On this website you’ll find Hawaii travel tips for Oahu with lots of budget-friendly options.
The focus here is on Hawaii outdoor travel and Hawaii culture travel. So if you’re an outdoor enthusiast with an interest in learning about Hawaiian culture, you’ll probably find some things you want to do in Oahu on this list!
This is a list of all things to do in Oahu that can be found on this website. It’s kind of like a site index. For a list of the top things to do, see OAHU TRAVEL GUIDE! If you’re visiting Oahu for the first time, that’s a good place to start!
A note about the locations on this Oahu list
The locations are listed as a general reference only. They are meant to serve as a guide to give you a general idea of where a point of interest is located. For example, on this list, Diamond Head is listed as Waikiki, but it isn’t actually located in Waikiki. But as a first-time visitor to Oahu who knows nothing about where anything is located ;), it’s meant to give reference to a more recognized general area to help choose a place to visit based on location.
ALOHA!
OAHU HAWAII MAP INDEX
The Hawaii map below is an index of planning tips in map form that you can find on this website.
You’ll find the following categories on the map:
- Oahu hikes
- Oahu beaches
- Oahu culture
So click on an icon to find out what’s there, and you’ll also find a link to take you to more planning details! Give it a try!
If the map isn’t showing up below, or you want to explore it in Google maps, see OAHU MAP. If you’re on mobile, be sure to explore it from a desktop or laptop too!
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Side note!
See about the best shoes for hiking in Hawaii and what to wear snorkeling in Hawaii! And for Hawaii vacation ideas, see the best things to do in Waikiki that will give you Hawaii vibes!
OAHU HAWAII HIKES
Waterfall hikes on Oahu
Crater hikes on Oahu
- Diamond Head Crater Trail, Waikiki
- Koko Head Hike, East Oahu
- Lanikai Pillbox Hike, East Oahu
- Puu Maelieli Trail, East Oahu
- Makapuu Lighthouse Trail, East Oahu
- Aiea Loop Trail, Central Oahu | Keaiwa Heiau State Park
- Waimea Falls Trail, North Shore
- Manoa Falls Trail, Central Oahu
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OAHU HAWAII BEACHES
OAHU HAWAII BEACHES: MAP + LIST
What to wear snorkeling in Hawaii
Where to go snorkeling in Waikiki
Snorkeling bays in Oahu
Renting snorkeling gear in Oahu
Do you need to know how to swim to snorkel?
Where to see turtles in Oahu
How to protect sea turtles
Where to go for free hula show on Waikiki Beach
- Queen’s Beach, Waikiki
- Lanikai Beach, East Oahu
- Shark’s Cove, North Shore
- Laniakea Beach | Turtle Beach, North Shore
- Hanauma Bay, East Oahu
- Kuhio Beach, Waikiki
- Kailua Beach, East Oahu
- Waimea Bay, North Shore
- North Shore Beaches: Waimea Bay | Turtle Beach | Shark’s Cove
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OAHU HAWAII CULTURE
- Waikiki Hula Show, Waikiki
- Keaiwa Heiau, Central Oahu
- Puu O Mahuka Heiau, North Shore
- Kukaniloko Birthstones, Central Oahu
- Duke Kahanamoku Statue, Waikiki
- Kauhale Ancient Living Site, North Shore
- Dole Plantation, Central Oahu
- Byodo-In Temple, East Oahu
A heiau is an ancient Hawaiian temple
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OAHU CIRCLE ISLAND DRIVING TOUR
OAHU CIRCLE ISLAND DRIVING TOUR: MAP + LIST
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OAHU HAWAII PACKING LIST
Hawaii Packing List: What to pack for Hawaii
Not your ordinary packing list!
What to wear snorkeling in Hawaii
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HAPPY HAWAII VACATION PLANNING!
What is GOA? Goa is a beach state in India, much like Hawaii is to the United States. And just as Hawaii is seen as a vacation destination, Goa is a popular vacation destination too! There is talk between the Hawaii state government and the Goa state government to become sister states. This means that the two states will work together to promote common goals for purposes of economic and cultural exchanges. You can read more about these efforts from Hawaii’s U.S. Representative Tulsi Gabbard’s office HERE and HERE. You can read more about what it means to be sister states HERE. ALOHA!
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🐠 Here are things you must consider packing!
- Swimsuit or swimming shirt aka rash guard
- rash guard: swim set for women and swim shirt for men
- Water shoes
- Waterproof phone case (so you can capture pictures of fishies underwater!)
- cheapo phone case OR waterproof camera
- I also have this "camera" wrist float to attach to my cheapo waterproof phone case so my phone won't sink to the bottom of the ocean in case I somehow let go of it. (Mine does stay afloat - test this for yourself before completely trusting it!)
- Swimming goggles or snorkeling mask set
- Reef-safe(r) sunscreen
- lightweight travel towel:
- walking sandals:
I also don't go snorkeling without a personal swim float buoy. Not only does it help to keep me visible, but it makes for a perfect way to rest out in deeper water! Oh, and it also serves as a dry bag so I can take stuff into the water with me.
Another way I have taken valuables into the water with me is to wear a travel money belt that I don't mind getting wet with salt water (it's not waterproof but I have several so I just use one of them) and then I put things in a ziplock freezer bag, and put that freezer bag in the money belt.
There are also designated waterproof waist pouches that you can store your valuables and take into the water with you.
see more:
- What to wear hiking
- What to wear snorkeling
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