USA · PEARL HARBOR TOURS
The USS Arizona Memorial is reached by Navy launch on a timed ticket, and bags are not allowed past the gate. These 15 compare the programmes on price, which ships and museums are included, and how long the whole morning takes.
Ride from Waikiki to Pearl Harbor with a professional driver-guide such as Nani, Momi, or Big Jon. You’ll see the visitor center, attack footage, waterfront memorials, and, if boat tickets are available, take the shuttle to the USS Arizona Memorial. Most of the site is self-guided.
“Very crowded. Have to wait a long time. Once you are on the memorial, it is very interesting. Would recommend.”
Travel from a designated Waikiki pickup point to Pearl Harbor National Memorial with an English-speaking guide. Your admission includes the boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, visitor-center exhibits, and time at the souvenir shop. The 4-hour outing also includes Punchbowl Crater and a drive past Honolulu landmarks such as Iolani Palace and Aloha Tower.
“Our guide was friendly, professional and funny! Had a great time with my cousin. A lot of history and cool stuff to see. The museum is awesome and watch the video that includes footage of the attack! Gift shop was great as well. Don’t pack much since there is nothing allowed inside.”
Travel from Waikiki with guides such as Oli, Kimo, Nani, and Humu to visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, and USS Oklahoma Memorial, then tour historic Honolulu. Expect about seven hours, hotel-area pickup, free time, and a group of up to 70.
“Visiting the Arizona Memorial, watching the 23 minute movie about the day of infamy & seeing all the names of those who sacrificed their lives. Visiting the USS Missouri & learning the history about the Japanese surrendering on the ship in Tokyo Bay. Our trolly driver was very good.”
Ride an air-conditioned coach from selected Honolulu hotels to Pearl Harbor and downtown Honolulu. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial area, watch its short film, and hear island history from guides such as Kimo, Patrick, Kalani, Kilani, and Lola. Upgrade to tour the USS Missouri and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum.
“My wife and I very much enjoyed the history, and was quite moved by the displays in the memorial, Highly recommended I would absolutely do this again. Don’t miss the two add-ons for the battleship and the aviation museum while you’re there, do it all.”
Spend about five hours with E Noa Tours, starting with Waikiki pickup and a narrated drive through historic Honolulu before visiting Pearl Harbor National Memorial. You’ll see Iolani Palace and the King Kamehameha Statue, watch a Pearl Harbor film, and may ride the ferry to the USS Arizona Memorial. Guides such as Oli, RJ, Kimo, and Juicy are known for lively local commentary.
“Oli made it so much fun with his jokes along the way. He was a wealth of knowledge and his narration of Pearl Harbor was captivating even though we knew the history. We were so thankful and loved every minute of it. We appreciated the ranger right before getting on the boat, putting everything in perspective to be in the correct mindset before going out to the memorial.”
Travel from Waikiki to Pearl Harbor in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Art, Clift, Robert, or Ro-Ro. Watch the December 7 film, take the boat to the USS Arizona Memorial, tour the USS Missouri, and pass Punchbowl Crater. The six-hour outing keeps transport, tickets, and timing in one package.
“Ro Ro was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We enjoyed it very much. I was grateful we were able to pay our respects to the brave souls who lost lost their lives and appreciative of all the other service men and women who saved us and the rest of the world from a dictatorship”
Travel from Waikiki to Pearl Harbor for the Navy boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial, then tour downtown Honolulu, Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, King Kamehameha’s statue, and Punchbowl Cemetery. Guides such as Kenny, Garfield, Moana, and Cousin Fred are known for lively history talks. Expect a large group, fixed boat time, and no bags at Pearl Harbor.
“A well executed memorial. Note that they have a no bag policy. You need reservations for the launch to the Arizona Memorial and mornings are better for that.”
Spend five hours visiting Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial, and central Honolulu with an English-speaking driver-guide. You will see the harbor exhibits, take the Navy shuttle when operating, pass Punchbowl Cemetery, and view Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, King Kamehameha’s statue, and the Hawaii State Capitol. Pickup is available from selected Waikiki hotels.
“Georgia was amazing start to finish. Being a local she used her local knowledge and experience to tell the vast history of this island. Nothing was too much trouble for her. Mahalo!”
Start early from Waikiki for a guided Pearl Harbor visit with time at the Visitor Center, the USS Arizona Memorial when tickets are available, and the USS Missouri on Ford Island. Guides such as Will, Ozzie, Jeff, Tim, and Sam add useful context, while the return drive passes Punchbowl and the King Kamehameha statue.
“Our driver/guide Will was great. He was knowledgeable and made sure we knew what areas to be sure to see.”
From Waikiki, you’ll visit Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, stop at Dole Plantation, see North Shore surf beaches, and spend about three hours at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Small groups of up to 15 ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. Guides such as Summer and Papa P are known for lively history, music, and practical help.
“Your guide was extremely knowledgeable. Good music throughout the trip. They took the time to educate on native language. Overall, a good excursion.”
Start with Waikiki pickup, ride the Navy launch to the USS Arizona Memorial, then tour downtown Honolulu by van. Your English-speaking guide covers the 1941 attack, Iolani Palace, the State Capitol, King Kamehameha Statue, and Aloha Tower. Boat access can change with weather or Navy availability.
“Our guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. The whole day was great”
Travel from Waikiki by premium coach or limo bus to Pearl Harbor, see two World War II museums and the exclusive documentary, and visit the USS Arizona Memorial when boat service operates. Your guide, possibly Shelly or Chelsea, also leads a short Honolulu tour with the King Kamehameha statue and Punchbowl Cemetery.
“This tour to me is emotional being a veteran, ALTHOUGH I am Army, I can relate to what happened here. It is an emotional trip, but l would go again out of respect. To me this would be a great experience even for non military School children should see this with an open mind to see that this is the price of Freedom”
Travel from Waikiki, Honolulu airport, or the port in a small group of up to 14 people, visit the Pearl Harbor museums and USS Arizona Memorial, then see downtown Honolulu highlights. Guides such as Vanessa, Rolando, Rich, and Valerie have led recent tours, but your assigned guide may differ. Water is included, bags are not allowed.
“Enjoyed Vanessa, convenient transport, great information, time length not too long or too short, just right!”
This 9.5-hour Pearl Harbor tour takes you from Waikiki to the Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, USS Bowfin, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Your driver-guide, such as Frank, Moana, Rey, or Garfield, provides live commentary between stops. Admissions, lunch, hotel pickup, and drop-off are included.
“A great tour. The Arizona memorial was very reverential and meaningful. The lunch was great at the Aviation Museum and the Mighty Mo was truly mighty. A great tour guide with unlimited knowledge”
Visit Pearl Harbor with Waikiki hotel pickup, guaranteed USS Arizona Memorial tickets, the Road to War and Attack galleries, and a tour of Battleship Missouri. English-speaking guides such as Art, Ro-Ro, Cliff, and Arlaine add local history and clear timing advice. Allow 6 to 7 hours, including transport.
“Being a veteran myself (uk) it was a place I always wanted to visit. It did not disappoint. The place is very well kept, the film is very moving and sets the poignant tone that should be respected. My only gripe is that you are headed on and off the boat in short order and don't get much time out over the memorial.”
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