What Is The Best Day To Visit Pearl Harbor?
Honestly, a lot is going on each day at Pearl Harbor. Right now, the best day would be Thursday. Itʻs a day that sees fewer visitors overall, yet all of the ships, museums, and exhibits are open.
Visiting Pearl Harbor
We want to make sure your time in Hawaii is fantastic, every single day. A day visiting Pearl Harbor is one of the most popular things to do, so it’s important to make sure you have a great day while getting the most out of it.
You should see four main historic sites at Pearl Harbor; Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, Bowfin Submarine Museum, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. Each site has different times, pricing, and availabilities.
The park is closed on December 25th and January 1st every year. It is also closed to tours on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7th. (The anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.)
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial is open every day. The park service provides access to and maintains the Arizona Memorial and the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Museums. The hours are from 7 am to 5 pm daily. In most cases, your group should pre-reserve the USS Arizona tickets at $1.00 each or risk getting whatever tickets and times are available when you arrive.
Due to COVID restrictions, there are fewer daily tickets, and the theater showing a documentary with historical footage is closed. You can watch this 23-minute film on the lanai. Your guide will show you.
Arizona Memorial
Arizona is the final resting place of over 1100 people who died during the attack on Pearl Harbor that sunk the ship. Solemn visits can be made daily from 7:15 am and 4:30 pm.
Battleship Missouri
This mighty battleship is stationed not far from the Arizona Memorial and is open from 8 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Saturday. You will need to catch the shuttle.
Bowfin Submarine
The USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park are adjacent to Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. It is open from 8 am to 4 pm, every day.
Aviation Museum
The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum (aka. Pacific Aviation Museum) is open from 9 am to 4 pm Wednesday to Sunday. Itʻs located on Ford Island, so you must catch the public shuttle service.
Things To Know About Your Visit
There are a number of things you should also know so that your Pearl Harbor visit is successful.
Guided Pearl Harbor Tours
Let us take care of your entire experience at Pearl Harbor, from hotel pickup to return. We provide great stops, a tour around Honolulu, and lots of extras too.
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USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri Tour
You'll glide through history on this sobering, yet inspirational tour of Hawaii's most famous landmarks. (And with access through Pearl Harbor Tours, you'll skip the lines and wait times usually associated with Hawaii's #1 tourist destination.)
- Most popular Pearl Harbor tour
- Includes all admission charges
- Pick up from Waikiki Hotels
- Guided Tour. Duration: 7 Hours
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The Complete Experience
Attention history lovers: the Complete Experience dedicates an entire day to exploring Pearl Harbor and includes admission and transportation to all sites, even those on the active naval base.
- All 4 Attractions at Pearl Harbor
- USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri
- USS Bowfin & Aviation Museum
- Guided Tour. Duration: 10 Hours
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Pearl Harbor Oahu Circle Island Tour
The ultimate Oahu experience, the circle tour allows you to see the best of Oahu in a small group setting. Look out for plantations, film sites, and more!
- Movie & USS Arizona Memorial
- Exhibits, Museum and Documentary Film
- 120 Mile Tour of Oahu Highlights
- Guided Tour. Duration: 10 Hours
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Polynesian Cultural Center and Pearl Harbor Tour
This is an ideal way to experience "Old Hawaii" and learn the history of the entire island chain. You’ll see Pearl Harbor, Windward Oahu, and the Polynesian Cultural Center.
- See Oahu's Most Popular Attractions
- Lunch Included at Hukilau Marketplace
- Small Groups, 12 guests or fewer
- Guided Tour. Duration 10 Hrs
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Battleship Missouri With Pearl Harbor & Circle Island Helicopter Tour
See the most popular sites at Pearl Harbor and then take a tour of historic Honolulu by air. Your flight will take you above some of the most amazing sites in Hawaii like Punchbowl Crater, Diamond Head, Waikiki & Arizona Memorial itself.
- Board The Battleship Missouri
- Boat Tour To USS Arizona Memorial
- 45 Minute Helicopter Ride Over Oahu
- Guided Tour. Duration: 7 Hours
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Remember The Battleships Tour
Everyone must visit Pearl Harbor on their trip to Oahu. This is the most popular destination due to the sites, museums, memorials and more. Large group tour with pickup in Waikiki & Ko Olina.
- Visit Arizona & Missouri Memorials
- Includes Tour Of Downtown Honolulu
- Pickup In Waikiki Or Ko Olina
- Large Groups. Duration: 7 Hours
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Oahu Private Tours by Jeep, Van, Cadillac or Mercedes Sprinters
Get the VIP-treatment with a private tour, including a private guide, custom itinerary, fast track tickets, and more.
- Pearl Harbor Tickets and Highlights
- Jeeps, Vans, Escalades & Sprinters
- HNL Pick up. Airline tickets not Included
- Guided Tour. Duration: 8 Hours
Pearl Harbor Tickets & Self Guided Options
You can purchase your combination tickets for your Pearl Harbour visit that includes all museums ahead of time by choosing the Passport To Pearl Harbor option.
