Oahu, United States

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Alternative names: Area: 596.53 mi²Elevation: 928 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 21°27'36"N, 157°58'23"W
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Oahu Top Attractions

Oahu Attractions - What to See and Explore

Oahu offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Byodo-In Temple, Makapuu Point Lighthouse, Polynesian Cultural Center, Kualoa Ranch. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • byodo in temple oahu
    Sacred and religious sites • Cemetery • Temple

    Byodo-In Temple

    The Byodo-In Temple is a non-denominational Buddhist temple located on the island of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi in Valley of the Temples Memorial Park. It was dedicated in August 1968 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Japanese immigrants to Hawaiʻi.

  • makapuu point lighthouse oahu
    Vernacular architecture • Lighthouse

    Makapuu Point Lighthouse

    The Makapuʻu Point Light on the island of Oʻahu has the largest lens of any lighthouse in the United States. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977.

  • polynesian cultural center oahu
    Museum • Koolauloa

    Polynesian Cultural Center

    The Polynesian Cultural Center is a family-centered cultural tourist attraction and living museum located in Laie, on the northern shore of Oahu, Hawaii.

  • kualoa ranch oahu
    Nature and wildlife tours • Adventure park • Movie and tv tours

    Kualoa Ranch

    Kualoa is a 4,000-acre private nature reserve and working cattle ranch, as well as a popular tourist attraction and filming location on the windward coast of Oʻahu in Hawaiʻi. It is about 24 miles from Honolulu, and 32 miles from Haleiwa.

  • laie hawaii temple oahu
    Sacred and religious sites • Church • Fountain

    Laie Hawaii Temple

    Laie Hawaii Temple is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located on the northeast shore of the Hawaiian island of Oʻahu.

  • puu o mahuka heiau state monument oahu
    Archaeological site • Monuments and statues

    Puʻu o Mahuka Heiau State Monument

    Puʻu o Mahuka Heiau State Historic Site on the North Shore of Oʻahu is the largest heiau on the island, covering 2 acres on a hilltop overlooking Waimea Bay and Waimea Valley.

  • kaala oahu
    Natural attraction • Mountain • Park

    Ka'ala

    Kaʻala or Mount Kaʻala is the highest mountain on the island of Oahu, at 1,227 metres. It is a part of the Waianae Range, an eroded shield volcano on the west side of the island.

  • kualoa regional park oahu
    Park • Beach

    Kualoa Regional Park

    Kualoa Regional Park is located at Kāneʻohe Bay, on the island of Oahu in the U.S. state of Hawaii. The park covers 153 acres across the road from the Pali-ku of the Koʻolau Range.

  • waimea valley oahu
    Archaeological site

    Waimea Valley

    Waimea Valley is an area of historic cultural significance on the North Shore of Oahu, Hawaii. The valley, being an important place in Hawaiian religion, includes several historical structures including stone terraces and walls constructed during the time of the Hawaiian monarchy.

  • hoomaluhia botanical garden oahu
    Botanical garden • Park

    Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden

    The Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located at 45–680 Luluku Road, Kāne'ohe, Oahu, Hawaii. It is part of the Honolulu Botanical Gardens, and is open daily, without charge, except for Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

  • barbers point light oahu
    Vernacular architecture • Lighthouse

    Barbers Point Light

    Barbers Point Light is a lighthouse on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. The lighthouse stands on Barbers Point outside of Kalaeloa on the southwest tip of the island. It is named after Captain Henry Barber. The lighthouse was established in 1888. A second tower was built in 1933.

  • honolulu volcanics oahu location map
    Volcano

    Honolulu Volcanics

    The Honolulu Volcanics are a group of volcanoes which form a volcanic field on the island of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi, more specifically in that island's southeastern sector and in the city of Honolulu from Pearl Harbor to the Mokapu Peninsula.

