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There are four ways to do Pearl Harbor on this page, and they differ mainly in how much else you want to see that day. The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is free to enter; the USS Arizona Memorial program uses timed tickets reserved through Recreation.gov, so book those early whichever option you choose.
Visiting with children? Read Pearl Harbor with kids first.
Staying on the Big Island? The Pearl Harbor tour from the Big Island flies you from Kona to Honolulu and back in one day, with flights and tickets included.
Starting prices for the tours listed on this page range from $10 (Official Pearl Harbor Self-Guided Audio Tour) to $950 (Private Pearl Harbor, Honolulu & North Shore Tour). Each listing shows what the price includes.
The tours listed on this page run from about 2 hours (Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Experience) to 10 to 11 hours (Pearl Harbor and Circle Island Tour). The longest option includes transport to and from your hotel.
The Complete Pearl Harbor Experience Tour offers five guided Pearl Harbor tours on Oahu, priced f...
A Pearl Harbor and Circle Island tour packs two of Oahu’s essential experiences into one full day: th...
A five-hour guided tour from Waikiki pairing the USS Arizona Memorial program, documentary and Navy shuttle...
The Pearl Harbor self-guided audio tour is the official National Park Service narration of the Visitor Cent...
Not every Pearl Harbor visit needs a guided tour. If you already have your USS Arizona Memorial tickets and...
Guided USS Arizona Memorial tours departing Waikiki with round-trip hotel pickup and a reserved ticket to t...
The Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center sits in the courtyard of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and runs f...
Private Pearl Harbor tours put your group in its own vehicle with a dedicated guide who sets the schedule a...
The official National Park Service self-guided audio tour of Pearl Harbor, narrated by Jamie Lee Curtis in 9 l...
A Pearl Harbor tour built for west side guests, with Ko Olina pickup between 8:00am and 8:15am: the Visitor Ce...
An eight to nine hour Oahu day built around the warships: the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, the Navy boat cross...
Pearl Harbor is one of the most visited sites in Hawaii, and tickets — especially for the USS Arizona Memorial boat shuttle — sell out weeks ahead during peak season. Reserve your Pearl Harbor tour early through Hawaiian-Activities.com to guarantee your preferred date and time. Walk-up availability is extremely limited and often gone by mid-morning.
The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center opens at 7:00 AM, and arriving early means shorter lines, cooler temperatures, and a more reflective experience before the midday rush. Most guided tours depart in the morning, so plan to be on-site by 7:30–8:00 AM for the best experience. Parking at the site fills up quickly, so consider booking a tour that includes hotel transportation.
Pearl Harbor enforces a strict no-bag policy — no purses, backpacks, diaper bags, or camera bags are allowed beyond the security checkpoint. You may bring a small clear bag (no larger than 1 gallon) and personal items like wallets and phones. Paid bag storage is available on-site, so plan accordingly and leave large bags in your hotel or vehicle.
Pearl Harbor is an active military installation and a place of solemn remembrance, so dress modestly — avoid beachwear, short shorts, or offensive graphics. Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes as you’ll be walking across multiple outdoor sites in Oahu’s warm, humid climate. Light, breathable clothing is ideal, and don’t forget sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.
Most Pearl Harbor tours include admission to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, the USS Arizona Memorial (via Navy boat shuttle), and access to exhibits featuring artifacts, photographs, and survivor testimonies. Premium and combo tours available through Hawaiian-Activities.com may also include the Battleship Missouri, USS Bowfin submarine, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Some packages include round-trip hotel transportation from Waikiki, making the experience completely hassle-free.
A basic Pearl Harbor tour visiting the Visitor Center and USS Arizona Memorial takes approximately 2.5 to 3 hours. If you add the Battleship Missouri, USS Bowfin, and Aviation Museum, plan for a full 5–7 hour day. Hawaiian Activities offers a range of tour lengths so you can choose the experience that best fits your Oahu itinerary.
Yes, the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and USS Arizona Memorial are both wheelchair accessible, including the Navy boat that transports visitors to the memorial structure. However, some areas of the Battleship Missouri and USS Bowfin submarine involve steep ladders and narrow passageways that may be challenging for guests with limited mobility. It’s recommended to check accessibility details when booking your specific tour through Hawaiian-Activities.com.
Children of all ages are welcome at Pearl Harbor, and many families find it a deeply educational experience for older kids and teenagers. The exhibits are thoughtfully designed to be informative without being graphic, though the subject matter involves war and loss. Parents should prepare younger children for a respectful, quiet environment — it is a place of mourning as well as history.
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial Visitor Center is at 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu, HI 96818, next to Aiea and about 11 miles (roughly 25 to 45 minutes in traffic) west of Waikiki. You can drive and park on site, take TheBus, or book a tour with hotel pickup from Waikiki or Ko Olina so you do not have to deal with parking or the bag rules on your own.
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