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Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial Tours and Tickets
Eerie and abandoned, the salt water swimming pool and stone bleachers of the Waikiki Natatorium War Memorial off San Souci beach was a shimmering seaside tribute when it opened in 1927. Today, some call the crumbling venue haunted and it is often featured in Island-wide nighttime ghost tours.
The aging edifice, shuttered since 1979, is still worth a daytime visit, if only to peek through the bars of its towering front gate and imagine what it once was. As one of the country’s few ‘living memorials,’ the space served both as a gathering place to honor the 10,000 Hawaii service men who served during WWI and a public facility where Hawaii residents learned to swim in its 100m length. The Natatorium is credited with creating a swimming culture in the local community, and providing a peaceful practice spot for Olympians including legendary Hawaiian waterman (and five-time Olympic swimming medalist) Duke Kahanamoku. On Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day, the chipping lot around the structure still occasionally hosts commemorative ceremonies honoring the structure’s original purpose.
Despite its designation as a ‘national treasure’ by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, no one seems to know what to do with the Natatorium. Throughout the years, numerous plans to revive or raze the structure, adding a new stretch of white sand to Waikiki’s crowded beaches, have been passed over. Until then, it just waits.
- 2815 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96815
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Small Group North Shore Circle Island Tour Oahu
Visit the top stops of the North Shore of Oahu with this small-group tour. You'll see dozens of local points of interest, including the Dole Plantation, Haleiwa Town. Turtle Beach, and North Shore surf spots, to name a few. You'll also have plenty of time to stop and snack at local food trucks before making your way back to your hotel.
... More- 4 hours 5 minutes
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$130.00
Full-Day Oahu Island Small-Group Tour
See the best of Oahu in a day with this comprehensive full-day tour. Save time reading up on the history of the island, and instead let a guide tell you all about it and take you to its most interesting locations. Highlights include Turtle Beach, filming locations from "Hawaii Five-0", Halona Blowhole, Waimanalo Beach, Sunset Beach Park, and the Dole Plantation.
... More- 2 hours 34 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$139.00
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After Dinner Tour along the Famous Waikiki Beach Strip
Waikiki Beach is a magnet for visitors during the day, but, after night falls, it transforms into a different place entirely. This small-group tour gives you the opportunity to soak up the scene as you travel through the glowing streets, stopping at such places as the Duke Kahanamoku statue, Diamond Head State Monument and famed Leonard's Bakery
... More- 35 minutes
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$81.63
Shaxi Diamond Head Hiking and Waikiki Tour
There are many guided tours to Diamond Head available but this small-group experience saves you time and money by combining a trip to Diamond Head with a comprehensive tour of Waikiki Tour. With plenty of free time at Diamond Head, you'll also be able to hike to the summit at your own pace.
... More- 5 hours 30 minutes
- Free Cancellation
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$81.63
Shaxi Waikiki Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
Skip the typical tour bus and explore Waikiki in a unique way by riding in an open air, five-seater Shaxi. Enjoy the soft sea breeze as you journey to famed attractions such as the Diamond Head State Monument, as well as some off-the-beaten-path spots, while your driver/guide fills you in on everything you need to know about Waikiki.
... More- 35 minutes
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$81.63
Shaxi Sunrise Tour
If you're an early riser, or fighting jet lag, this early morning tour is perfect for you. The Shaxi Sunrise Tour lets you see some of Waikiki's most famous attractions, including Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head State Monument, as the sun is coming up and before the crowds arrive. Includes a stop at Leonard's Bakery where you can treat yourself to their famed malasadas.
... More- 20 minutes
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$81.63
Shaxi Sunset Tour
Most travelers visit Waikiki during the day but, by leaving before dark, they miss seeing the area at its most atmospheric. This small-group tour ensures that you don't make the same mistake. You'll see sunset over the beach at Magic Island and visit such locations as Diamond Head Beach Park and the statue of legendary surfer, Duke Kahanamoku.
... More- 1 hour 20 minutes
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$81.63
Private Oahu Tour | Up to 14 People | Beaches, Food & Aloha
Experience the best of Oahu on this customizable private tour. Build an itinerary from over 30 possible activities and attractions. Visit surf beaches, pineapple fields, and macadamia farms. Watch whales or giant sea turtles in their natural habitats, and stop by local food trucks for fresh shrimp or colorful poke bowls. Capture the moment by purchasing a souvenir video with drone footage when your tour concludes.
... More- 4 hours 35 minutes
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$720.00
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Kapiolani Park Glide Ride
Glide through Honolulu’s scenic highlights and historic landmarks on a 1.5-hour Segway tour of Oahu’s most iconic city. Learn to maneuver your gyroscopic ride, then follow your guide through the lush Kapiolani Park, where swaying palms frame unforgettable views of Diamond Head. Explore the stunning shoreline on coastal paths to Makalei Beach Park and Queen’s Surf Beach, snag a selfie with Duke Kahanamoku’s famous statue, then finish your tour in the heart of Waikiki.
... More- 1 hour 30 minutes
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$165.85
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Diamond Head/Waikiki Tour
Explore Diamond Head and the Waikiki area on this 2-hour guided Segway tour. Climb on to your own Segway Personal Transporter, a self-balancing, two-wheeled electric scooter that allows you to enjoy some of the Honolulu area's most important sites without all of the walking. Visit Diamond Head Lighthouse, Waikiki Beach, Kapiolani Park and the bustling streets of the Waikiki area. Listen as your guide provides engaging, informative commentary about the culture and history of the area.
... More- 2 hours
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$195.00
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Sunset on the Beach Segway Tour
Watch the sun set over an Oahu beach on a 1.5-hour Segway tour of Honolulu’s scenic harbor, beaches and parks. Learn to steer your Segway, follow your guide through the quiet streets and take in stunning views of Diamond Head and Waikiki. Cruise past Ala Wai Yacht Harbor to a coastal canal, then watch surfers ride the breakers as you explore Ala Moana Beach Park. Glide past banyan trees and coconut palms while the stars appear above the ocean, and experience a perfect Hawaiian sunset.
... More- 2 hours
- Free Cancellation
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$195.00
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