Family Fun in Hawaii: One-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Adventure and Relaxation

Honolulu, Hawaii

8:00AM

Breakfast at Duke's Waikiki

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Duke's Waikiki, where you can enjoy famous pancake dishes while overlooking the beautiful beach.
Located right on Waikiki Beach, you can easily walk there from most hotels in the area.
CAD30, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Diamond Head State Monument

After breakfast, head to Diamond Head for a family-friendly hike that offers stunning views of Honolulu and the Pacific Ocean from the summit.
Drive about 15 minutes to the Diamond Head parking lot; parking fills up quickly, so arriving early is recommended.
CAD15 (parking fee), 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Rainbow Drive-In

Stop by Rainbow Drive-In for some local comfort food, including their famous plate lunches featuring teriyaki beef, macaroni salad, and rice.
From Diamond Head, it's only a 10-minute drive to this iconic eatery.
CAD15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore the Honolulu Zoo

Head to the Honolulu Zoo for a fun afternoon where the family can meet various animals, including exotic birds and endangered species native to Hawaii.
The zoo is a short 10-minute drive from Rainbow Drive-In.
CAD20 (adult) / CAD10 (child), 2 hours

4:00PM

Relax at Waikiki Beach

After a busy day, unwind by soaking up the sun and playing in the gentle waves at Waikiki Beach, just a short drive (or walk) from the zoo.
You can easily park at various beach access points or utilize public parking available nearby.
Free, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Aloha Table

For dinner, try Aloha Table for a taste of local Hawaiian cuisine, featuring dishes like kalua pork and fresh poke bowls, perfect for the whole family.
A relatively quick 10-minute drive from Waikiki Beach will get you to this cozy restaurant.
CAD40, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Beachfront Stroll

End your day with a peaceful stroll along the beach as the sun sets, enjoying the beautiful Hawaiian scenery and perhaps catching a glimpse of a hula performance nearby.
Just head back to Waikiki Beach, where you can enjoy the ambiance.
Free, 1 hour
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