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Honolulu Fire Department Museum and Education Center

Honolulu Fire Department Museum and Education Center is an educational museum operated by the Honolulu’s Fire Department to depict the memories, history, story, and historic fire trucks used by the fire department. The museum features a memorial for smallpox victims of 1853, war artifacts, and fire department heroes. The two storey museum also depicts the history of Honolulu’s Fire Department through a lane of memories and pictures followed by a truck of 1941. Fire extinguishing weapons, old kakaako firehouse, fire department mascot, and bronze momento are kept preserved on the second floor of the museum making it an informative arena. Read More

Located in the Honolulu Police Department on South Beretania Street, Honolulu Law Enforcement Museum is a mini informative museum showcasing the law enforcement history of Hawaii. Depicting the era of King Kamehameha I to advancements in the police department of Hawaii, Honolulu Law Enforcement Museum is unique in its exhibits. The museum is beautified with collections of breathalyzers, police bikes, photos, polygraph machines, and forensic kits, portraying a different story with every display. Take home a souvenir from the snack shop of the museum and experience the law enforcement history in the museum. Read More

Founded in 1922, Honolulu Museum of Art is a premier art museum in Honolulu with one of the largest collection of Asian art. Accredited from American Alliance of Museum and with the status of National Historic Site, Honolulu Museum of Art offers a great paintings, contemporary art, textiles and graphics collection, expecially of Japanese, American, African and Italian origin. Apart from some aesthetic paintings and sculpture collection, Honolulu Museum of Art features a Spalding House, Doris Duke Theatre, Art Library and Art School for a go to tour by visitors. Bronze Akota, Bronze Ganesha, Chinese Tomb Sculpture of Farmer, Dog, Star God of Longevity, Amida, hevajra statue etc. are some prime sculptures of the museum. Read More

Honolulu Zoo, a prime tourist attraction is a 42-acre landscape; situated in the heart of Waikiki, providing habitat to various mammals, amphibians, reptiles, and birds. The zoo happens to be the only one in the entire United States to be established as a sovereign monarch's wish. With more than 900 species of wildlife and an exotic variety of plants, the zoo is a magnificent place to visit along with your family or friends. You can see the endangered species such as the Sumatran tiger, Komodo dragon, the black rhino as you wander in the zoo. There are animals and birds like tortoises, Asian elephants, chimpanzees, hippos, monkeys, Manchurian crane, Palm Cockatoo seen in the zoo. The zoo also has some native and non-native plants such as hibiscus, Hala, noni-plants, etc. You can also indulge in the daily activities and exhibitions offered by the zoo. Read More

John Young Museum of Art is an exemplary museum for exploring Asian, African, and Mesoamerican artworks. It is located in Krauss Hall of the University of Hawaii and features the art work of John Chin Young who was a famous Chinese sculpture. Well known for its tribal art collection, the John Young Museum of Art houses ceramics, murals, and paper scriptures are housed in the museum along with ancient Neolithic pottery jars. The museum is spread over 2,000 square feet and equips various workshops, libraries, galleries, and a scenic courtyard. Read More

If you are in Honolulu and want to spend a day at one of the nearest beaches, you should definitely include Kahanamoku Beach in your list which is located at a distance of 3.2 miles from the city. The beach is named after Duke Paoa Kahanamoku who is popular as a surfer, for canoeing, and also as an Olympic swimmer. The long stretch also has a man-made 5-acre Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon which can definitely be explored by the visitors. When you are planning to go to the beach take some good books, good music, some lip-smacking food or just nibbles, maybe a bicycle or probably just take a walk along the beach and dive into your ocean of thoughts. Spend some quality time irrespective of whether you are on a date or on a trip with your friends or family. Read More

Located at a distance of 35.5 miles from the city of Honolulu, it is one of the most popular golf courses near Honolulu. This golf course opened in 1937 is 2699 yards and is a 9-hole course. There are soft drinks and snacks vending machines but however, it is advisable to bring your own lunch or meal as there are no restaurants in the clubhouse. Carts are available for $4, people are allowed to walk inside the course and enjoy the lush greenery and the huge, beautiful lawns. Irrespective of whether you are an amateur or an experienced golfer, the course will treat you right. The Honolulu government mentions absolutely correctly on their website about this golf course, “Definitely a leisurely day of golf!” Read More

Located at a distance of 12.6 miles from the city of Honolulu, the Kailua Beach looks like a painting with turquoise blue, crystal clear water with a long stretch of soft white sand. Thousands of people come to the Kailua Beach every year which has increased its popularity. You can visit the beach with your loved ones and enjoy the beautiful sunset over the Mokulua Islands in the evening when the water reflects the hues of the setting sun. For all the sports enthusiasts, there are several options like kayaking, paddleboarding, etc. You can go for biking or hiking, explore the local dining and breweries at the beach. If you are willing to do something different, the Kailua Beach also provides you with an opportunity to serve the environment by cleaning the beach. Try out the various activities that the place has to offer. Read More

Named after Queen Kapiolani, this park in Honolulu offers the most breathtaking view in the capital with a volcano on one side and a beach on the other. Apart from being the perfect place to rejuvenate, the regional Park is popular for sports like volleyball, tennis, football and canoeing. Sandwiched between the Waikiki Shell and the Honolulu Zoo, Kapiolani Regional Park is the largest and the second oldest park in Hawaii spanning across 300 acres of grassy area. Brimming with enthusiasm, the park is frequented by all age groups who enjoy the surroundings and food from local vendors throughout the day. Read More

Want to experience golf at a privately owned property with all the advantages and luxury? Ko Olina Golf Club is the perfect place if you are planning for a luxurious day. Located at a distance of 24.4 miles from the city of Honolulu, it ensures the best experience in golf to its visitors. If you are an amateur you definitely do not have to worry as they have a golf academy that provides beginner golf classes, private lessons, on-course playing lessons, daily golf clinics, and junior programs. Experience a world of cuisine at Roy’s inside the club. They provide with amenities like a free shuttle, group tournament play, caddies, and forecaddies, men’s and ladies’ locker room, golf shop, clubhouse, driving range, putting greens, etc. Enjoy a luxurious golf day! Read More