O'ahu Self-Guided Audio Tour Experience

Welcome to the beautiful Hawaiian island of O’ahu! Featuring the vibrant city of Honolulu, lush jungles that have appeared in blockbusters like Jurassic Park, and the most stunning beaches in the world, O’ahu has a little bit of everything. Cruise around this tropical paradise, hike its best trails, and learn about its incredible conflict-strewn history… all from the comfort of your vehicle or rental!
Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

Meeting Point

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA

After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

What's included:

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

Not included:

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

What to expect:

Duration: between 3 hours and 4 hours

Arizona Memorial

1 Arizona Memorial Pl, Honolulu, HI 96818, USA

Get ready for a totally comprehensive tour of Hawaii's most populous island: O'ahu. Home to the city of Honolulu, this island is chock full of culture, natural beauty, and fascinating history--all of which you'll experience during your drive!
NOTE: This 90-mile-long tour covers the essentials of Oahu Grand Circle in 3 - 5 hours.

5 minutes

Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, USA

The tour begins in Pearl Harbor, where a surprise attack on December 7th, 1941 changed the course of history.

5 minutes

Honolulu

Honolulu, Hawaii

As you drive through Honolulu, you'll learn about the city's unexpectedly humble origins, and how it became the hub it is today.

5 minutes

Bishop Museum

1525 Bernice Street, , Honolulu, 96817-2704, Hawaii

One of the first landmarks you'll pass is the Bishop Museum. This isn't just the largest museum in Hawaii, but also has a surprisingly sweet love story behind it!

5 minutes

Aloha Tower

Aloha Tower, 155 Ala Moana Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA

Get a good look at the Aloha Tower next. This iconic waterside tower once greeted all travelers arriving in Honolulu, because everyone arrived by boat.

5 minutes

King Kamehameha Statue

417 S King St, , Honolulu, 96813-2943, Hawaii

Next, you'll pass the impressive Iolani Palace, once home to Hawaiian royalty, as well as a statue of King Kamahamaha, a hero you'll hear plenty about along the way.

5 minutes

Ala Moana Beach Park

1201 Ala Moana Blvd, , Honolulu, 96814-4205, Hawaii

The first beach you'll see is Ala Moana Beach, a pristine stretch of sand which, believe it or not, used to be a garbage dump! But don't worry, it's perfectly clean now, and great for swimming.

5 minutes

King David Kalakaua Statue

2050 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, 96815-2048, Hawaii

Next, you'll pass a statue of King David Kalakaua, Hawaii's last king.

5 minutes

Waikiki Beach

Honolulu, 96815, Hawaii

The next beach you'll reach is Waikiki Beach, made famous by the legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku. Duke is responsible for bringing surfing to the world at large and bringing major recognition to this beach.

5 minutes

Kapiolani Park

3840 Paki Ave, Honolulu, 96815-4523, Hawaii

Your route takes you next past Kapi'olani Park, another beautiful space which was once little more than a soggy bit of marshland.

5 minutes

Diamond Head State Monument

Diamond Head Road - 18th Ave., Honolulu, 96815, Hawaii

After that, you'll come to Diamond Head State Monument, an immense crater left by a volcanic explosion. It's now become Hawaii's most popular park!

5 minutes

Diamond Head Beach Park

3300 Diamond Head Rd, Honolulu, 96815, Hawaii

You'll also see Diamond Head Beach, which sparkles unlike any other beach around. Back in the 1800s, explorers actually thought the calcite crystals in the sand here were diamonds!

5 minutes

China Walls

Hanapepe Loop, Honolulu, 96825, Hawaii

As you continue, you'll reach the China Walls, an impressive formation of natural walls which some say rival the Great Wall of China!

5 minutes

Hanauma Bay Road

Hanauma Bay Rd, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Get some unbeatable views up next at Hanauma Bay Lookout, and don't forget to snap a few pictures while you're there!

5 minutes

Lanai lookout

8102 Kalaniana'ole Hwy, , 96825, Hawaii

Lanai Lookout is next, and it's especially good if you're trying to get away from the crowd.

5 minutes

Halona Blowhole Lookout

8483 HI-72, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

The next lookout, Halona Blowhole Lookout, offers views of a peculiar rock formation which shoots water into the air when waves crash against it.

5 minutes

Pele's Chair

Kalanianaole Highway, , Hawaii

If you trek along the shore a bit, you'll come to Pele's Chair, a natural formation which some believe to be the chair of Pele, a volcanic goddess.

5 minutes

Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline

8751-9057 Kalanianaʻole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825, USA

Up next is Kaiwi State Scenic Shoreline, which is exactly what it sounds like. If you're a fan of ocean views, this makes for a wonderful stroll.

5 minutes

Rabbit Island

Rabbit Island, Hawaii 96795, USA

As you drive, you'll catch sight of Rabbit Island. Once home to a rabbit farm, this island is now mostly untouched by humans.

5 minutes

Waimanalo Beach

Waimanalo, 96795-1299, Hawaii

Travelers seeking a pristine beach that doesn't see the same crowds as others will love Waimanalo Beach, a stretch of white sand sheltered by a wall of ironwood trees.

5 minutes

Kailua

Kailua, Hawaii

Up next is the unassuming town of Kailua. Unassuming, that is, except for the fact that former president Barack Obama spent his winters here!

