Ghosts of Waikiki Night Walk — Dark Side Adventure Tour in Honolulu
Walk Waikiki after dark with a storyteller who blends Hawaiian history, hotel legends and Night Marcher lore. This accessible hour-long tour links beaches, parks and hotel corridors to the island’s deeper past.
The Experience
Before You Go
Arrive at the meeting point early
Plan to be at the Kapaemahu Stones 10–15 minutes before the 8:00 PM start to locate the guide and settle in.
Wear closed, comfortable shoes
The route stays on sidewalks, park lawns and paved paths—supportive footwear keeps you steady during stops and storytelling.
Bring a small light or use your phone sparingly
A pocket flashlight helps on dim park paths; avoid bright flashes that interrupt the storytelling atmosphere.
Respect cultural sites
Do not climb on the Kapaemahu Stones or disturb markers; these are active cultural places of significance.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Kapaemahu Stones (lesser-known cultural site at Kuhio Beach)
- •Backside paths of Kapiolani Park with banyan groves and quiet ocean viewpoints
Wildlife
- •Wedge-tailed shearwaters and other seabirds at dusk
- •Occasional green sea turtles seen offshore on calm nights
Conservation Note
Treat sacred sites with care—do not climb stones or leave offerings; minimize light and noise to protect wildlife and night-time habitat.
The stones and Night Marcher stories connect to centuries of Hawaiian oral history and kapu-era place practices; Waikiki’s hotel ghosts reflect 19th–20th century colonial and tourism-era layers.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoesEssential
Supportive shoes make the 1-hour urban walk more comfortable across sidewalks and park lawns.
Light jacket or windbreakerEssential
Trade winds and evening chill can make Waikiki feel cooler after sunset.
Small flashlight or headlamp
Helpful for reading at darker stops and navigating park paths without disturbing others.
Phone or compact camera
Capture low-light scenes, but use quietly and avoid bright flash at cultural sites.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and where does it start?
The tour runs about 60 minutes and starts at the Kapaemahu Stones (near the Waikiki Beach Police Station); check-in typically 15 minutes before departure.
Is the walk wheelchair accessible?
Yes — the route uses paved promenades and park paths and is listed as wheelchair accessible; notify the operator of any specific needs when booking.
Will there be actual paranormal activity?
This is an interpretive storytelling tour that presents local legends, historical context and eyewitness accounts rather than guaranteed supernatural occurrences.
Are children allowed on the tour?
Yes — the tour accommodates families, but content covers mature historical subjects; parental discretion is advised for younger children.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
1 hour
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Light walking on mostly flat, paved surfaces; suitable for most people who can stand for 60 minutes
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