Oahu beyond the beach strip: the Diamond Head summit, the museums and memorials of Honolulu, the North Shore surf towns and the reef at Hanauma Bay.
Around Oahu
Diamond Head, Honolulu, the North Shore and Hanauma Bay
Hiking Diamond Head: What to Know Before You Go
October 19, 2026
The hike to the rim of Diamond Head is short, steep and unforgettable. Here is how reservations, timing, water and the old military tunnels fit together.
A North Shore Day Trip from Waikiki
September 24, 2026
The North Shore is about an hour from Waikiki but feels like another island: surf towns, shrimp trucks, sea turtles and, in winter, some of the biggest waves on the planet.
Snorkeling Hanauma Bay: Reservations and Reef Etiquette
September 4, 2026
Hanauma Bay is a protected reef inside an old volcanic crater, about half an hour from Waikiki. A reservation system keeps it healthy, so a little planning is essential.
Honolulu Beyond Waikiki: Palaces, Museums and Pearl Harbor
August 20, 2026
A short bus ride from the beach, downtown Honolulu holds the story of the Hawaiian Kingdom, a world-class museum and the memorials of Pearl Harbor.