Pearl Harbor & City Tour

Big Island to Oahu

This is a one-day inter-island adventure from Kona to Oahu that packs Pearl Harbor history, Honolulu landmarks, and a quick Waikiki stop into a single, well-paced itinerary. Visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and museums, then take the Navy boat shuttle to the USS Arizona Memorial for time to reflect. After Pearl Harbor, enjoy a guided drive through Honolulu's most important historic sites before wrapping up with a short stop in Waikiki.

✈️ Big Island to Oahu – Pearl Harbor & City Tour

Departing from Kona Airport on the Big Island, enjoy a one-day neighbor island trip to Oahu to visit Waikiki and Pearl Harbor.

The excursion begins with a visit to Pearl Harbor, where you'll revisit the events of that fateful Sunday morning in 1941, when Japanese forces attacked U.S. positions and propelled the United States into World War II.

At the USS Arizona Memorial, you'll have time to pause and reflect on the battle and the lives lost - including 1,177 crewmen aboard the USS Arizona.

From there, the tour continues through Honolulu's most significant historic sites, with views of Iolani Palace, Kawaiahao Church, the Hawaii State Capitol, and Honolulu City Hall. A stop in Waikiki is included as well.

⭐ Tour Highlights

  • Waikiki* – Drive in to Waikiki where you'll enjoy a 45-minute stop. Here, you can grab a coffee, shop, and take photos with beautiful views of the iconic beach.
  • Pearl Harbor Visitor Center* – Visit monuments and museums, see exhibit galleries and displays.
  • “Road to War” and “Attack” exhibit galleries – These galleries located at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center display personal memorabilia, dramatic photographs, artifacts of the battle, and more.
  • The Pearl Harbor Attack – Watch a 20-minute video of footage taken of the attack on Pearl Harbor at the memorial theater.
  • USS Arizona Memorial* – A must see for all visitors. The Memorial marks the resting place of 1,102 of the 1,177 crew and built over the sunken battleship USS Arizona, killed on December 7, 1941. The attack on Pearl Harbor led to the United States' involvement in World War II. A Navy boat shuttle ride brings you to the USS Arizona Memorial and due to limited capacity, there may be days that the shuttle boat tickets sell out or bad weather prohibits the shuttle from operating.
  • Hawaii State Capitol Grounds – Includes the Father Damien Statue – a tribute to the Roman Catholic priest who died after 16 years of serving leprosy patients – the Eternal Flame, the Korean Vietnam War Memorial, and the Liberty Bell.
  • Iolani Palace – This majestic structure was the official residence of Hawaii’s last reigning monarch and is the only royal palace in the United States. It features American Florentine architecture seen nowhere else in the world.
  • King Kamehameha Statue – One of Hawaii’s prominent chiefs who united the Hawaiian Islands
  • Ali'iolani Hale – Behind the King Kamehameha stands the building featured in the opening credits of the TV show, Hawaii Five-0 and now used by The Judiciary History Center and continues to be the home of the Hawaii State Supreme Court.
  • Honolulu City Hall – Known as Honolulu Hale, the city hall is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is the site of the chambers of the Mayor of the City & County of Honolulu and the Honolulu City Council.
  • Kawaiahao Church – One of the oldest standing Christian places of worship in Hawaii, this church is often described as the Westminster Abbey of the Pacific. It was constructed from slabs of coral rock hand-chiseled by Hawaiian divers almost 200 years ago.

*Indicates a stop, not just a drive-by

🎟️ Tour Inclusions

  • Roundtrip airfare from Kona (Big Island) to Honolulu (Oahu)
  • Ground transportation on Oahu and guided tour

Special instructions

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Where & When
Flight Departure and Return: 6:20 am – 5:20 pm
The exact flight departure info will be emailed with your confirmation.
CHECK-IN: Guests must find their own way to the airport and self check-in for their departure to Honolulu (HNL). We recommend arriving at your Southwest Airlines boarding gate no later than 6:20 am. (Please note, Roberts Hawaii is not responsible for missed flights to HNL.) Roberts Hawaii staff in yellow Aloha shirt will meet guests at HNL Airport Baggage Claim 21.
Restrictions
Due to stringent airline requirements there is a NO CANCELLATION/NO REFUND policy for this tour. This includes name and date changes.
For all island flights or day trips, the NAME ON TICKET MUST APPEAR AS IT IS ON PICTURE ID (license or passport).
The airline will deny boarding if the passenger's legal name, as shown on their valid, government-issued ID, does NOT match the name on their E-Ticket.
IF A PASSENGER IS DENIED BOARDING, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.
All passengers MUST present government issued photo ID for airline check-in. International travelers must bring a valid passport for airport security check-in.

Children under 2 years of age are considered FREE if child is on lap and does not occupy a seat.

Strict security measures are being enforced at Pearl Harbor.
Cameras are permitted, but no camera bags, purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, fanny packs, luggage or other items that offer concealment are allowed in the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center or on the Memorial.
Bag storage is available at the entrance to the Visitor Center for a $7-$10 per bag fee.
Do not leave valuables on the bus.

The boat launch that brings visitors to the Arizona Memorial may, at a moment's notice, can be canceled due to inclement weather. Guests will spend additional time at the Visitor Center if Arizona Memorial tickets are not available. No refund if Navy boat launch is cancelled.
Operation Days
Daily
Duration
11 hours
Equipment
Southwest Airlines and Roberts air-conditioned tour bus

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