By: Hawaii Tours
Date: April 8, 2020
For those who have followed along and tuned in each week for the last 10 years, Hawaii 5-0 has been an escape to our island paradise, following along with Steve McGarrett and the 5-0 team as they kept Hawaii safe from the bad guys. The reboot debuted in 2010, and over the course of 240 episodes, saw many adventures and was filmed entirely on location right here in Hawaii.
The show saw consistent viewership throughout its run, pulling in fans from around the country who were looking for a little piece of Hawaii—whether daydreaming of their vacation or imagining themselves in the tropical settings seen in the show. For those who’ve visited the islands during the show’s run, it’s a common experience to stumble upon a film location while out on an Oahu Circle Island Tour or while exploring the historic sites of downtown Honolulu.
Fans of the show are surely sad to see the action-packed drama leave the air, and after 10 years, it’s hard for such a big part of Hawaii to depart. Thankfully, the reboot of Magnum P.I. helps to fill the void. The two shows even featured crossover episodes, and there has been mention of continued appearances on Magnum by the crew of Hawaii 5-0. The finale aired on April 3rd, wrapping up many storylines in fitting fashion, and though McGarrett and his team are no longer on patrol, the islands are definitely safer because of them.
There are many filming locations around Oahu, and many are part of everyday life. Ali‘iōlani Hale served as the fictional headquarters for 5-0, the streets of Honolulu and Waikiki have hosted countless scenes, Magic Island and Ala Moana Beach Park have appeared extensively, and numerous local neighborhoods have served as hideouts for the criminals McGarrett eventually caught. Even Kualoa Ranch saw plenty of screen time on the show.
During your visit to Oahu, you can discover some of the sites featured in Hawaii 5-0. A full day at Kualoa Ranch is a must, and visiting the historic sites of Honolulu not only reveals filming locations but also showcases Hawaii’s deep cultural and historical significance.
Due to the high volume of visitors traveling to Hawaii year-round, our Oahu tours and activities sell out quickly. In many cases, tours sell out weeks or months in advance, especially our top seller Aloha Kai Luau. To ensure your spots on tour, we recommend reserving your tours today. Call our office or book online to take advantage of our low price guarantee today.
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