Hawaii
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
Duration 1-2 hrs
Tour Directions 1
Narration Points
16
Description
Did you know that Oahu is home to the only royal residence in the United States? From the unification of the islands to the overthrow of the monarchy, Hawaii has a distinct history. This tour takes you in depth to learn about the people and history behind these iconic places. Learn all about it on Shaka Guide’s Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour.
Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Learn about Hawaii's royal history
• Combine with official Iolani Palace tour (sold separately)
• Try some local eats
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: Around 9:00 a.m. (before it gets too hot)
Tour Starting Point(s): King Kamehameha Statue
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Features
Preview Audio
Start of Tour - Statue & Hale
Kawaiahao Church - Part 1
Kawaiahao Church - Part 2
COAT OF ARMS
Tour Route
Important Travel Info
Safety & Etiquitte
Budgeting, Fees & Reservations
Time & Schedule
Suggested Packing List
Tour FAQs
This tour takes you around Downtown Honolulu, a unique historic neighborhood. The tour starts at the King Kamehameha Statue and ends at Iolani Palace.
Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour!
- Ali’iolani Hale
- Kawaiahao Church
- King Lunalilo’s Tomb
- Honolulu Hale
- State Library
- Iolani Palace
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
No, this tour can only be done in one direction.
- Sneakers/comfortable shoes
- Headphones
- Water
- Sunscreen
- Sun glasses and/or Hat
- Camera
- $4.99 per person: Shaka Guide’s Historic Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour
- $15.00 - $25.00 per person: Lunch
- $20.00/adult and $6.00/child: Iolani Palace Self-Led Audio Tour
No, everyone participating in the tour must make a purchase and download the tour separately.
Do you have other questions that we didn’t list here?
Feel free to message us through the in-app chat box, Facebook Messenger, our email, or give us a call at 1-888-250-2261. We will be glad to help and answer your questions as soon as possible!
Mahalo,
Shaka Guide
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