Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & Aviation Museum: Deluxe Waikiki History Tour
This full-day Waikiki tour brings you to the USS Arizona Memorial and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, pairing solemn remembrance with aviation artifacts housed in original wartime hangars. Practical tips cover transport, bag restrictions, and timing to make the most of a 6–7 hour visit.
The Experience
Before You Go
No bags inside the Visitor Center
The National Park Service prohibits bags; bring only essential items in a clear bag or expect to pay for storage, which may delay entry.
Arrive early on your shuttle
Morning departures reduce traffic delays and increase time for the museum and memorial before crowds peak.
Respect memorial etiquette
Keep voices low at the Arizona Memorial, follow signage and remain behind barriers to preserve the sanctity of the site.
Protect against sun and heat
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and refillable water (small bottle allowed); shaded areas are limited between sites.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Raytheon Pavilion rotating exhibits inside the Aviation Museum for niche aircraft stories
- •Punchbowl rim viewpoint for a compact panorama of Honolulu and the harbor
Wildlife
- •Frigatebirds hunting over the bay
- •Brown noddies and other seabirds on harbor structures
Conservation Note
The memorial and museum manage visitor impact through strict bag rules and site preservation; visitors are asked to stay on paths, avoid disturbing artifacts, and follow park regulations.
Pearl Harbor’s December 7, 1941 attack sank battleships and catalyzed U.S. entry into WWII; the Arizona Memorial straddles the wreck of USS Arizona where 1,177 sailors and marines perished.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoesEssential
Supportive shoes are useful for boarding shuttle boats and walking between exhibits.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)Essential
Open exposures around the visitor center and parking areas make sun protection important.
Small clear bag for essentialsEssential
Only clear bags or essential medical items are permitted into the Visitor Center and memorial area.
Light rain jacket
A compact shell helps during brief tropical showers, especially in winter or spring.
Common Questions
Are bags allowed at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center?
No; the National Park Service restricts bags from the Visitor Center and memorial area. Clear bags for meds or infant supplies may be permitted—confirm before travel.
Is the Arizona Memorial accessible by boat?
Yes; access to the memorial is by U.S. Navy-operated shuttle boat included with the tour ticket, and weather or Navy decisions can cancel shuttle service.
Is lunch included on the tour?
Lunch is generally not included; food is available for purchase at Pearl Harbor’s concession areas, but time is limited so plan accordingly.
Are the hangars at the Aviation Museum original to 1941?
Yes; the museum occupies original Naval Air Station hangars that show attack damage and house historic aircraft and rotating exhibits.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
6–7 hours
Location
Honolulu, Hawaii
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Light walking on paved pathways and boarding stairs; suitable for most fitness levels with occasional standing periods
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