Best Museums in Oahu

"People visiting the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii|© Phillip B. Espinasse / Shutterstock. This memorial commemorates the stories of the Pacific War, including the events of Pearl Harbor, the internment of Japanese-American citizens and the occupation of Japan. A main part of the memorial is the USS Arizona monument, which marks the resting place of 1,102 sailors and Marines who were killed on the battleship during the surprise attack in 1941."

"Make your way over to Pearl Harbor and the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument by car and spend the rest of the morning exploring the various exhibits that will get any World War II buff excited. Make sure you get tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial Tour right when you get there which consists of a 25-minute documentary film and a boat trip out to the Memorial."

"You can visit the Pearl Harbor Museums, the USS Arizona Memorial, USS Bowfin Submarine, USS Missouri Battleship, Pacific Aviation Museum and plenty more. It was a very moving experience and definitely worth the visit."

"The aviation history of the United States is part of some of the most iconic incidents in the world and the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor showcases just that. The museum occupies two hangars (37 and 39) and the Ford Island Control Tower. The visit begins with Hangar 37 that survived the Pearl harbor attack in 1941 and is a 25,000 square foot space where you can see aircrafts like Japanes...Read more"

"Take a ferry to Ford Island to tour one of the country's original aviation fields at the Pacific Aviation Museum. Hangars, battle tested from WW-II, still stand and several famous aircraft, including a Japanese Zero fighter and the B-25 Mitchell bomber, are on display. These aircraft are known for the famous Doolittle Raid in retaliation of Pearl Harbor."

"Located on Kaneohe Bay, the Paradise Bay Resort offers views of the Koolau Mountain Range an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. A complimentary daily deluxe breakfast is offered. Each room and suite is furnished with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, seating area and an electronics docking station."

"Located in Makiki Heights, the second location of the museum is the Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House, which is a true hidden gem. Visit Honolulu Museum of Art Spalding House is included in the ticket to a visit Honolulu Museum of Art the same day. Both the museums are quiet places, peaceful and beautiful but they are different in many other ways."

"Nestled in Hawaii’s Waterfront park near Honolulu, Hawaii Children’s Discovery Centre is an educational museum dedicated to children’s exhibits and colourful collections. Hawaii Children’s Discovery Centre is a 1989 museum that still enthralls 2, 00,000 visitors of all ages annually with a mission of inspiring children to dream big. Divided into 6 permanent exhibits, the museum offers learning and interactive surroundings to children where they can see, feel and learn from the events, activities and demonstrations."

"The Hawaii's Children’s Discovery Center, located next to Kaka’ako Park and just a few miles away from Waikiki, is a kid haven for fun!. This is really a special place that allows kids to interact, create, and play with Hawaii themed stations. Let the kids explore and learn how to pick pineapples, fly a Hawaiian airplane, product a Hawaii news cast, and so much more!"

"The Hawaii Children's Discovery Center is an exiting children's museum that teaches through interactive displays and games of make-believe. The building encompasses 38,000 square feet of interactive fun."

"4 km from city center 49 out of 58 places to visit in Honolulu. Sprawled over 5 acres on the Pali Highway of Honolulu, Queen Emma Summer Palace was built in 1848 and served Queen Emma of Hawaii as their summer retreat. Known as a historic landmark, Queen Emma Summer Palace is an aesthetic museum displaying the ancestral possessions of Queen Emma and the Hawaiian royal family."

"Built in 1847, the summer palace and home of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV has been restored and offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Hawaiian monarchy."

"US army museum of Hawaii, honoring the US army history and heritage, stands in the Battery Randolph on the Kalia Road in Honolulu. The museum was established in 1976 and features a varied collection of World War weapons, armor pieces, and guns. There are several galleries and exhibits in the museum having a collection of photographs and artifacts of coastal defense, Hawaiian warfare, and the Hawaiian army."

"Then, step inside Battery Randolph, step through an aircraft door and learn more about Hawaiian weapons, the history of the military in Hawai‘i and more. Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 2161 Kālia Road, (808) 955-9552, hiarmymuseumsoc.org."

"The US Army Museum Hawaii can be found in the Fort DeRussy Military Reservation. It is inside the former artillery battery, Battery Randolph, and has been opened since 1976."

"Hawaii State Art Museum is a popular museum housed in the Capitol District building of Honolulu and holds the status of Hawaii Capital Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places. With some unique exhibits showcasing contemporary artwork and artifacts, Hawaii State Art Museum allows the visitors to explore various Hawaiian art forms with free admission to the museum. There are three permanent galleries housed in the museum for Hawaiian Art and 132 artistic sculptures created by 105 renowned artists."

"0 km from city center 47 out of 58 places to visit in Honolulu. Hawaii State Art Museum is a popular museum housed in the Capitol District building of Honolulu and holds the status of Hawaii Capital Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places. With some unique exhibits showcasing contemporary artwork and artifacts, Hawaii State Art Museum allows the visitors to explore various Hawaiian art forms with free admission to the museum."

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"AWARD WINNERS: Panko Crusted Fresh Ahi Sushi - Island fresh ahi tuna wrapped in arugula & spinach, panko crusted & flash fried, served with soy wasabi butter. The adventurous chef at Sansei will introduce your palate to vibrant unconventional flavors that he incorporates to his seafood dishes. The sushi here is a harmonious combination of Hawaii meets Japan."