Waikiki Military and Entertainment History GPS-Led Walking Tour

Waikiki

This GPs-led self-guided Walking Tour by Audio Tour Hawaii focuses on Military, Television, and Entertainment history in Waikiki. The route will begin with a walk in the park, taking you through the Kalia Side of Waikiki, Ala Moana Beach Park and Shopping Mall, Hawaii Convention Center, and much more. You will also visit the Hilton Hawaiian Village, as well as walk around the lagoon, then the Ilikai Hotel made famous in Hawaii Five-0. The route is about 2 hours long, but it features several shortcuts and opportunities to customize your experience. It is built on 100% accessible to all ages and abilities, but you can add as much adventure as you want.

Waikiki Historic Trail

30 min

This GPS-guided walking tour incorporates stops from the Waikiki Historic Trail and expands on many stories along the way. There are also free online scavenger hunts and quizzes..

Diamond Head Crater

5 min

Start with a great photo opportunity of Diamond Head, Waikiki, Honolulu, and the Waianae Mountain Range. Beautiful any time of day, itʻs especially good at sunrise and sunset.

US Army Museum of Hawaii

30 min

Guests can visit the US Army Museum of Hawaii before or during this walking route. The museum is free to the public but does have itʻs own operating hours.

Fort DeRussy Beach Park

20 min

Walk through the beautiful park at Fort DeRussy in the heart of Waikiki and learn more about the history of the US Army Garrison in Hawaii.

Hale Koa Luau

20 min

We walk by the Hale Koa at the beginning of the tour. Guests who wish to see the Military Hotel or do the luau can end the tour, visit the area, and then resume when finished.

Friday Night Fireworks at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

20 min

This tour takes you through the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki while sharing the history of the area. Including information about Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaii Five-O, Elvis Presley, and more. There are several food, drink, and shopping options in the resort. Don't forget about the fireworks on Friday nights!

Hilton Lagoon

15 min

Walk around the Lagoon at the Hilton Hawaiian Village and get great photos of Diamond Head and the world-famous Rainbow Tower. Feel free to cool off with a swim at this portion of the tour.

Ilikai Massage Spa

5 min

Visit the Ilikai Hotel and Marina from the famous Hawaii Five-0 Television Show. This resort has restaurants, a spa, a convenience store, and an ice cream parlor. It was where the Astronauts of Apollo 13 were reunited with their families and a view of the boat harbor from Gilligans Island.

Ala Wai Yacht Harbor

5 min

Guests will see the Ala Wai Yacht Harbor from the Trans-Pacific Yacht Race and the opening scene of Gilligans Island as we walk towards Ala Moana Beach Park and Shopping Mall.

Ala Moana Beach Park

5 min

The tour brings you to the entrance of Ala Moana Beach Park. Guests wishing to take a swim or explore the park can end the tour and then resume whenever they finish. It is also where the Ala Moana and Magic Island Bike Tour starts if guests want to join that.

Ala Moana Center

5 min

The tour takes you by the Ala Moana Shopping Mall outside of Waikiki. Guests who want to shop can end the tour, and then resume whenever they finish. With over 290 shops and restaurants, you are sure to find something you like.

Hawaii Convention Center

5 min

This GPS-guided walking tour takes you by the Hawaii Convention Center and includes information about itʻs history and the Water Giver statue. Conference-goers can add a tour to the walk from their hotel and back to enhance their trip.

Ala Wai Canal

5 min

Walk back to Waikiki over the Ala Wai Canal and learn more about itʻs creation and what was there before. There is a stop from the Waikiki Historic Trail before you travel over the bridge.

King David Kalakaua Statue

5 min

Visit the King David Kalakaua Statue welcoming visitors into Waikiki and featured on the Historic Trail. Learn more about the events that happened during his reign as ruler of the Hawaiian Kingdom.

Brothers in Valor Memorial

5 min

Visit the Brothers in Valor Memorial at Fort DeRussy Park in Waikiki and pay your respects to the "Go For Broke" or "Purple Heart" Battalions. It is a monument in honor of the Japanese Americans who served the United States in World War 2.