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Honolulu in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Honolulu cover the history, the island and the sea. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Pearl Harbor
  2. 2Day 2: circle island
  3. 3Day 3: snorkel & luau
  4. 4Diamond Head

Day 1: Pearl Harbor

The memorials and city sights.

Day 2: the island

A circle island tour to the North Shore.

Day 3: sea & luau

Snorkeling and a traditional luau.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Honolulu — prices per person.

Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
Honolulu
Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona Memorial and Honolulu City Tour
4.9(4,939)·9 hours
from$94/ person
via Viator
Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour
Honolulu
Oahu: Full or Half Day Grand Circle Island Tour
5.0(18,902)·9 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator
Turtle Canyon Snorkel in Waikiki, Oahu Semi Private
Oahu
Turtle Canyon Snorkel in Waikiki, Oahu Semi Private
5.0(14)·2 hours
from$104/ person
via Viator
Salute to Pearl Harbor Including USS Arizona
Honolulu
Salute to Pearl Harbor Including USS Arizona
4.7(8,609)·5 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo Inn
Honolulu
Oahu Majestic Circle Island Tour with Waimea Falls and Byodo Inn
4.9(7,945)·9 hours
from$181/ person
via Viator
Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB
Oahu
Oahu Catamaran Waikiki Sunset on 40 Foot Catamaran: Food and BYOB
4.9(956)·2 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Oahu: Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Small Group Tour
Honolulu
Oahu: Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Small Group Tour
4.6(623)·4 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator
Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple
Oahu
Hidden Gems of Oahu Circle Island Tour with Byodo In Temple
4.9(3,979)·9 hours
from$159/ person
via Viator

Honolulu in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Honolulu?
Three days is ideal — Pearl Harbor on day one, a circle island tour on day two, and snorkeling and a luau on day three.
What are the best things to do in Honolulu in 3 days?
Pearl Harbor, a circle island tour to the North Shore, Diamond Head, snorkeling and a luau are the highlights.
How do I plan a 3-day Honolulu itinerary?
Spend day one at Pearl Harbor, day two circling the island, and day three snorkeling with a luau evening.

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