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Attractions
Arizona Memorial USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center, National Park Service, Pearl Harbor 808-422-0561 This famous white floating memorial was built to remember the 1,102 men who died when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The tour includes a 20-minute documentary.
Hanauma Bay 7455 Kalanianaole Hwy. 808-396-4229 This overlook is one of the most beautiful spots in Hawaii, and the view covers the whole bay. Visitors can even see the reefs through the clear waters, as well as crowds of snorkelers.
Honolulu Zoo 151 Kapahulu Ave. 808-971-7171 Noted for its incredible beauty, this zoo offers more than just a look at animals. During the summer months, the zoo produces free programs of singing, dancing and island entertainment.
Iolani Palace King and Richards Sts. 808-522-0832 Built in 1882, "America's only royal residence" has been beautifully restored. Guided tours reveal everything from throne rooms to meeting halls.
Kodak Hula Show 2805 Monsarrat Ave. 808-627-3379 This free one-hour presentation is one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. Dancing, music and all sorts of traditional entertainment create a wonderful show.
Moanalua Gardens 1401 Mahiole St. 808-833-1944 This lovely park is the site of a major hula festival during the summer. It is also a great place to visit for hiking, walking and enjoying the beauty of Hawaii.
Polynesian Cultural Center 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy., Laie 808-293-3333 Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Fiji, the Marquesas, New Zealand and Tonga are all represented in this wonderful center. Shows, demonstrations, IMAX films, shopping and handicrafts complete the experience. This is a great place for families to go, especially for the two-hour nightly show.
Sacred Falls Kamehameha Hwy., Hauula A two-mile hike leads visitors to an 80-foot-high waterfall, which is one of Hawaii's greatest natural landmarks. Visitors can swim beneath the falls in a clear pool.
Dole Pineapple Pavilion 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy. 808-621-8408 This center is dedicated to the pineapple, and it is a wonderful stop on a tour of the island. Exhibits, an enormous plantation gift shop, a restaurant and a tram tour of a field complete the pavilion.
Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalakaua Ave. 808-923-9741 More than 300 different types of Pacific and Hawaiian marine life are on display here, including a giant clam. Many exhibits and movies complement the interesting creatures.
Waimea Valley 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy., Haleiwa 808-638-8511 This 1,800-acre attraction features a look at early Hawaiian life in the midst of an impressive garden that has more than 2,500 species of plants. Visitors can watch amazing cliff dives and participate in less dangerous Hawaiian games.
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