Kaka'ako Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Waikiki Beach
Come sample the waves and catch some rays on the white sands of the beach most synonymous with surfing and the Aloha spirit.
Ala Moana Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home with a trip to Ala Moana Center, a popular shopping spot in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Pearl Harbor
Discover where America's involvement in World War II started and ended amid the moving memorials and battleship museums of this historic harbor.
Honolulu Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Honolulu with a trip to Honolulu Harbor. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its shops.
Royal Hawaiian Center
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Royal Hawaiian Center, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
International Market Place
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to International Market Place, a favourite shopping spot in Honolulu. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Activities
Honolulu: Glass Bottom Boat Tour along Oahu's South Shore
5 in 1 Deluxe Cruise: Turtle Snorkeling, Activities and Pick-Up
Waikiki Sunset Catamaran Cruise with dinner, Fireworks on Fridays
Deluxe Snorkel and Wildlife Cruise in Waikiki
BYOB Sunset Cruise off the Waikiki Coast
Our pick of the best Kaka'ako Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaka'ako
Downtown Honolulu
Unique features of Downtown Honolulu include the shopping and beaches. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or King Kamehameha Statue while you're exploring the area.
Ala Moana
If you're spending some time in Ala Moana, Ala Moana Center and Magic Island are top sights worth seeing.
Waikiki
Waikiki Beach Walk and Waikiki Beach are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Waikiki. Travellers also love the stunning beaches, island views and popular shops.
Chinatown
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Chinatown. You might want to make time for a stop at Honolulu Harbor or TAG - The Actors' Group.
McCully - Moiliili
Though McCully - Moiliili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikiki Beach Walk and Ala Moana Center.
Pacific Heights
While visiting Pacific Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Queen Emma Summer Palace and Cathedral of St. Andrew.
- Ward Village Shops
- Kaka'ako Waterfront Park
- Kaka‘ako Farmers’ Market
- Waikiki Beach
- Ala Moana Center
- Pearl Harbor
- Waikiki Beach Walk
- Honolulu Harbor
- Royal Hawaiian Center
- International Market Place
- Lanikai Beach
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Kailua Beach
- Diamond Head
- Hawaii Convention Center
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
- Honolulu Zoo
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Kualoa Beach Park
- Ala Moana Beach Park
- Kuhio Beach Park
- Queen Kapiʻolani Regional Park
- Kaneohe Bay
- Waimanalo Beach