Waikiki area

If you plan to visit Oahu, the first highlight that you should visit is Waikiki, most hotels are located in this area and only 20 minutes from the airport. Beautiful beaches and most businesses are located in Waikiki area. You need a whole day to explore all Waikiki.If your are an Empanadas lover ,you should check out Mami’s Empanadas in Waikiki close by the Zoo.

USS Arizona Memorial 

To understand and learn better about the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 and the event that placed USA into World War 2. If you would like to book a tour of Pearl Harbor click here

Hanauma Bay

If you like snorkeling this place is one the best place to go on Oahu. You need a reservation prior to going. If you need more information on how to enter Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, call (808) 768-3003 on weekdays from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.

Pali Lookout

Pali means cliff, is a site of the battle of Nuuanu ,where in 1795 king Kamehameha I, was able to win a battle that  united Hawaii under his rule. Also you can capture a panoramic view of the windward coast of Oahu.

Waimanalo Beach 

This highlight is a local beach that is the longest beach in the island about 5 miles long and is one of the locals favorite beach.For more information click here

The Byodo -In Temple

Another highlights is this unique Buddhist temple located in the heart of the Valley of the temples Memorial Park. To book an amazing tour with other highlights of Oahu on 2022 click here

Chinaman’s Hat

A park that is worth checking out. Its a cone shape small island that locals have different stories to tell about it. Want more information click here

Kualoa Ranch

The next Oahu’s Highlights in 2022 is a huge private nature reserve and working cattle ranch ,as well as popular tourist attraction and filming location ( Jurassic Park)on East Coast of Oahu. For more information and updates in 2022 visit Hawaii Activities website or Klook website.

Polynesian Cultural Center

A place to learn and understand about Hawaiian culture and tradition by locals.My favorite Luau located in this place!

Food Trucks on North Shore 

The most delicious pick for Oahu’s Highlights in 2022 is Food trucks on North Shore! World’s famous foods are located here! Lots of the food network episodes has been taken here.One of the most famous one is Mike’s Huli Chicken!

Waimea Waterfall 

 A 30 minutes hike accessed via a paved path or shuttle through scenic botanical gardens with reward of a beautiful 45 feet waterfall! Purchase Ticket on the site. For more information click here or book a tour by clicking here

Haleiwa Town 

A small town with completely different style than any other town that you ever seen! Haleiwa located at North Shore.If you like to walk around and check out stores and eat the best Shave Ice in the Island this is the place to go!

Dole Plantation 

Historic pineapple plantation with 20 minutes train tour located at Wahiawa ,Hawaii .Fresh cut pineapples and pineapple whip are here! If you would like to book a tour of Dole Plantation and North Shore and other fun activities on Oahu click here.

Mermaid Caves & West of Oahu

Most hidden places that not many people know about and definitely worth checking out are located in West side of Oahu. Book an unforgettable tour of Mermaid cave and West of Oahu with your family by clicking here.

In summary the highlights of Oahu for 2022 are: Waikiki area,USS Arizona , Hanauma Bay, Pali Lookout, Waimanalo Beach,The Byodo in Temple, Chinaman’s Hat, Kualoa Ranch, Polynesian Cultural Center, North Shore Food trucks,Waimea Waterfall,Haleiwa Town, Dole Plantation and Mermaid Caves.