5 minutes

Kailua Beach Park

526 Kawailoa Road, , Kailua, 96734, Hawaii

Your route takes you next to Kailua Beach, a favorite spot among kayakers and swimmers alike.

5 minutes

Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site

Kailua-Kona, 96734, Hawaii

Next, you'll pass the Ulupo Heiau State Historic Site. This increidble archaeological site is home to an ancient Hawaiian temple called a Heiau, which is almost 500 years old!

5 minutes

Nuʻuanu Pali Lookout

Nuuanu Pali Dr, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

After that, you'll arrive at Nu'uanu Pali Lookout, a splendid vista which is also right near a trail leading to some sparkling waterfalls.

5 minutes

Lulumahu Falls

4459 HI-61, Honolulu, HI 96817, USA

Looking for more waterfalls? You'll find one at the end of a trail up ahead, which leads to the gorgeous, secluded Lulumahu Falls.

5 minutes

Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden

45-680 Luluku Rd, Kaneohe, HI 96744, USA

Up next is the Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden, home to a staggering 400 acres of tropical flora from all over the world. There's even a campground within the garden!

5 minutes

Continuing on, you'll reach the town of He'eia and hear the wild legend behind its name.

5 minutes

Byodo-In Temple

47-200 Kahekili Hwy, , Kaneohe, 96744-4562, Hawaii

You won't want to miss the next stop, an elaborate Buddhist temple called the Byodo-In Temple. It was built as an exact to-scale replica of the temples one would find in Japan!

5 minutes

Kualoa Ranch

49-560 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, 96744-5152, Hawaii

As you drive, you'll pass Kualoa Ranch, a sprawling jungle ranch which has been the filming location for countless Hollywood hits, including Jurassic Park, Hawaii Five-O, and Lost!

5 minutes

Kualoa Rock Beach

Kamehameha Hwy, Kaaawa, HI 96730, USA

Kualoa Rock Beach, up next, offers some great lounging opportunities, though swimmers will find the rocky shore a bit uncomfortable to wade along.

5 minutes

Kahana Bay Beach Park

52-222 Kamehameha Hwy, 96717, Hawaii

The next beach, Kahana Bay Beach, isn't just a great stretch of sand, but is also packed with history! Archaeologists have found all sorts of pre-contact relics buried in the sand here.

5 minutes

Ahupua'a O Kahana State Park

55-222 Kamehameha Highway, Kaaawa, 96730, Hawaii

Ahupua'a 'O Kahana State Park is next, offering plenty of lush greenery and stunning hikes for those looking to stretch their legs.

5 minutes

Hukilau Marketplace

55-370 Kamehameha Hwy, Polynesian Cultural Center, Laie, 96762-2113, Hawaii

Those looking to stop for a snack or a souvenir will want to stop at the next landmark: Hukilau Marketplace. This iconic market styles itself just like a classic 1950s Hawaiian market would.

5 minutes

Malaekahana State Recreation Area

56-020 Kamehameha Hwy, , Laie, 96762-1276, Hawaii

Beach campers will absolutely want to stop at the next spot, Malaekahana State Recreation Area. This shoreline camping area makes for some seriously memorable mornings!

5 minutes

Gunstock Ranch

56-250 Kamehameha Hwy, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA

After that, you'll pass Gunstock Ranch, where you can take a ride on horseback if you want to change up your travels a bit!

10 minutes

James Campbell National Wildlife Refuge

66-590 Kamehameha Hwy, , Haleiwa, 96712-2402, Hawaii

Next is the James Campbell Wildlife Refuge, where you'll learn the legend of how some of O'ahu's most recognizable birds got their iconic plumage.

5 minutes

Turtle Beach

Turtle Beach, Kahuku, HI 96731, USA

After that is Turtle Beach, which is exactly what you'd expect. If you're here at the right time, you're bound to see some sea turtles!

10 minutes

Continue driving to Kawela Bay Beach, home to some of the calmest waters on the island thanks to an offshore reef.

5 minutes

Sunset Beach Park

59-104 Kamehameha Hwy, , Haleiwa, 96712-9728, Hawaii

If the day is winding down, one of the best spots to be is your next stop: Sunset Beach. This is, hands down, one of the best spots on the island to catch a proper Hawaiian sunset.

5 minutes

Banzai Pipeline

59-355 Ke Nui Road, Pupukea, 96712, Hawaii

As you drive, you'll pass the infamous Banzai Pipeline. This death-defying surf break has challenged some of the most famous surfers around for years, and not all of them survive it.

5 minutes

Shark's Cove

Pupukea, 96712-9404, Hawaii

After that is Shark's Cove. Don't worry though, it gets its name not because sharks infest the waters, but instead because it looks a little bit like a shark when viewed from above.

5 minutes

Waimea Bay Beach Park

61-31 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA

One of the last beaches on your tour is Waimea Bay. This isn't just any beach, but has been featured in high-octane Hollywood adventures like Point Break!

5 minutes

Haleʻiwa Beach Park

62-449 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA

The final beach you'll see is Hale'iwa Beach, which has some BBQs and picnic tables for folks looking to wind down with a picturesque picnic.

5 minutes

Dole Plantation

64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Dole Plantation, Wahiawa, 96786-2915, Hawaii

Your final stop is at the historic Dole Plantation, a window back in time which also features a train ride and the world's largest maze for some fun family activities. The tour concludes here.

5 minutes