We have compiled a list of recommended popular spots in Honolulu on Oahu, including sightseeing spots, gourmet food, shopping, and spiritual power spots.
This area has great accessibility and is packed with many attractive places that you should visit at least once!
Not only are there famous places, but there are also surprisingly unknown hidden gems, making it an area with endless highlights.
We introduce them in alphabetical order, so you can search from the table of contents according to what you want to do or where you want to go.
Recommended Sightseeing Spots in Honolulu, Oahu
Just as the image of Hawaii equals Honolulu suggests, a huge number of tourist facilities are densely packed here.
On the other hand, it is not too urbanized and is an ideal spot for sightseeing where you can also relax and enjoy nature.
The recommended sightseeing spots in Honolulu are as follows.
- Aloha Tower
- Iolani Palace
- Kakaako Wall Art
- The Kahala Hotel and Resort
- King Kamehameha Statue
- Queen Emma Summer Palace
- Moanalua Garden
- Shangri La Museum of Islamic Art, Culture & Design
- Tantalus Lookout
- Pali Lookout
- Pearl Harbor
- Punchbowl
- Bishop Museum
- Puu Ualakaa State Park
- Foster Botanical Garden
- Honolulu Museum of Art
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Recommended Gourmet Spots in Honolulu, Oahu
Because this area is the most competitive district in Hawaii, there are many famous and popular restaurants in every genre of food.
There are also unknown hidden gems, making it an area where the more you search for gourmet food, the more interesting restaurants you will find.
The recommended gourmet spots in Honolulu are as follows.
- Asahi Grill
- Ethel’s Grill
- Off the Hook Poke Market
- Cafe Kaila
- Cafe Maharani
- Kamehameha Bakery
- Guieb Cafe
- Tamashiro Market
- Dew Drop Inn
- Nico’s Pier 38
- Hank’s Haute Dogs
- Pancake & Waffles BLD
- Forty Niner
- Fresh Catch
- The Butcher & Bird
- Black Angus Steakhouse
- Ray’s Cafe
- Legend Seafood Restaurant
- Redfish
- Waioli Kitchen & Bake Shop
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Recommended Shopping Spots in Honolulu, Oahu
Instead of world-famous brands, this is the perfect area for hopping around stores used by locals.
You can enjoy a wide range of shopping, including factory areas, flea markets, farmers’ markets, and supermarkets frequented by locals.
The recommended shopping spots in Honolulu are as follows.
- Aloha Tofu
- Aloha Stadium Swap Meet
- Farmers’ Market at Kakaako
- Costco Wholesale
- Starbucks Coffee Manoa Store
- Pearlridge Center
- Lion Coffee Factory
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Recommended Power Spots in Honolulu, Oahu
Because Hawaii is rich in nature even in urban areas, heiau (ancient Hawaiian temples) and natural power spots are scattered throughout.
Since it is a heavily populated area, there is a considerable number of shrines and churches, especially when including hidden gems.
The recommended power spots in Honolulu are as follows.
- Keaiwa Heiau
- Izumo Taishakyo Mission
- Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu
- Daijingu Temple of Hawaii
- Honolulu Myohoji Mission
- Manoa Falls
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How to Access Honolulu
Honolulu is an area you can easily visit, located about 15 to 30 minutes from Waikiki.
As for access methods, tours are recommended for safety, comfort, and efficiency; TheBus is recommended for cost performance; rental cars or Turo are recommended for freedom; and Biki or Waikiki Trolley are recommended for a sightseeing focus.
Because Honolulu covers a fairly wide area, Biki and Waikiki Trolley may be out of range depending on the location.
Recommended Transportation for Honolulu
Complete Guide to TheBus – The Cheapest Public Transportation Across Hawaii
Complete Guide to Biki – Bikeshare for Freely Exploring Waikiki and Honolulu
Complete Guide to Waikiki Trolley – Sightseeing Buses for Efficiently Visiting Popular Spots
Complete Guide to Taxi & Uber – Ride-Hailing Services for Easy Travel in Hawaii