Oahu – What to See & Do

USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor

Oahu offers an incredible array of attractions and activities and it’s easy to become overwhelmed with the options. Luckily, we’ve made it easy for you to quickly find all the best things to see and do on Oahu in our 7-day Oahu vacation itinerary. Our itinerary includes all the top attractions, plus we recommend opportunities to learn and appreciate the local culture.

If you are traveling with toddlers to teens, you’ll want to see our article Oahu Family Activities and Attractions. That article lists things to do that are fun for the whole family.

For even more ideas of things to see and do on Oahu, check out the following list of ideas.

– Outrigger canoeing

– Learn to surf

– Take a boat tour such as a scenic boat tour, dinner cruise, sunset sail or during humpback whale season (January – March), go on a whale watching tour.

– Go snorkeling – Hanauma Bay is one of the most popular snorkeling spots on Oahu.

– Go hiking – three favorite hikes are: Hiking to the top of Diamond Head for a beautiful view of Honolulu. Discover Oahu’s greener side with a hike to Manoa Falls. Enjoy a sunrise walk at along the coast on the Makapuu Trail

– Kayaking – I recommend kayaking the to the Mokulua Islands

– Golf

– Enjoy a spa treatment

– Go horseback riding

– Enjoy a wonderful dinner and Polynesian dance show at a Oahu Luau

– Learn about Polynesian cultures at the Polynesian Cultural Center

Tour central Oahu

– Look for filming locations for the TV Show LOST

– Tour scenic Honolulu by segway

– Take a helicopter tour of Oahu

– Go to a Oahu swap meet or farmers market.

For more ideas, see our list of over 50 fun things to do on Oahu.

To read more detailed articles and reviews of great Oahu vacation attractions and activities, check out the category Oahu See & Do

Also, see this collection of 7-day Hawaii vacation itineraries.

>> Go back to the main page of the Oahu Vacation Guide

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