destinations, and tours often sell out early. Avoid disappointment by booking your chosen date and time as soon as possible.

Yes, there are restrooms at the beginning of the trail up Diamond Head, a few food and souvenir vendors, and a water fountain. However, there are no facilities at the summit lookout, so take care of business before you begin your hike.

You should wear light, comfortable clothing at Diamond Head—expect to work up a sweat. Most importantly, you should wear comfortable walking shoes, preferably hiking or trail running shoes. Protect yourself from the intense sun by wearing sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Diamond Head. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Oahu:

• Pearl Harbor National Memorial

• Oahu North Shore

• Halona Blowhole

• Mokolii Island

• Dole Plantation

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Oahu.