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Waikiki Trolley
With three lines that cover the highlights of Waikiki, the hop-on-hop-off Waikiki Trolley is a scenic and convenient way to see Oahu’s southern shore. Each route has a different theme—either nature, culture, and dining and shopping—so you can choose to explore a single route or ride all three for a deep dive into the coastline’s delights.
The basics
The Blue Line (Ocean/Diamond Head) focuses on natural sights such as the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue, the Halona BlowHole, and Sea Life Park on its 2-hour loop. The Pink Line (Ala Moana Shopping) links the top shopping and dining hubs over an hour, including Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Shopping Plaza. The Heroes and Legends Red Line takes about an hour to pass by Honolulu Museum of Art, the State Capitol (‘Iolani Palace), Punchbowl Crater, Chinatown, and the Hawaii Theatre.
Things to know before you go
Choose from a 1-day pass for a single route or a 1-, 4-, or 7-day pass that covers all three routes.
Discounts for kids under 12 (and free boarding for those under three) make this an especially family-friendly sightseeing option.
Wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and a hat for exploring when you get off at the stops of your choice.
The trolleys and buses are open on the sides but have a roof to offer shade for passengers.
The vehicles are fitted with wheelchair lifts; start your tour at stop #1 (Waikiki Shopping Plaza) for boarding assistance.
How to get there
All buses and trolleys depart from Waikiki Shopping Plaza on Royal Hawaiian Avenue in downtown Waikiki. Note that the ticket office is located on the lobby level on the opposite side of Waikiki Shopping Plaza at 2250 Kalakaua Avenue. The island of Oahu is home to Hawaii’s largest airport and regular buses connect the airport to Waikiki.
When to get there
Waikiki is a year-round destination, though the temperatures are milder and the sights less crowded in the spring and fall. The area gets very little rain between June and September, so summer visitors can count on hot dry days for sightseeing and relaxing on the beach.
Who was Duke Paoa Kahanamoku?
Waikiki Trolley’s Blue Line makes a stop at the Duke Paoa Kahanamoku statue. Considered the father of surfing, this native Hawaiian spent much of his youth riding the waves on a traditional hardwood surfboard and became such a strong swimmer that he won gold and silver medals at three Olympic Games. Duke popularized surfing in Hawaii, California, and Australia and his prowess was so legendary that he was dubbed the first Big Kahuna (Hawaiian for expert).
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