Free Museums in Oahu

"As most travelers know, December 7, 1941 was a fateful day for the island of Oahu and the United States of America. The USS Arizona Memorial seeks to honor and remember those who sacrificed their lives for our country. As one of the most popular things to do in Honolulu, a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial must be part of your itinerary."

"1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA+1 808-422-3399. The Pearl Harbor National Memorial tops this list for it’s historical ties and importance. And, because even though you can pay to visit Pearl Harbor on a tour, it’s actually free to visit on your own!"

"Parks1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818MoreLess Info. The USS Arizona Memorial has 184 feet in length and is dedicated to all those who died in the attack. Most of the ship's crew, which listed 1,177, was killed."

"Located on Ford Island at Pearl Harbor, this museum takes visitors back in time to Pearl Harbor in the 1940s. The tour of the museum starts at Hangar 37, a former seaplane hangar that survived the attack on Pearl Harbor."

"Central Oahu: Battleship Missouri, USS Arizona, Pacific Aviation Museum, & more Windward Coast: Hanauma Bay Snorkeling, Sea Life Park, Kualoa Ranch & more"

"The colorful facade of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, with a distinctive mosaic tile Rainbow Mural spanning the height of the structure, can be seen far and wide in Waikiki. The resort opened in 1955 and is currently one of the largest hotels in the United States outside of Las Vegas, with 3,386 rooms and suites. This iconic resort sits on the widest stretch of the beach on 22 acres, featuring five sparkling pools, including the largest, a beachfront Super Pool, and the Paradise Pool with a waterslide, as well as the Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon for kayaking and paddleboarding."

"Located on Kaneohe Bay, the Paradise Bay Resort offers views of the Koolau Mountain Range an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. A complimentary daily deluxe breakfast is offered. Each room and suite is furnished with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, seating area and an electronics docking station."

"And at a sprawling 22 acres, the name village, doesn't quite do it justice. The resort has seven towers (some are exclusively timeshare). The Rainbow Tower is the closest to the beach and the aptly named Alii Tower has the best rooms and most exclusive services."

"4 km from city center 49 out of 58 places to visit in Honolulu. Sprawled over 5 acres on the Pali Highway of Honolulu, Queen Emma Summer Palace was built in 1848 and served Queen Emma of Hawaii as their summer retreat. Known as a historic landmark, Queen Emma Summer Palace is an aesthetic museum displaying the ancestral possessions of Queen Emma and the Hawaiian royal family."

"Built in 1847, the summer palace and home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV has been restored and offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Hawaiian monarchy."

"Located in Makiki Heights, the second location of the museum is the Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House, which is a true hidden gem. Visit Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House is included in the ticket to a visit Honolulu Museum of Art the same day. Both the museums are quiet places, peaceful and beautiful but they are different in many other ways."

"A monument to the influence of Christian missionaries on the Hawaiian islands, this building complex includes original structures from the early 19th century, when New Englanders settled the island to spread the Gospel and instill the Protestant work ethic in islanders. The buildings – including a frame home, a printing house, and a coral-stone home and storehouse – illustrate early Western life on the islands and the zeal and strenuous efforts of the missionaries. Tours, a gift shop, and a library are also available."

"Visit during free Family Day Open House events and, in addition to touring the historic homes, your keiki can play Hawaiian games, craft candles and make pretend pills in a 19th century medicine dispensatory. The events, which were typically held in April and September, were put on pause in 2020. We’ll let you know when it returns."

"This museum maintains three historical properties from the early 19th century. These restored homes, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, document the lives and living conditions of early missionaries. They are the oldest western-style buildings still standing."

"Part of a local chain of retro diners, Big City offers Hawaii-style comfort favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In the morning you get...Read More"

"A hot favorite among local families, Anna Miler’s also has a fair amount of tourists with family making a beeline to have a quick bite of their immensely popular breakfast which is available round the clock. The restaurant has probably got the most varieties of omelets available, each too good to be missed. Pancakes, waffles, chicken fried steak is also raved by the loyal customers."

"Pearl CityCraving a good old fashion club sandwich during self-isolation?. Don’t fret, your friendly neighborhood diner is here to help. No longer open 24 hours due to the mandate, Anna Miller’s still serves up island favorites such as its popular chicken pot pie and farmer’s breakfast."

"Lamb skewers, black pork belly, beef-wrapped chives: The city’s only northern Chinese skewer specialist has moved from Makaloa to Kapahulu, with grilling now done at the table on self-rotating metal skewers. 567 Kapahulu Ave., @hnlskewerhouse"

"Gourmet Chinese food- Orange Chicken, Beef With broccoli, Honey Walnut Shrimp, Kung Pao Chicken, Chicken string bean, fried rice and chow mein etc..; we do catering!. Click here to view the menu!"