Guidebook for Honolulu
Shopping
This shop with amazing poke, tasty Hawaiian plate lunches, cold drinks, basic travel essentials is less than a block away. It is a great place to stock up before a beach trip!
13 residents recomanen
Fort Ruger Market
3585 Alohea AveThis shop with amazing poke, tasty Hawaiian plate lunches, cold drinks, basic travel essentials is less than a block away. It is a great place to stock up before a beach trip!
Kahala Mall
4211 Waialae AveLots of shops, restaurants, and more.
Centre Ala Moana
1450 Ala Moana BlvdEverything Else
This is a neighborhood favorite is only a five minute walk away. A perfect place to get fresh island veggies and fruits along with a great coffee and breakfast.
138 residents recomanen
KCC Farmers’ Market
4303 Diamond Head RdThis is a neighborhood favorite is only a five minute walk away. A perfect place to get fresh island veggies and fruits along with a great coffee and breakfast.
All the hustle and bustle of Waikiki is five minutes away but you are still far enough to experience the quiet, low key side of Hawaii life.
231 residents recomanen
Waikīkī
All the hustle and bustle of Waikiki is five minutes away but you are still far enough to experience the quiet, low key side of Hawaii life.
Waialae Avenue
Waialae AvenueThere a many great restaurants and shops along Waialae Ave.
Local municipal golf course. Only a few minutes drive from the studio.
49 residents recomanen
Ala Wai Golf Course
404 Kapahulu AveLocal municipal golf course. Only a few minutes drive from the studio.
Safeway
888 Kapahulu Ave24 hour grocery store with post office, bank, and pharmacy.
Whole Foods Market
629 Kailua RdGrocery store and bar.
Pillbox Hike
265 Kaelepulu DrClimb to the Pillboxes for sunrise then relax on the beach
Sightseeing
Monument Estatal del Cap de Diamant
Amazing views of the city!
This is a relatively gentle hiking trail with great views of Honolulu and the ocean.
18 residents recomanen
Wa'ahila Ridge State Recreation Area
1600 Ruth PlThis is a relatively gentle hiking trail with great views of Honolulu and the ocean.
Built before WWII, this is one of the only remaining memorials dedicated to those who served in "the Great War". It is located at Kaimana beach.
7 residents recomanen
Waikiki War Memorial Natatorium
2815 Kalākaua AvenueBuilt before WWII, this is one of the only remaining memorials dedicated to those who served in "the Great War". It is located at Kaimana beach.
This is a State Marine Life Conservation District with great snorkeling and a nice sandy beach of lounging in the sun.
531 residents recomanen
Badia de Hanauma
7455 Kalanianaʻole HighwayThis is a State Marine Life Conservation District with great snorkeling and a nice sandy beach of lounging in the sun.
Makapu'u Point Lighthouse
Makapu‘u Lighthouse RoadPerfect for watching the sunrise.
A great hike to watch either the sunrise or sunset. It gets very, very hot during the middle of the day so bring lots of water and sunblock!
116 residents recomanen
Koko Head Park
Koko Head Park RoadA great hike to watch either the sunrise or sunset. It gets very, very hot during the middle of the day so bring lots of water and sunblock!
Pearl Harbor
A staple of every Oahu vacation.
Watch the Oahu's iconic North Shore waves and sunsets from this beach but be careful if you brave the water.
167 residents recomanen
Sunset Beach
Watch the Oahu's iconic North Shore waves and sunsets from this beach but be careful if you brave the water.
From sitting in the sand to body surfing the shorebreak and jumping off the big rock, this is a must on any North Shore drive.
389 residents recomanen
Waimea Bay Beach
From sitting in the sand to body surfing the shorebreak and jumping off the big rock, this is a must on any North Shore drive.
A fairly easy hike with a fantastic view of Oahu's windward side.
10 residents recomanen
Crouching Lion
A fairly easy hike with a fantastic view of Oahu's windward side.
This tiny island is a great location for kayaking. Bring a picnic and some shoes and climb to the top for an incredible view.
18 residents recomanen
Mokoliʻi
This tiny island is a great location for kayaking. Bring a picnic and some shoes and climb to the top for an incredible view.
You can kayak out to the bird sanctuary on this island. It has a nice beach and lots of cliffs to explore.
21 residents recomanen
Mokulua Islands State Seabird Sanctuary
You can kayak out to the bird sanctuary on this island. It has a nice beach and lots of cliffs to explore.
Lanikai Beach
THE beach for any Hawaii vacation!
The Pali Lookout provides a great view of the Windward Side.
168 residents recomanen
Mirador de Nu'uanu Pali
Nuuanu Pali DriveThe Pali Lookout provides a great view of the Windward Side.
Entertainment & Activities
A local great beach with fewer tourists. This is THE beach for locals in right in town. You will always see families having bbqs and playing in the park.
