Waikiki from the inside: where to stay, what to eat, how to get around and the festivals that close Kalakaua Avenue. Each guide is written to be useful on the ground, not to sell you anything.
Waikiki Guide
Beaches, streets, food, festivals and getting around
Things to Do in Waikiki: A Block-by-Block Guide
October 24, 2026
Waikiki packs a beach, a park, a volcano crater and a nightlife strip into about two square miles. Here is how to spend your days without wasting a minute in traffic.
Waikiki Restaurants and Nightlife: Where Locals Eat
October 9, 2026
From plate lunch to rooftop cocktails, eating well in Waikiki means knowing which dishes to look for and when the neighbourhood comes alive after dark.
Where to Stay in Waikiki: A Neighbourhood Guide
October 4, 2026
Waikiki has dozens of hotels in a small area, but the experience changes a lot from one block to the next. Here is how to choose the right end of the neighbourhood for your trip.
Waikiki Attractions: Aquarium, Zoo and Kapiolani Park
September 19, 2026
At the quiet Diamond Head end of Waikiki, a historic aquarium, the city zoo and a royal-era park make an easy day out for all ages.
The International Market Place, Old and New
September 9, 2026
For decades the International Market Place was Waikiki's open-air bazaar under a giant banyan. Today it is a modern shopping centre that kept the tree at its heart.
Waikiki Events Calendar: Festivals Through the Year
August 25, 2026
Parades down Kalakaua Avenue, a marathon at dawn, surf contests and New Year fireworks: here is the shape of Waikiki's event year.
Getting Around Waikiki and Honolulu Without a Car
August 10, 2026
You can see a lot of Oahu without renting a car. Here is how TheBus, trolleys, bike share and your own feet fit together, from the airport onward.
A Short History of Waikiki Tourism
August 5, 2026
Before the high-rises, Waikiki was wetland, taro fields and a playground of Hawaiian royalty. Here is how it became one of the world's most famous beaches.
Waikiki on a Budget: How to Save Without Missing Out
July 26, 2026
Waikiki has a reputation for being expensive, but some of its best experiences are free. Here is where the money really goes and how to keep more of it.