Honolulu County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Honolulu County
Photo provided by Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA)
USS Arizona Memorial showing a memorial
USS Arizona Memorial which includes military items, a monument and a memorial
Waikiki Beach showing a coastal town, a beach and city views

Popular cities in Honolulu County

Honolulu
Honolulu
Known for Beaches, Shopping and Sea
The jewel in the crown of the tropical Hawaiian islands. Marvel at breathtaking bays and volcanoes and immerse yourself in the unique Polynesian culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Waikiki Beach
  • Ala Moana Center
  • Pearl Harbor
Waimea Falls Park which includes landscape views and a cascade
Kahuku
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Get away to relaxing Kahuku! Enjoy the beaches, surfing and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Turtle Bay Beach
  • Turtle Bay
  • Malaekahana Beach
Haleiwa which includes street scenes
Haleiwa
Known for Beaches, Sunsets and Surfing
Visit the hub of O’ahu’s surfing culture to hire or buy a board, learn your surfing history and then practise riding the waves.

Reasons to visit

  • Sunset Beach
  • Banzai Pipeline
  • Waimea Bay
Kailua Beach featuring swimming, a beach and landscape views
Kailua
Known for Beaches, Islands and Snorkelling
Trip time! Discover the island views, beaches and coral reefs in Kailua.

Reasons to visit

  • Lanikai Beach
  • Kailua Beach
Kapolei
Kapolei
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Kapolei: its theme park, beaches, oceanfront and more!
Oahu Island which includes bird life and cuddly or friendly animals
Waipahu
Known for Family-friendly, Beaches and Romantic
History, local culture and a laid-back vibe make this mid-island city a nice contrast from the more modern and busy Honolulu.