57 residents recomanen
Kaimana Beach
A local great beach with fewer tourists. This is THE beach for locals in right in town. You will always see families having bbqs and playing in the park.
This is a great park of exercising, picnicking, or just relaxing. It's only a 15 minute walk from the studio!
65 residents recomanen
Kapiolani Park Beach
This is a great park of exercising, picnicking, or just relaxing. It's only a 15 minute walk from the studio!
The Honolulu Zoo has a nice array of exotic and tropical animals and birds.
334 residents recomanen
Zoo de Honolulu
151 Kapahulu AveThe Honolulu Zoo has a nice array of exotic and tropical animals and birds.
The valley this ranch sits in has been the backdrop for movies such as Jurassic Park and 50 First Dates.
289 residents recomanen
Ranca Kualoa
49-560 Kamehameha HwyThe valley this ranch sits in has been the backdrop for movies such as Jurassic Park and 50 First Dates.
Food Scene
Banán
1810 University AveLike an Acai Bowl...but so much better!
This shop has famous cream cheese scones. Definitely worth the calories!
107 residents recomanen
Diamond Head Market & Grill
3158 Monsarrat AveThis shop has famous cream cheese scones. Definitely worth the calories!
Coffee Talk
3601 Waialae AveA favorite neighborhood coffee shop.
Mud Hen Water
3452 Waialae AveTasty small plates and stellar cocktails.
Leahi Health Kaimuki
3441 Waialae AveSmoothies, fresh juices, and vegetarian foods.
Tucker & Bevvy Breakfast
2586 Kapahulu AveFantastic brunch!
The Counter
4211 Waialae AveBurgers and beer.
Himalayan Kitchen
1137 11th AveIndian food with a great atmosphere.
Kona Brewing Co.
7192 Kalanianole HighwayGreat local beers and pub food.
This is a great stop for good food and drink going to or from the airport.
77 residents recomanen
Nico's Pier 38
1129 N Nimitz HwyThis is a great stop for good food and drink going to or from the airport.
If you feel like something a bit out of the ordinary for Hawaii. This place is also BYOB.
6 residents recomanen
Ethiopian Love Restaurant
76 Smith StIf you feel like something a bit out of the ordinary for Hawaii. This place is also BYOB.
Little Village Noodle House
1113 Smith StFantastic Chinese food
If you are hungry on a long drive around the island, stop at Uncle Bobo's for some Barbeque brisket!
31 residents recomanen
Uncle Bobo's
51-480 Kamehameha HwyIf you are hungry on a long drive around the island, stop at Uncle Bobo's for some Barbeque brisket!
This newly opened restaurant has great cocktails and locally grown and sourced smaller plates.
Avenue's Bar + Eatery
3605 Waialae AveThis newly opened restaurant has great cocktails and locally grown and sourced smaller plates.
Kaimuki Superette
3458 Waialae AveGreat locally sourced ingredients with a casual atmosphere.
Juicy Brew
3392 Waialae AveVegan food.
Espresso, gelato, and good food plus nicely designed gallery walls.
20 residents recomanen
ARS Cafe and Gelato
3116 Monsarrat AveEspresso, gelato, and good food plus nicely designed gallery walls.
Located in the lobby of the newly renovated SurfJack boutique hotel, Mahina & Sun's has great cocktails and fantastic locally sourced dinner options.
14 residents recomanen
Mahina & Sun’s
412 Lewers StLocated in the lobby of the newly renovated SurfJack boutique hotel, Mahina & Sun's has great cocktails and fantastic locally sourced dinner options.
Drinks & Nightlife
BREW'd craft pub
3441 Waialae AveGreat selection of craft and local beers.
Old school Tiki drinks! This bar is a regular on Hawaii 5-0.
19 residents recomanen
La Mariana Sailing Club
50 Sand Island Access RdOld school Tiki drinks! This bar is a regular on Hawaii 5-0.
Great cocktails and an amazing selection of traditional AND vegan/vegetarian bar foods!
21 residents recomanen
Downbeat Diner and Lounge
42 N Hotel StGreat cocktails and an amazing selection of traditional AND vegan/vegetarian bar foods!
The Manifest
32 N Hotel StCoffee during the day, whiskey at night.
The Study
1775 Ala Moana BlvdA cool quiet bar.
Arts & Culture
Consolidated Theatres Kahala
4211 Waialae AveMovie theatre.
This tiny theatre features late-run movies, 12 leather seats, and encourages bringing your own snacks and drinks!
10 residents recomanen
Movie Museum
3566 Harding AveThis tiny theatre features late-run movies, 12 leather seats, and encourages bringing your own snacks and drinks!
Honolulu Museum of Art
900 S Beretania StDoris Duke Theatre
900 S Beretania StFilm festivals and events.
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King StIolani Palace
364 S King StDiamond Head Theatre
520 Makapuu AveA great small theatre showcasing local actors.