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Chief's Official Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Multimedia Tour

Oahu, USA
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 1 to 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

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.
  • Explore Pearl Harbor at your own pace with an audio guide to lead the way
  • Learn about the attack on Pearl Harbor that launched the US into WWII
  • Enjoy a more intimate experience than a big group tour
  • Ideal for history buffs who want to deepen their knowledge

What's Included

  • Pearl Harbor Exclusive Chief's Multimedia Tour
  • Experience This Tour on a provided Multimedia Device
  • Complimentary Earphones You Can Take Home
  • Official USS Arizona Memorial Multimedia Narrated Tour Map
  • Helpful Team Member to Explain How to Use the Multimedia Device
  • USS Arizona Memorial Shuttle Boat Tickets, Reserve in advance at recreation.gov ($1 fee per ticket)
    $1.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center
    1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA

    Please check in at the Pearl Harbor Audio Desk, located at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Pearl Harbor Visitor Center 1 Arizona Memorial Place Honolulu, Hawaii 96818

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours

  • 01/01/2025 - 04/09/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

1

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

2 hours Admission Ticket Free

2

USS Arizona Memorial

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center has a no bag policy. Any bags, packages, or containers that offer concealment (e.g., purses, handbags, backpacks, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage) that exceed the dimensions of 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5" are not allowed. The Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum operates a baggage storage facility near the visitor center entrance, with a fee for all sizes, including luggage. This storage can be used for visits to all Pearl Harbor Historic Sites.
  • Open 362 days a year, closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
  • The Boat Ticket to the USS Arizona Memorial is NOT included with this Multimedia Tour. Reserve your Boat Ticket ahead of time at recreation.gov ($1 reservation fee per ticket) or join the free USS Arizona Memorial Standby Queue upon arrival at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q:Is the boat to the USS Arizona Memorial included in the Narrated Tour package?

A:The boat ride is NOT included. You may reserve Boat Tickets at www.recreation.gov. Boat tickets are released daily, one week in advance, and cost $1.00 per person.

Mar 2021

The answers provided are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

3.9
based on 410 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A time to show respect

Veronica_M, Mar 2026
Volunteers and military officials led by example ensuring our fallen were respected. There’s so much to learn. Plan ample time.

A must see attractions in Oahu

Pamela_B, Mar 2026
I went online thinking that I paid for tickets to the memorial but paid for audio self-tour. So, I had to register stand-by to visit the memorial. We arrived around 9:30am. I was texted to get on line to visit the memorial by 9:45am. I believe going early makes a difference. We traveled by public bus 42.

History of Hawaii

Michael_M, Feb 2026
The tour was a great experience about the history of Pearl Harbor. I would recommend the tour to learn and see the history.

Unable to do due to storm

Deana_B, Feb 2026
Unable to take the tour due to the storm on Oahu. Unfortunate that they closed all the state buildings due to the big storm.

The ease of purchase and...

Anita_L, Feb 2026
The ease of purchase and not having to stand in a line. Happy I found this link to use. Made trip easy.

Good information. ...

Robert_L, Jan 2026
Good information. Directions could be more informative. Clean property. Polite workers. Good tours too.

Several of the recordings...

gina_k, Dec 2025
Several of the recordings were not working/“content not available“. Those that did work were informational

Parking is absolutely...

Randy_C, Dec 2025
Parking is absolutely terrible on Monday, probably other days as well. Many people, including us were not aware of the no package rule. where were the information signs? Did not receive details of various tours, for example tour bus/shuttle opportunities to get to see the Arizona. Web site is confusing. Not a good way to celebrate 21 years of marriage without a vacation. Hoping other arrangements go better.

Food and fun with Stella!

Marsha_B, Dec 2025
You will have fun as Stella shows you around and introduces you to local site, tastes and culture! Super fun. I would have never eaten a poke bowl! But enjoyed every bit of the tour and tastings! Stella is informative and fun!

This was the perfect tour...

