2006-12-04 02:24:34 · 12 answers · asked by Hillary A 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Honolulu
Walk around Waikiki at night. There are so many places to see and things to do that you can't do in the daytime!
2006-12-06 17:07:42 · answer #1 · answered by cam - [ily]♥ 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definitely go on a catamaran ride off Waikiki Beach! We live in Hawaii (Kauai) and do that every time we go to Oahu. It's so much fun! The water is super clear even when you're really far out on the ocean and you can see the bottom no matter where you are. We've seen whales, turtles, and dolphins from the cat too, so it's totally worth it to keep your eyes open for sealife.
The Waikiki Aquarium is also very good. Inexpensive and entertaining. One of the few places you will ever get to see a Hawaiian Monk Seal because they're endangered.
The Mai Tai Bar at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel is great. I think the mai tais are a bit too strong, but I'm a lightweight so don't go by me! The atmosphere is what takes me back there again and again. Get a table just before sunset and listen to the Hawaiian music (live) and watch hula. Beautiful spot.
There is so much more but I will just mention one more thing: hiking Diamond Head. It's not a bad hike...more of a walk, really. There are 99 steps at one point in the trail but it's doable if you're not grossly overweight or disabled. It's interesting to climb through the old bunker (WWII) and come out with all of Oahu in front of you. Really spectacular!
Enjoy your trip! Aloha.
2006-12-04 20:15:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
While there is SO much to do throughout the island of Oahu, there are a few key things to do when you're near Waikiki. First of all, just stroll the beach! It is after all the world's most famous beach! Make sure to stop by the "Duke" statue, the father of surfing. The International Market Place is a fun place to shop and there's a delicious food court inside with hula shows every night. If you plan on buying souvenirs in the International Market Place..haggle!
Walking the strip at night is fun too because ther are street performers. At sunset, don't miss the lighting of the torches! Native- scadly clad men run down the strip with torchres to illuminate the street.
2006-12-07 04:15:10 · answer #3 · answered by tameliz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do all the fun things mentioned--- BUT be sure you don't just stay in town--Honolulu/Waikiki. Check out the country-- north shore, Haleiwa, etc. Swim some of the small beaches as you go up the coast, Ka'awa, Laie, etc. That's where you'll find the real Hawaii.
Honolulu/Waikiki is just another American city with a great climate and a bunch of tourist attractions.
2006-12-07 22:06:33 · answer #4 · answered by Rani 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Waikiki Beach, International Marketplace, Diamond Head, if you walk through the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel towards the back to the pool they have entertainment every night and Saturday nights are the best! Try to go to Chinatown and take the trolley to Ala Moana Mall, it was the first biggest mall of America. And for bringing back souveniers go to Hilo Hattie, there is free transportation to their both locations in Honolulu! Have fun!
2006-12-06 07:57:02 · answer #5 · answered by 21Nights 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's a cool website to check out and here's my 2 cents! http://sparks-mexico.com/hawaii/...
I am a nature nut and hawaii is a great place to enjoy our beautiful planet! I put this together earlier but wanted to share it with you cause there are some things here that will help you out! Hawaii is definately worth it! I just can't get enough of that place! I have been 6 times and I have found enough on Oahu to do that i haven't even ventured out to the other islands yet! Here are some things in Waikiki and around the island to do;Dukes is def cool and right on the beach, and if you want to dance with the youngsters you can head over to scruples. There are a ton of eating places down on the strip but the real hawaii is out of town. Take the bus or drive up to manoa and experience the rainforest and a natural waterfall! Take a trip to the north shore and go to waimaia valley and see some of the most spectacular fauna anywhere! If you adventurous hike along the ridges and see paradise from 4000 feet! I did that and loved every second of it..ok well it was more like 8 hours of it but anyway..lol. Diving and snorkeling are pretty awesome too! Hanuama bay is touristy and with good reason. You are guaranteed to see tons of fish and have a nice afternoon at a beautiful beach! Diving can be done just off shore and runs around 100 bucks for 2 tanks and you don't need to be experienced. Not far out of town you can jetski or parasail. Wouldn't really bother with the jetskiing cause they have too many rules in hawaii but the parasailing is something you should atleast try once. After that it gets kind of boring. In town the international market place is def cool and worth strolling through...a tip..go to all the kiosks and then go back and don't be affraid to barter..that's how it works there! On the weekend a really cool thing to do it go to aloha stadium for a huge flea market!!! I mean huge the tents go all around the stadium and everything you find for suviners in waikiki you will find there for way i mean way cheaper!! Oh one last thing, you have to go to a luau and the paradise cove luau is the best. oh crap...just thought of something else that will help you out. Go to Entertaiment.com and buy the book for hawaii and it will give you so many discount coupons it will pay for it self right away. I did and it worked great. Don't forget that part..really do it you won't be sorry. Many 2-1 coupons on dinners in waikiki which is really expensive.I have been to hawaii 6 times now and would love to live there. I hope you make it cause you won't forget it! Aloha!
Some more stuff:
Must See Attractions
Paradise Cove Luau - Best on the Island (get entertainmetn coupon"
Polynesian Cultural Center - North Shore ( can catch show here) Make sure you get the "entertainment coupon"
Diamond Head - Cause everyone's doing it
Waikiki- Can't go to hawaii and miss the strip
Manoa Falls - An easy hike with views and feel of the jungle and it's free!
Hanuama Bay - Best tourist snorkeling in the islands!
Drive the Pali Highway and go to the lookout
Makiki Heights drive - Tourists don't find this gem and it's amazing! MUST SEE. Check your map to get to Makiki Heights. Great views of the island
Restaurants: There are tons of restaurants in Waikiki. If you are young and like to drink then drink b/4 you go out! The Pacific Beach Hotel has drink specials all week long and there a good deal. There are Mai Tai specials all over but DIXIES has the screamin Mai TAi which comes in a 32 oz glass and is about 6 bucks!!! Good Eats there too! For cheaper eats go outside of town over towards the Kaneohe side. If you do want to eat in Waikiki then i would highly recommend that you go to www.entertainment.com and buy the book for hawaii. This coupon book will save you a ton on the island! Seriously everytime i go i get the book and use all the 2-1 deals in it! Check ebay for it too sometimes you can get it dirt cheap!
Hotels; Best hotel for the money is the Ocean Resort Hotel on the east end of the strip. Very close to the beach, decent rooms, service is good and you will pay under a 100 a night for most rooms and the parking is much cheaper than the other hotels!
Have a great trip your gonna love it!
2006-12-04 04:07:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
along with what others have said - i would suggest seeing Pearl Harbor and touring the USS arizona memorial - that was bombed 65 years ago today...
Also go to the Polynesian Cultural Center on the East side - it a great taste of REAL Hawaii...food, culture, dance show - its amazing.
Make sure you take time at night to just walk along the beach at Waikiki - it is amazing
Enjoy and Aloha!
2006-12-07 13:37:17 · answer #7 · answered by Jer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WOW the person above me pretty much said it all...i recomend the Bearfoot Bar..its in the back of the Hale koa hotel right by the pool are...OMG they have the best drinks and the price aint that bad. trust me you will have a good time out there. the party stars early in the morning...alright have fun
2006-12-04 06:10:46 · answer #8 · answered by cris 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Manu Kai Catamaran :) :)
2006-12-04 13:28:39 · answer #9 · answered by myteemo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
climb diamond head. go on the booze cruise. go to the international market.
2006-12-04 02:26:17 · answer #10 · answered by Okole 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