Arizona Memorial USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center

National Park Service

400 Marshall Road

Pearl Harbor, HI 96860-3139 808-422-0561

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Admission Charged This famous white floating memorial was built to remember the 1,102 men who died when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The tour includes a 20-minute documentary. Aloha Tower Marketplace 101 Ala Moana Blvd.

Honolulu, HI  96813-4815 808-528-5700

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Admission Free This double-decker mall adjacent to Honolulu Harbor has shops, indoor and outdoor restaurants, and live entertainment. The observation deck offers a fabulous view of the harbor. Bishop Museum 1525 Bernice St.

Honolulu, HI 96817-2704 808-848-4129

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Admission Charged Founded in 1889, the museum began with royal possessions, but it is now world-famous for its displays of the best of Polynesia. There is also a planetarium in the museum. Chinatown

King St., between Smith and River Sts.

Honolulu, HI 96817-5139 This historic neighborhood has everything from art galleries to Chinese and Thai restaurants. An open-air market completes the scene, making this one of the best Chinatowns in the country. Hanauma Bay 7455 Kalanianaole Hwy.

Honolulu, HI 96825 808-396-4229 This overlook is one of the most beautiful spots in Hawaii, and the view covers the whole bay. Visitors can even see the reefs through the clear waters, as well as crowds of snorkelers. Hawaii IMAX Theater 325 Seaside Ave.

Honolulu, HI  96815-2518 808-923-4629

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Admission charged With a screen five stories high and 70 feet wide, this theater presents incredible movie experiences. All-digital stereo sound enhances the experience even more. Kids will love the family-friendly films. Hawaii Maritime Center Pier 7, Ala Moana Blvd.

Honolulu, HI 96813 808-536-6373 The main exhibits of this center focus on Hawaii's whaling days, the history of Honolulu Harbor, the Clipper seaplane, and surfing and wind-surfing in Hawaii. A century-old ship serves as part of the working museum, as does a reproduction of the ancient Hawaiian ships. Hawaii's Plantation Village 94-695 Waipahu St.

Waipahu, Hawaii 96797-2601 808-677-0110

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Admission Charged This plantation is full of authentic furnishings from Hawaii's plantation period. Asian art and architecture are the stars of the show, along with many interesting antiques and relics. Honolulu Zoo 151 Kapahulu Ave.

Honolulu, HI  96815-4013

808-971-7171

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Admission Charged Noted for its incredible beauty, this zoo offers more than just a look at animals. During the summer months, the zoo produces free programs of singing, dancing and island entertainment. Iolani Palace 364 S King St,

Honolulu, HI 96813-2900

808-522-0832

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Admission Charged Built in 1882, "America's only royal residence" has been beautifully restored. Guided tours reveal everything from throne rooms to meeting halls. Kodak Hula Show 2805 Monsarrat Ave.

Honolulu, HI 96815-4020 808-627-3379

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Admission Free This free one-hour presentation is one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. Dancing, music and all sorts of traditional entertainment create a wonderful show. Moanalua Gardens 1401 Mahiole St.

Honolulu, HI 96819-1750 808-833-1944

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Admission Free This lovely park is the site of a major hula festival during the summer. It is also a great place to visit for hiking, walking and enjoying the beauty of Hawaii. Polynesian Cultural Center 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy.

Laie, Hawaii 96762-1113 808-293-3333

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Admission Charged Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, Fiji, the Marquesas, New Zealand and Tonga are all represented in this wonderful center. Shows, demonstrations, IMAX films, shopping and handicrafts complete the experience. This is a great place for families to go, especially for the two-hour nightly show. Sea Life Park

2552 Kalakaua Ave

Honolulu, HI 96815-3662 808-259-7933

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Admission Charged This marine park has everything from dolphins to whales to penguins. A 300,000-gallon Hawaiian reef tank is one of the highlights, as is The Pacific Whaling Museum. The location itself is breathtaking. Wahiawa Botanical Gardens 1396 California Ave.

Wahiawa, Hawaii 96786-2534 808-621-7321

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Admission Charged More than 27 acres of unique plants and flowers fill this lovely garden. The garden is incredibly peaceful and many of its plants are stunning. Dole Pineapple Pavilion 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy.

Wahiawa, HI 96786

808-621-8408

Tours held 9am – 5:30pm daily

Admission Charged This center is dedicated to the pineapple, and it is a wonderful stop on a tour of the island. Exhibits and a tram tour of a field complete the pavilion. Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalakaua Ave.

Honolulu, HI 96815-4027 808-923-9741

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Admission Charged More than 300 different types of Pacific and Hawaiian marine life are on display here, including a giant clam. Many exhibits and movies complement the interesting creatures. Waimea Valley 59-864 Kamehameha Hwy.

Haleiwa, HI 96712-9406 808-638-8511

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Admission Charged This 1,800-acre attraction features a look at early Hawaiian life in the midst of an impressive garden that has more than 2,500 species of plants. Visitors can watch amazing cliff dives and participate in less dangerous Hawaiian games.