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01 — Ridge · The Honolulu travel guide
Honolulu, mauka to makai.
An independent guide to the city between the Koʻolau ridge and the reef. Hikes, beaches, plate lunches and places to stay, organized the way locals give directions.
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02 — Valley · Find your way
Which way are you headed?
In Honolulu, directions point to landmarks, not compass points: mauka toward the mountains, makai toward the sea, ʻEwa to the west and Diamond Head to the east. The guide is organized the same way.
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03 — Town · Neighborhoods
Neighborhoods, ʻEwa to Diamond Head
- ChinatownLei stands, dim sum and First Friday art walks
- DowntownʻIolani Palace and the civic center
- KakaʻakoMurals, breweries and new towers
- Ala MoanaThe mall and a calm lagoon beach
- WaikīkīHotels, surf lessons and the strip
- KapahuluMalasadas and plate lunch
- KaimukīHonolulu's best dining street
- KāhalaQuiet luxury and long beach walks
Where to Stay · Guide
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Getting Around
Getting Around Oahu: Skyline, TheBus, HOLO Card, Car Hire and Airport Transfers
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04 — Shore · Beaches
The best beaches in Honolulu
Waikīkī Beach
Gentle rollers for first surf lessons.
Ala Moana Beach Park
Reef-protected and calm, good for kids.
Kaimana Beach
The quieter end of Waikīkī, by the park.
Hanauma Bay
Snorkeling in a protected crater bay.
05 — Reef · Plan your trip
Before you go
Getting around
TheBus, Skyline and Biki
Most of town works without a car. Rent one for the North Shore.