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Downtown Honolulu Self-Guided Walking Tour
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About
Step back in time and explore the charm of Historic Downtown Honolulu with our engaging audio tour! Discover the fascinating history, vibrant culture, and architectural wonders of this iconic neighborhood.
Wander through bustling streets lined with historic buildings, lush green parks, and bustling markets as our expert guides share captivating stories and intriguing facts.
From the royal palaces of the Hawaiian monarchy to the bustling Chinatown district, our tour covers it all. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Honolulu's past as you stroll through its historic streets.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, culture lover, or simply curious traveler, this tour is sure to del...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Take the tour when you want
Tours NEVER expire
Freedom to explore at your own pace
Tour Start is Customizable
Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Private transportation
Meals and refreshment
Entrance Fee - Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace Self-Led Audio Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
King Kamehameha Statue
The tour starts at the King Kamehameha Statue in Honolulu.
Return
Iolani Palace
The tour ends in Iolani Palace in Honolulu.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Get Started Easily: • Book Your Tour: Receive a confirmation and easy instructions via email. • Download the App: Follow the simple steps in your email. • Redeem the Tour: Use the redeem code in your email to redeem the tour in the app. • Prepare Ahead: Download the tour using strong Wi-Fi.
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Begin Your Journey: • Select Your Tour: Go to the My Stuff tab in the Shaka Guide app to launch the tour. • Start the Tour: Select the tour starting point and follow the GPS instructions. • Follow Shaka Guide: Stick to the suggested route and speed for the best experience.
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Why Choose Our Audio Tour: • Cost-Efficient: One tour for the entire vehicle—no per-person fees! • Ultimate Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume on your schedule. • Convenience: Use the tour any day, over multiple days if needed.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Step back in time and explore the charm of Historic Downtown Honolulu with our engaging audio tour! Discover the fascinating history, vibrant culture, and architectural wonders of this iconic neighborhood.
Wander through bustling streets lined with historic buildings, lush green parks, and bustling markets as our expert guides share captivating stories and intriguing facts.
From the royal palaces of the Hawaiian monarchy to the bustling Chinatown district, our tour covers it all. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Honolulu's past as you stroll through its historic streets.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, culture lover, or simply curious traveler, this tour is sure to del...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Take the tour when you want
Tours NEVER expire
Freedom to explore at your own pace
Tour Start is Customizable
Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
Tour highlights with activity and restaurant recommendations
Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive
Private transportation
Meals and refreshment
Entrance Fee - Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace Self-Led Audio Tour
Meeting Points
Departure
King Kamehameha Statue
The tour starts at the King Kamehameha Statue in Honolulu.
Return
Iolani Palace
The tour ends in Iolani Palace in Honolulu.
Itinerary
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King Kamehameha Statue
The Kamehameha I statue is the starting point of the tour and has an unusual story associated with it. The statue is beautifully framed with the Ali’iolani Hale in the background.
Pro tip: If you come near Kamehameha Day (June 11), the statue will be draped in long leis in celebration!
20 minutes
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Ali'iolani Hale
The Ali’iolani Hale is a gorgeous and historical building - the name meaning “house of heavenly kings.” Here, you’ll hear some fascinating backstory about the building, and why it’s so important!
20 minutes
3
Kawaiahao Church
The Kawaiahao Church is an extremely historic church - the first Christian chapel on the Hawaiian Islands. The audio goes deep into the building itself and the history surrounding it.
20 minutes
4
Tomb of King Lunalilo
Located on the grounds of the Kawaiahao Church, this tomb contains the People’s King of Hawaii - King Lunalilo. An extremely well-loved monarch who did a lot for his people. Learn all about him and his legacy on the tour. This is a sacred spot - please be respectful.
20 minutes
5
Honolulu Hale (City Hall)
This building is the City Hall of Honolulu - and is beautiful both inside and out. In the lobby, you can view the historic architecture, and also art exhibits from local artists on display!
20 minutes
6
Hawaii State Library
An imposing building with dramatic Greek-style pillars out front, the State Library is a sight to behold. The tour details the long history of reading and writing in Hawaii, and how the library was established.
20 minutes
7
Iolani Palace
Iolani Palace is the last stop on the tour - and it’s quite the epic place to end! This Palace is easily the most significant building on the tour. This is because it was an actual palace that generations of Hawaiian royalty lived in. Heaps of landmark events in Hawaiian history - both good and bad - took place here at the palace.
