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Waikiki Beach, Honolulu

4.1
#1 of 205 in Beaches in Hawaii
Must see · Beach · Nature / Park
Soak up Hawaii’s island charm while relaxing on the sandy shores of Waikiki Beach. Located on the south shore of Honolulu, the beach borders the well-known neighborhood of Waikiki, once a playground for Hawaiian royalty. Known for its pristine white sand, bathtub temperatures, and spectacular views of the Diamond Head tuff cone, the beach serves as a popular place for watersports and sunbathing year-round. Try your hand at riding the waves with a surf lesson, or take a stroll along the boardwalk, where you will find a variety of oceanside dining options and street vendors. Put Waikiki Beach into our Honolulu trip planner to see other points of interest to visit during your vacation in Honolulu.
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Tours to Waikiki Beach

FROM $97 BOOK WITH VIATOR Turtle Canyon Catamaran Snorkel Cruise
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Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $312 BOOK WITH VIATOR Open-Door Helicopter Tour over Oahu
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FROM $533 BOOK WITH VIATOR Oahu Day Trip to Pearl Harbor from the Big Island
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FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise
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Duration: 1 hour
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FROM $129 BOOK WITH VIATOR Surfing Lessons On Waikiki Beach
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Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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FROM $168 BOOK WITH VIATOR Highlights of Oahu Tour: Circle Island, North Shore, Turtles & Local Food
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FROM $39 BOOK WITH VIATOR Hawaii | Waikiki Beach Sightseeing Cruise - Glass Bottom Boat
4.6
Duration: 1 hour
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FROM $98 BOOK WITH VIATOR 12pm Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure
4.9
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $76 BOOK WITH VIATOR Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Sail with Open Bar
4.5
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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FROM $112 BOOK WITH VIATOR Historical Honolulu Bike Tour
4.7
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
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FROM $126 BOOK WITH VIATOR Introduction to Scuba Diving in Oahu from Waikiki
3.9
Duration: 5 hours
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FROM $224 BOOK WITH VIATOR Custom True Hawaii Adventure Tour
5.0
Duration: 3 to 6 hours
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Waikiki Beach reviews

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4.5
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  • By 101shikham
    it isnt as gorgeous as Maui beaches - but really accessible and vibrant - I loved it. worth seeing for families  more »
  • By hutchens74
    If you are staying in Wiakiki, the beach area has all you need. Other than to visit Pearl Harbor, you could spend a whole week just at the beach. Within walking distance from the beach you cam...  more »
  • By ERISA1999
    I had heard Waikiki beach is overrun with tourists but I discovered there is no beach to be overrun. There is only around twenty feet of soggy sand between the beautiful blue water and overdeveloped....  more »
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  • By Stephanie Lovat
    Come here at least once in your life
  • By Marie Helene Desroches
    Nice famous beach but you can find nicer beaches in Oahu
  • By Blake Boyce
    Another awesome beach to visit as well as relaxing for a tan or to swim!!!
  • By Senco tsuei
    World famous
  • By Sergio de souza
    I love...
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