Fun-Filled Family Vacation in Honolulu, Hawaii

1. Day 1: Diamond Head State Monument
   25 minutes (10.7 miles) from 2005 Kālia Rd

   Experience an adventure-filled trek to the top of an ancient crater while taking in scenic views of Waikiki. This hike contains steep stairs, tunnels, and a 225ft tunnel, perfect for families with older kids. (2-3 hours)

2. Day 2: Ka Moana Luau
   30 minutes (10.1 miles) from Diamond Head State Monument

   An authentic Hawaiian experience complete with traditional performances, hula lessons, cultural activities, and delicious local foods. (3 hours)

3. Day 3: Waikiki Aquarium
   10 minutes (1.6 miles) from Ka Moana Luau

   Explore the diversity of Hawaiian marine life, including green sea turtles, jellyfish, and reef sharks. Educational exhibits and interactive experiences make it perfect for families with children. (2 hours)

4. Day 4: Honolulu Zoo
   5 minutes (0.4 miles) from Waikiki Aquarium

   With over 905 animals from over 100 species, the Honolulu Zoo is home to a variety of big cats, primates, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Take a ride on the Keiki Zoo Express train, and discover the ‘behind-the-scenes’ animal housing area at the Keiki Zoo. (2-3 hours)

5. Day 5: Polynesian Cultural Center
   1 hour (38.6 miles) from Honolulu Zoo

   Experience 8 different island villages, traditional cultural performances, interactive activities, fireknife dance, and mouth-watering ‘Aloha’ buffet. Engage in interactive demonstrations such as coconut tree climbing, fire making, spear-throwing, and canoeing. (6 hours)

Time and Costs Estimates

• Diamond Head State Monument (2-3 hours, $10 per vehicle)
• Ka Moana Luau (3 hours, $135 per adult, $80 per child)
• Waikiki Aquarium (2 hours, $12 per person)
• Honolulu Zoo (2-3 hours, $19 per adult, $9 per child)
• Polynesian Cultural Center (6 hours, $119 per adult, $96 per child)
Total Estimated Costs: $743 for a family of four

Useful Tips

For additional exploring, add a day trip to the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor. For more adventurous families, we recommend snorkeling at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve. To reduce costs, invest in a Honolulu FlexiPass for discounted admission to popular attractions.