Chinatown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Waikiki Beach
Nowhere sums up the spirit of Hawaii more powerfully than its world-famous beach – so grab your swimming gear and prepare to be wowed by Waikiki!
Pearl Harbor
Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Waikiki Beach Walk
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Waikiki Beach Walk, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Activities
Sunset Dinner Cruise with Polynesian Show
Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise or Fireworks on Fridays
Ultimate Pearl Harbor Circle Island Tour with Dole Plantation & USS Arizona
Waikiki Luau Buffet with Optional Rock-A-Hula Show
Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB
Our pick of the best Chinatown Hotel Deals
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
"Jackie gave us a warm welcome. She is very gracious and helpful. They have texting option to contact them with anything we need, it is very seamless. The rainbow tower, where we stayed has the ocean/lagoon view and it was spectacular. We enjoyed our stay and we’ll be coming back!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
"Hotel is terrible. Bathroom Ceiling was leaking. No water can be found."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Prince Waikiki
"This hotel was one of the most overpriced properties I’ve ever stayed at. From the moment we arrived, it felt like the goal was to squeeze every possible dollar out of guests. The mandatory resort fee was especially frustrating because many of the “included” amenities were unavailable. Museum tickets ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
"Good location. Price was good. Resort and pool area alarm great"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
"Buen lugar para vacacionar, el hotel muy acogedor"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Waikiki Resort Hotel
"Breakfast, beach view, and staff was very good. Close to the beach and trolley pickup."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Chinatown
Kalihi
If you're spending some time in Kalihi, Honolulu Harbor and Bishop Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
Kaka'ako
While visiting Kaka'ako, you might make a stop by sights like Neal S. Blaisdell Center and Ala Moana Beach Park.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and Royal Mausoleum State Monument.
Liliha - Kapalama
While visiting Liliha - Kapalama, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Historic Trail and Princess Ruth Ke'elikolani Performing Arts Center.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
