22 Things to Do Around Oahu | The BEST of Honolulu, Waikiki, & North Shore!

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THINGS TO DO ON OAHU: CHAPTERS
00:00 INTRO
01:12 Geography
01:33 Where to Stay
02:12 Hula Show
02:45 Fireworks
03:13 Sea Turtles
04:12 Whale Watching
04:44 Waterfall Hike
05:49 Street Art
06:20 Palace
06:54 Sunset Spot
07:31 Helicopter Tour
07:52 Pearl Harbor
09:05 Ko Olina Lagoons
09:48 Snorkel Tour
10:31 Haleiwa Town
11:11 Food Trucks
11:31 Waimea Valley
12:06 Shark’s Cove
12:44 Polynesian Cultural Center
13:28 Kualoa Ranch
14:15 Hawaiian Food
14:36 21 Degrees Estate
15:16 Mokes!
15:47 Diamond Head

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[fwootamala]

This update is so convincing that we *already* bought tickets!

[toddf]

Great ideas. On the east side of the island, I would add Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden…mostly because of the amazing views as you enter the park. It’s another free thing to do. I stopped there after checking out of the hotel and before I needed to go to the airport.

[AVworld.]

Perfect timing! We'll be there next weekend with our toddler!

[robertgerber]

Ok you’ve convinced me to buy one of your itineraries.

[allisonshimonski]

fiercely taking notes Jordan lol great video guys!!

[brittanyrose]

My soon to be husband and I will be going for our honeymoon in the middle of October can’t wait!! Got your itinerary and have watched a lot of videos to get ready for this!!

[scottlyttle]

The USS Arizona does not require reservations, as there is a standby line for those without reservations. But if you want to make the most of your time, you can reserve timed tickets for the Arizona.

[rutht-jjzp]

We were there in September, 2022. Planning our next trip for a year from now in September, 2025. Can’t wait to plan using your travel guide, cheat sheets, and itinerary for Oahu.

[timsullivan]

I cry inside every time i watch a video about Hawaii...been there twice...in 82 for a week and did oahu, maui and the big Island (only remember oahu tho) and Oahu again in 2015 for a full week

[Matt_Hattr]

I can confirm that Kualoa Ranch is an AMAZING place to visit!!! We did three tours in two days and they were all a blast! I just HIGHLY recommend to anyone... DO NOT try to get there or back to another part of the island during rush hour! The traffic is horrible!

[yoliemarroquin]

Lots of fun activities. We have been to Oahu so many times and have not done 1/2 of the things you all experienced. Guess we will need to schedule another trip soon, lol. Thanks for sharing another great video. :)

[PeaceFan]

I am doing the Ko Olina Adventure Snorkel PER Your Request and Recommendation..Did you see Any Turtles when you went on that Tour?!

[eyeballs]

Just curious how often do you update your guides if at all? Purchase your Big Island guide and it was great!

[lizhernandez]

What do you guys recommend for a island hoping for 24hrs at Maui

[Fulgum]

I would disagree with the Polynesian Cultural Center. A much better alternative is the Bishop Museum. You can learn so much history about Polynesia and Hawaii at the Bishop. The history on this region is extensive and well worth an afternoon. You only need to pay an entrance fee.

[MariaMundaden]

Hanauma bay is missing in the list, any particular reason for not considering it?

[hskujama]

Where can you fly drone legally in Oahu? Thanks