Early Access Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona & Historic Honolulu Tour
Overview
Visit Pearl Harbor and have access to the USS Arizona Memorial.
We arrive early—before the big motorcoaches and crowds—so you can experience this powerful site in a more peaceful setting. Your guide personally walks you into Pearl Harbor National Park, giving a full orientation to help you navigate the site with confidence. You'll have ~3 hours for a self-guided visit, including the museums and boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial (Tickets First Come First Serve). This is the only tour that also includes a guided walk through Historic Downtown Honolulu, visiting ʻIolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, and more. Small group (max. 14) for a comfortable, respectful experience.
What's Included
- FREE Waikiki Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide & In-Person Introduction to Pearl Harbor National Park
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
FREE Pickup in Waikiki! Hotel not listed? Please contact Daniels Hawaii. We are happy to pick you up from your hotel, the airport or at the cruise ship terminal (surcharge may apply).The earliest pickup time is 6:30 AM. On high-demand days, additional pickups at approximately 8:30 AM or 10:30 AM may be added. Pickup times are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and will be confirmed by Daniels Hawaii prior to your tour. Thank you for your flexibility. Minimum of 4 Guests per Tour required. If under minimum and you can not reschedule you receive a refund.
What To Expect
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Pearl Harbor National Memorial
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
USS Arizona Memorial
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Iolani Palace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ali'iolani Hale
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Aloha Tower Marketplace
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
King Kamehameha Statue
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Queen Liliuokalani Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Eternal Flame Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hawaii State Capitol
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Honolulu Harbor (pass by)
Downtown Honolulu (pass by)
Kaka'ako (pass by)
Ala Moana Center (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately
- Minimum of 4 Guests per Tour
- Pearl Harbor Parks Department does not allow tour guides to tour the Visitor Center or USS Arizona Memorial with guests; therefore, this ~3-hour portion of your tour is self-guided.
- The tour route might change e.g. due to traffic
- Early Access Pearl Harbor tours begin at approximately 6:30 AM. Additional departures (around 8:15 AM and 10:15 AM) may be added when the early departure sells out. If early access is full, guests will be notified and placed on a later departure time.
- Access to the USS Arizona Memorial is controlled by the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy and may be limited or unavailable due to operational or capacity restrictions. Daniels Hawaii facilitates access to the USS Arizona Memorial either via boat tickets or the official standby process; however, ticket availability is controlled by the National Park Service and cannot be guaranteed. If boat access or standby entry is not granted, this is beyond our control and does not qualify for a refund. Guests may still enjoy the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits, memorial grounds, and the remainder of the tour as scheduled. Please note that the Pearl Harbor portion of the tour is self-guided, and tour routes or timing may vary due to traffic or operational conditions.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (HST).
- This tour 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.
- FREE Waikiki Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Local guide & In-Person Introduction to Pearl Harbor National Park.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Early Access Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona & Historic Honolulu Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Early Access Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona & Historic Honolulu Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- FREE Waikiki Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide & In-Person Introduction to Pearl Harbor National Park
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately
- Minimum of 4 Guests per Tour
- Pearl Harbor Parks Department does not allow tour guides to tour the Visitor Center or USS Arizona Memorial with guests; therefore, this ~3-hour portion of your tour is self-guided.
- The tour route might change e.g. due to traffic
- Early Access Pearl Harbor tours begin at approximately 6:30 AM. Additional departures (around 8:15 AM and 10:15 AM) may be added when the early departure sells out. If early access is full, guests will be notified and placed on a later departure time.
- Access to the USS Arizona Memorial is controlled by the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy and may be limited or unavailable due to operational or capacity restrictions. Daniels Hawaii facilitates access to the USS Arizona Memorial either via boat tickets or the official standby process; however, ticket availability is controlled by the National Park Service and cannot be guaranteed. If boat access or standby entry is not granted, this is beyond our control and does not qualify for a refund. Guests may still enjoy the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center exhibits, memorial grounds, and the remainder of the tour as scheduled. Please note that the Pearl Harbor portion of the tour is self-guided, and tour routes or timing may vary due to traffic or operational conditions.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
