Explore Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & Battleship Missouri Guided Tour
Visit Pearl Harbor’s most significant sites in a small-group tour: interactive exhibits and a launch to the USS Arizona Memorial, then hands-on exploration of the Battleship Missouri. Plan for a four-hour, accessible tour with hotel pickup.
The Experience
Before You Go
Arrive early
Pickup is included but arrive at your meeting point 10–15 minutes early—security and boarding can add time.
Sun protection
Much of the visit is outdoors on metal decks and open launch boats—bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
Respectful behavior at memorials
Maintain quiet and follow staff directions at the Arizona Memorial; timed visits can be brief for reflection.
Comfortable, stable footwear
Wear shoes with good grip—you’ll walk ramps, gangways and the Missouri’s steel decks.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park—offers a contrasting submarine perspective
- •Ford Island Runway viewpoint—good for harbor panoramas and ship sighting photos
Wildlife
- •green sea turtle (occasionally offshore)
- •brown noddy and other seabirds over the harbor
Conservation Note
The site is managed for both memorial preservation and ecological protection—stay on designated paths, avoid touching artifacts, and pack out waste to reduce impact.
Pearl Harbor marks both the December 7, 1941 attack and the signing of Japan’s surrender aboard the USS Missouri in 1945, linking the harbor’s darkest and closing wartime moments.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoesEssential
Provides traction and comfort for ramps, gangways and ship decks.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)Essential
Open decks and waiting areas expose you to strong tropical sun.
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Intermittent trade-wind showers are possible year-round; a thin shell keeps you dry between exhibits.
Refillable water bottleEssential
Hydration is important during walking and outdoor boat rides; water stations are limited.
Common Questions
Do I need timed tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial boat launch?
Tours include the short Navy launch to the Arizona Memorial; follow your guide’s schedule and arrive on time—individual memorial access quotas are enforced by the National Park Service.
Is the Battleship Missouri fully accessible?
The Missouri has multiple decks and some areas with stairs; main exhibits and guided routes are accessible but some compartments are not wheelchair-friendly—check with staff for specific accessibility needs.
Can I bring a stroller or infant?
Yes—strollers and infants are permitted, and infant seats are available for pickup vehicles; however, the Arizona boat and memorial have limited space so plan accordingly.
Are cameras allowed?
Photography is allowed in most areas but restricted in certain memorial spaces; always follow posted signs and staff instructions when visiting the Arizona Memorial.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
4 hours
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking and standing with some stairs and ramps
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