Shampa_D, Nov 2025
This was the perfect tour for people who only want to spend 1-2 hours at Pearl Harbor. It included an audio tour of the major spots there and a visit to the USS Arizona memorial

Fantastically Thorough Presentation

Michael_M, Nov 2025
Very emotional yet fantastically informative exhibit on such a personal part of our history. You owe it to yourself, whether you are from the United States or Japan to experience this adventure.

Very good a must if you...

Susan_B, Nov 2025
Very good a must if you are on the big island Especially if you are a history buff A must very surreal

Hawaii experience

Donald_L, Oct 2025
It was very informative and very casual. Thank the national park services for all they do. It was excellent!

Wish We’d Chosen Better. Very Disappointing

Robert_S, Oct 2025
This self-guided audio tour was disappointing and not worth the comparatively reasonable cost. At each tour stop you needed to add the three digit number corresponding to it. At least a third of the stops we’d enter the numbers only to see that no audio was available. Extremely frustrating. What should have been an awe-filled couple of hours were marred by the experience.

A must have for your visit!

William_H, Oct 2025
Great item to assist you as you walk through the area. Wonderful insights. Jamie Lee Curtis did a nice job.

Arizona Memorial

Linda_H, Aug 2025
Very rushed activity. No time to stop and look around at the posted information available. No running water at facility so no bathrooms. Could have been so much more.

Emotional, inspiring and educational!

SarahFazio, Aug 2025
Emotional, inspiring, educational. We liked the freedom of the self-guided tour. It gave us the chance to experience something together, but also individually as my children are grown adults. Eternally grateful for the experience and for Jamie Lee Curtis’s comforting voice and genuine appreciation for what Pearl Harbor means for all of us! Thank you!

Simple but effective

Sharon_R, Jul 2025
This for us was a perfect way to see pearl harbour well worth the money we saw what we wanted to an avoided the crowds

map reading

Angela_P, Jul 2025
the map for us was a little confused once we figured we didn't have a start or finish route we navigated through it

It is hard to resever...

Li_Z, Jun 2025
It is hard to resever tickets, stand by gives us opportunities to visit USS Arizona Memorial. We will let friends be aware

Half of the audio video...

Crystal_R, Jun 2025
Half of the audio video tour did not work. Error message said the audio was not available. The audio that worked was ok. It was better than having no audio. The audio information given was insightful.

Pearl harbor tour

Jennifer_H, Jun 2025
Make sure you sign up for a time or you have to go stand by. Didn't wait too long. Very interesting.

Satisfied visitor

Jessy_M, Jun 2025
The staff was really helpful and polite. It was easy to manage, to follow the prompts, very informative and you can do it on your own while you can take pictures.

Was easy to get listening...

Stephanie_M, May 2025
Was easy to get listening material. Tour was amazing! The boat ride over to the memorial was nice. We liked the stories from the survivors. The whole experience was great.

Must see!

Mark_S, Mar 2025
Very informative, plenty of venues to explore. Allow a big part of the day if you want to see the majority of it. But, you can take a self guided tour, like we did, in a couple of hours. A must see!

Heart Breaking

Karey_G, Dec 2024
The Memorial Wall was done with respect to the falling soldiers. Will definitely go again to see the rest of the museum.

Honor

Matt_G, Dec 2024
As a Vietnam Vet, I honor those who lost their lives that day . May God Bless them All,,,, I lost buddy’s in Vietnam, all who were lost to war are my hero’s.

Spiritually Awakened

Angela_H, Dec 2024
This eye opening experience helped foster newfound respect and honor of our U.S. service men and women. It was heart wrenching to visualize what they may have experienced in that moment, but also an honor to pay our respects and thanks to them. It was an experience that only our US military regimes could provide, and we're grateful for the opportunity to share in experience 🙏 ❤️

what chief's tour?

Frank_J, Nov 2024
The visit to USS ArIzona was memorable, but I never really figured out how to use the "Chief's narrated tour" so I didn't get the benefit of what I paid for. Visiting the memorial was free except for the $1 each charge for the boat ride.

Awesome and beautiful memorial

Barb_T, Sep 2024
Knowing the number who died then seeing all the names puts it into more of a reality. What a great way to always remember all the lives lost that horrible day.

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