  • dole plantation oahu
    21°31'33"N • 158°2'17"W

    Dole Plantation

    Farm • Restaurant

  • molii fishpond oahu
    Archaeological site • Kahaluu

    Molii Fishpond

    Moliʻi Fishpond is located southeast of Kamehameha Highway between Kualoa and Johnson Roads, near Kaneohe, on the island of Oahu, in the U.S. state of Hawaii. The pond encompasses 125 acres The locale is part of the ahupuaa of Hakipuu. The Molii pond is part of Kualoa Ranch. Tilapia, mullet and moi are found within the pond.

  • koko crater oahu
    Botanical garden • Hawaii Kai

    Koko Crater

    The Koko Crater Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located within the Koko Crater on the eastern end of Oahu, Hawaii. It was given the dual title of the Charles M.

  • mokuleia oahu location map
    Area • North Shore

    Mokulēia

    Mokulēʻia is a North Shore community and census-designated place in the Waialua District on the island of Oʻahu, City & County of Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, United States. Mokulēʻia means "isle abundance" in Hawaiian. As of the 2020 census, the CDP had a population of 1,816.

  • puu hawaiiloa oahu
    Volcano • Mokapu

    Puʻu Hawaiʻiloa

    Puʻu Hawaiʻiloa is a cinder cone located in Honolulu County, Hawaii on the Mokapu Peninsula. Much like neighboring Ulupaʻu Crater. it formed as a vent of the Koʻolau Range during the Honolulu Volcanic Series. The material of the cone is nepheline basalt.

  • kaau crater oahu location map
    Volcano

    Kaʻau Crater

    Kaʻau Crater is an extinct volcanic crater located on the island of Oahu in the U.S. state of Hawaii near Palolo Valley.

  • nanakuli oahu
    Area • Waianae

    Nānākuli

    Nānākuli is a census-designated place in the Waiʻanae District on the island of Oʻahu, City & County of Honolulu, Hawaii, United States. In Hawaiian, nānā kuli means literally "look at knee". The population was 11,461 at the 2020 census.

Things to See and Do in Oahu by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Oahu.

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Oahu – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Oahu, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Diamond Head (Honolulu), Makapuʻu (Waimānalo), USS Arizona Memorial (Honolulu).

  • diamond head honolulu17 milesSE
    Dormant volcano and iconic landmark

    Diamond Head, Honolulu

    Diamond Head, known in Hawaiian as Lēʻahi, is an iconic volcanic cone located on the island of Oahu, within the city limits of Honolulu, United States. This distinctive geological feature and landmark is a defining part of the Honolulu skyline and offers panoramic...

  • makapuu waimanalo23 milesSE
    View point

    Makapuʻu, Waimānalo

    Makapuʻu, located on the eastern end of the island of Oʻahu, offers one of the most captivating vistas in the city of Waimānalo, United States. This scenic point is renowned for the Makapuʻu Lighthouse, which stands as a sentinel over the rugged cliffs and boasts...

  • uss arizona memorial honolulu6.7 miS
    Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona memorial

    USS Arizona Memorial, Honolulu

    The USS Arizona Memorial, situated in the vibrant city of Honolulu, stands as a solemn tribute to the 1,177 crewmen who lost their lives during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. This hallowed site, part of the World War II Valor in the Pacific...

  • uss bowfin honolulu6.7 miS
    Historic WWII submarine with exhibits

    USS Bowfin, Honolulu

    The USS Bowfin, anchored in the heart of Honolulu, is a testament to the valor and history of the United States Navy during World War II. As a Balao-class submarine, the USS Bowfin is now a museum ship that offers visitors a glimpse into the life of submariners during...

  • aloha tower marketplace honolulu13 milesSE
    Shopping, Shopping centre, Historical place

    Aloha Tower Marketplace, Honolulu

    Nestled in the heart of Honolulu, the Aloha Tower Marketplace is a vibrant shopping center that offers visitors a unique blend of retail, dining, and entertainment against the backdrop of Hawaii's stunning natural beauty.

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Best Time To Visit Oahu

Learn when is the best time to travel to Oahu weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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June and July are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April and May.

Average temperatures in °F

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The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in June. Most of it rains in January.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Oahu?

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What is the best time to visit Oahu?

June and July are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April and May. The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

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