BeachWaikīkī Beach
Learn to surf where the sport's modern pioneers rode.
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Honolulu at a glance
- Country
- United States
- Airports
- Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL)
- Search code
HNL- Money
- US dollar (USD)
Discover Honolulu
Waikīkī Beach, volcanic craters, surfing and the warm spirit of aloha. Honolulu is the gateway to Oʻahu and the Hawaiian islands.
What it's called
- Honolulu"sheltered bay" in Hawaiian
- The Gathering Placethe nickname for Oʻahu
- Aloha State capitalcapital of Hawaiʻi
Things to do in Honolulu
Beach
NatureDiamond Head
Hike a volcanic crater for views over Waikīkī.
HistoryPearl Harbor
The USS Arizona Memorial and the story of December 7, 1941.
HistoryʻIolani Palace
The only royal palace on US soil.
Day tripNorth Shore
Giant winter waves, sea turtles and shrimp trucks.
NatureHanauma Bay
Snorkel with tropical fish in a protected bay.
About the United States
The United States stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific, plus Alaska and Hawaii. In one country you get skyscraper cities, red-rock deserts, tropical beaches, snowy mountains and small towns with diners and county fairs.
- CapitalWashington, D.C.
- MoneyUS dollar (USD)
- LanguageEnglish (Spanish is widely spoken too)
Economy
It is the world's largest economy. Silicon Valley tech, Hollywood films, Wall Street finance, Texas oil and Midwest farms all play a part, and travel and tourism support millions of jobs.
Culture
People from every corner of the world made America, and you taste it in the food: barbecue, soul food, Tex-Mex, pizza and more. Jazz, blues, country, rock and roll and hip-hop were all born here, and game day is close to a holiday.
Places to visit
- Grand Canyonthe most famous view in the West
- Yellowstonegeysers, bison and the first national park
- New Orleansjazz, Creole food and the French Quarter
- San Franciscothe Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars
- Washington, D.C.monuments and free Smithsonian museums
- Las Vegasshows and neon in the desert
Why the United States is worth it for you
- A whole world in one tripCities, beaches, deserts and mountains without crossing a border.
- Free museumsThe Smithsonian museums in Washington, D.C. are free to enter.
- Flights everywhereSo many airports and airlines that fares stay competitive and connections are easy.
- Road-trip freedomGood highways, motels in every town and scenery that changes every few hours.
Travel more of the United States
Places worth adding to your trip, from Honolulu or on another visit.
NatureGrand Canyon, Arizona
A mile-deep canyon carved by the Colorado River; sunrise at the South Rim is unforgettable.
NatureYellowstone, Wyoming
The first national park in the world, with geysers like Old Faithful, bison and hot springs.
NatureYosemite, California
Granite cliffs, giant sequoias and waterfalls in the Sierra Nevada.
CultureNew Orleans, Louisiana
Jazz on Frenchmen Street, beignets and the French Quarter's iron balconies.
HistoryWashington, D.C.
The Capitol, the White House and the free Smithsonian museums.
NightlifeLas Vegas, Nevada
Neon, shows and casinos, and a gateway to Zion and the Grand Canyon.
LandmarkNew York City
Skyline, Broadway and the Statue of Liberty.
See the guide →Eat like a local
- PokeRaw tuna marinated with soy and sesame.
- Loco mocoRice, burger, egg and gravy.
- Shave iceFluffy ice with tropical syrups.
The story of Honolulu
Honolulu became the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaiʻi in 1845, and ʻIolani Palace was the royal home. The US annexed Hawaiʻi in 1898, and it became the 50th state in 1959.
The United States through history
- Long before 1500
Hundreds of Native American nations lived across the land.
- 1607
Jamestown, Virginia, becomes the first lasting English settlement.
- 1776
The Declaration of Independence is signed on July 4 in Philadelphia.
- 1865
The Civil War ends and slavery is abolished.
- 1964
The Civil Rights Act outlaws discrimination by race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
- 1969
Apollo 11 lands the first people on the Moon.
Good to know
- Best time to go
- April to May and September to October for good weather and fewer crowds.
- Getting around
- TheBus covers the island; rent a car for the North Shore.
- Language
- English (Spanish is widely spoken too)
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Questions about Honolulu
Which airports serve Honolulu?
Daniel K. Inouye International (HNL). Search code: HNL.
What currency is used in Honolulu?
US dollar (USD).
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