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USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Helicopter Tour
Start your day with a flight to Oahu. Drive your rental to the heliport for a sky tour before heading to Pearl Harbor to visit the memorials and exhibits. Spend the rest of the day exploring the island of Oahu on your own.
- One-Day Trip With Flights
- Helicopter Tour Over Oahu
- Arizona Memorial Tickets Included
- Rental Included. Self-Guided.
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Fly-Drive Package & USS Arizona Memorial Tickets
An on-island concierge can help you organize your day on the island of Oahu. We will provide an island orientation when we meet you at Pearl Harbor with your tickets.
- Inter-island Roundtrip Tickets
- See All Of Oahu On Your Own
- Arizona Memorial Tickets Included
- Rental Car Incl. Self Guided
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Passport To Pearl Harbor
This all-day adventure allows you to visit Oahu's most popular paid museums on an all-inclusive ticket. Boat ride to Arizona purchased separately. These tickets are non-refundable.
- 4 Attractions at Pearl Harbor
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center & USS Missouri
- USS Bowfin & Pacific Aviation Museum
- Self Guided Tour - No Transportation
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Pearl Harbor WarBirds
Take your vacation to a whole new level with an incredible flight in a vintage plane over Honolulu and Pearl Harbor. Follow the attack route of the Japanese planes during that day that will live in infamy.- Single Passenger Experience
- Soar Way Above Pearl Harbor
- Special Briefing & Debriefing
- 30 or 60 Minute Flights
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PearlHarborTours.com Gift Card
Give the gift of an incredible, historic day of adventure at Pearl Harbor. Our digital cards are available in various styles and can include a personal message from you. Customize the amount you would like to put on the card. It never expires and can be used on multiple orders.- Great Variety Of Historic Sites
- Pearl Harbor Expert Guided Tours
- Great Prices On Tickets
- Small Groups & Safe Travels Approved
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Pearl Harbor 1940s Liberty Luau
Take in a classic Hawaiian celebration, a luau on Ford Island at Pearl Harbor. Enjoy this very unique 40s, 50s and 60s themed USO show with fine dining in a historic building on an active military base. This is not to be missed.
- 3-Course Dinner Luau At Pearl Harbor
- USO Show Theme At Aviation Museum
- Pickup & Return To Waikiki
- 2 Drinks Included. Duration: 5 Hours
Inter-island Tour Options
If you stay on the islands of Maui, Big Island, or Kauai, you can take a day trip to Oahu to experience Pearl Harbor. We can provide transportation with flights, pickup at the airport, and return in time for your flight back that same day. Itʻs a 35-40 minute flight to Oahu from any of the outer islands.
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Arizona Memorial and Missouri Battleship Tour From Maui, Kauai or Big Island
Fly to Pearl Harbor for the day from Maui, Kauai or Big Island Of Hawaii. Experience the top sites at Pearl Harbor, Arizona & Missouri Memorials. See where World War 2 for the USA began & ended.
- Most popular Pearl Harbor tour
- Includes all admission charges
- Include round trip airline tickets
- Honolulu Airport curbside pick up
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Complete Pearl Harbor Tour from Kauai, Maui Or The Big Island
Enjoy a full day at Pearl Harbor! Explore every location and attraction inside Pearl Harbor’s Valor in the Pacific National Monument.
- Roundtrip Inter-island Flights Included
- USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri
- USS Bowfin & Aviation Museum
- Guide Tour. Duration: 10 Hours
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Oahu Circle Island Tour From Maui, Kauai or Big Island
Explore Oahu island on a day trip from Maui, Kauai or Big Island of Hawaii. The ultimate Oahu experience, the circle tour allows you to see the best of Oahu in a small group setting. Look out for plantations, film sites, and more!
- USS Arizona Memorial, Visitors Center
- Exhibits, Museum and Documentary Film
- 120 Mile Tour of Oahu Highlights
- Famous North Shore Beaches
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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour From Maui, Kauai or Big Island
See the top attractions on Oahu from Kauai, Big Island or Maui on a day trip. This is an ideal way to experience "Old Hawaii" and learn the history of the entire island chain. You’ll see Pearl Harbor, Windward Oahu and the Polynesian Cultural Center.
- See Oahu's Most Popular Attractions
- Cultural Center & Pearl Harbor
- Includes Flights & Lunch
- Guided Tour. Duration: 10 Hours
More Information About Pearl Harbor
At Pearl Harbor Tours, we want you to have the most important and relevant information to prepare you for your trip to Oahu and Pearl Harbor. Visit our FAQ regarding your most basic or pressing questions, directions to determine your best route, or Things To Know About Your Tour to learn more.
FAQ
Your questions are important to us, so we compiled some of the most frequent ones we receive to help you quickly and easily find out what you need to know on your next tour…
Directions
The USS Arizona Memorial overlooks Pearl Harbor and is located on the shoreline right off of Kamehameha Highway (HI-99). The best way to reach the memorial is by car or bus so click ‘Read More’ to find out the best route for you…
Things To Know About Your Tour
Find out more ahead of your trip to Pearl Harbor and Oahu. Discover interesting facts and more details you might not have known…
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