Honolulu 6 Day Itinerary

Honolulu 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Downtown Honolulu

  • Stay: The modern and luxurious W Honolulu (2316 Kalakaua Ave) offers a perfect base for exploring the city.
  • Breakfast: Start your day at Kona Kitchen (2300 Kalakaua Ave) with a Hawaiian-inspired breakfast buffet.
  • Morning: Visit Iolani Palace (364 S King St), the only royal palace in the U.S., and the nearby State Capitol.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Nico’s Pier 36 (1 Aloha Ave) offering fresh seafood with great views of the harbor.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Bishop Museum (1525 Bernice St), Hawaii’s largest museum of Hawaiian culture and history.
  • Dinner: Savor traditional Hawaiian dishes at Helena’s Hawaiian Food (1428 S King St).
  • Evening: Take a stroll along Waikiki Beach and enjoy the sunset.
  • Transportation: Taxi, Uber, or public buses are easily accessible around the city.

Day 2: Pearl Harbor & USS Arizona Memorial

  • Morning: Visit Pearl Harbor (1 Arizona Memorial Pl) to learn about WWII history. Remember that you’ll need a reservation for the boat tour to the USS Arizona Memorial.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Teddy’s Bigger Burgers (2450 Kalakaua Ave) or Morimoto Asia Waikiki (2390 Kalakaua Ave).
  • Afternoon: Relax on the beach at Waikiki or explore the shops and eateries along Kalakaua Avenue.
  • Dinner: Enjoy fresh sushi at Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar (4560 Kilauea Ave).
  • Evening: Catch a live hula show and traditional Hawaiian music at the Polynesian Cultural Center or Waikiki’s Duke’s Waikiki (2335 Kalakaua Ave).

Day 3: North Shore Adventure

  • Morning: Rent a car and head to Oahu’s North Shore. Stop at the historic Haleiwa Town for breakfast.
  • Afternoon: Visit Waimea Valley (59-864 Kamehameha Hwy) to explore the botanical garden and see sacred sites.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck (56-502 Kamehameha Hwy).
  • Afternoon: Spend the afternoon exploring beaches like Sunset Beach, Pipeline, or Turtle Bay, depending on the time of year.
  • Dinner: Dine at Kahuku Grill (56-502 Kamehameha Hwy) for fresh seafood and island cuisine.
  • Evening: Return to Honolulu and relax.

Day 4: Diamond Head & Waikiki Activities

  • Morning: Hike the Diamond Head State Monument (18th Hole Diamond Head Rd) for stunning views of Waikiki and the Pacific Ocean.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Rainbow Drive-In (2261 Kapahulu Ave) or Morimoto Asia Waikiki.
  • Afternoon: Relax on the beach, try out surfing lessons, or visit the Honolulu Zoo (151 Kapahulu Ave).
  • Dinner: Dine at Alan Wong’s Restaurant (1857 S King St) for innovative Hawaiian cuisine.
  • Evening: Enjoy a sunset cocktail at The Modern Honolulu (1775 Ala Moana Blvd).

Day 5: Hiking & Exploring

  • Morning: Head to the Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail (4680 Kalanianaole Hwy) for a scenic hike with incredible ocean views.
  • Lunch: Grab a bite at Kono’s North Shore (46-159 Kamehameha Hwy).
  • Afternoon: Explore the Manoa Falls Trail (20 Maunawili Rd) or visit the University of Hawaii campus.
  • Dinner: Dine at MW Restaurant (1538 S King St) for an upscale dining experience with a modern Hawaiian twist.
  • Evening: Enjoy live music and local craft beers at Kona Brewing Company Waikiki (740 Auahi St).

Day 6: Leisure & Departure

  • Morning: Spend your final hours in Hawaii shopping for souvenirs, visiting any remaining attractions, or relaxing at the beach.
  • Lunch: Savor a farewell meal at Helena’s Hawaiian Food (1428 S King St).
  • Departure: Head to the airport and say Aloha to Honolulu.