Your Guide to Oahu

Welcome to Oahu, where the state capital, two of the world's best beaches, and the global center of surf culture all share the same island. Add centuries of royal heritage, defining moments of World War II history, and the energy of Waikiki, and you have an island that rewards every kind of traveler.

Things to Do on Oahu

  • Pearl Harbor

    One of the most significant historical sites in the United States, where the USS Arizona Memorial and the museums of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial tell the story of December 7, 1941 with care and gravity.

  • Diamond Head Hike

    A 1.6-mile trail to the summit of Oahu's most iconic volcanic crater, with panoramic views over Waikiki, Honolulu, and the Pacific that make the climb worth every step.

  • North Shore Surf Beaches

    From November through February, the breaks at Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay produce some of the largest and most technically demanding waves in the world, drawing the sport's best surfers every winter.

  • A Traditional Luau

    The Hawaiian luau is a genuine celebration of food, music, and culture rooted in traditions that predate Western contact, and attending an authentic one is among the most meaningful experiences the island offers.

Explore Oahu Neighborhoods

  • Aina Haina

    A residential neighborhood tucked between Hawaii Kai and Kahala on the south shore, with vacation rentals that offer a local, unhurried alternative to the more visited stretches of coastline nearby.

  • Diamond Head

    One of Oahu's most coveted addresses, sitting at the base of the island's most recognizable landmark, with vacation rentals that put you steps from the beach and minutes from Waikiki.

  • Gold Coast

    A prestigious stretch of Kahala shoreline known for its grand beachfront estates, with vacation rentals that offer some of the most private and refined accommodations on the island.

  • Hawaii Kai

    A marina community on Oahu's southeastern tip with a suburban ease, water access, and vacation rentals that suit families looking for space, calm water, and easy access to Hanauma Bay.

  • Kahala

    One of Honolulu's most established and affluent neighborhoods, with a quiet beach, tree-lined streets, and vacation rentals that sit at a remove from the bustle of Waikiki while remaining close to the city.

  • Kailua

    A beloved windward town with a long, reef-protected beach consistently ranked among the best in the world, and vacation rentals that put you in one of Oahu's most walkable communities.

  • Kaka'ako

    Honolulu's most energetic emerging neighborhood, known for its street art, chef-driven restaurants, and proximity to the waterfront, with vacation rentals that suit travelers who want both city and beach energies.

  • Ko Olina Beach Resort

    A sheltered resort community on Oahu's sunny western coast, with four protected lagoons, championship golf, and vacation rentals that offer a self-contained luxury experience.

  • Kuilima Estates

    A gated community on the North Shore adjacent to Turtle Bay, with vacation rentals that give you access to the area's legendary surf beaches and open landscapes.

  • Lanikai

    A small, residential neighborhood just beyond Kailua with a beach consistently celebrated and vacation rentals that put you in one of the most sought-after and low-key addresses in all of Hawaii.

  • Makaha

    On Oahu's rugged western coast, Makaha is away from the tourist trail and known for its surf history and Hawaiian cultural roots, with vacation rentals that offer a less crowded experience of the island.

  • North Shore

    Oahu's most legendary coastal stretch, home to Banzai Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Waimea Bay, with vacation rentals that put you at the center of the world's most celebrated surf culture.

  • Turtle Bay

    A remote and windswept point on Oahu's northern tip, anchored by the Turtle Bay Resort and surrounded by open ranchland and coastline, with vacation rentals that offer genuine seclusion without sacrificing comfort.

  • Waikiki

    Oahu's iconic beach and resort strip, with vacation rentals that put you steps from the sand, the dining, and the nightlife that have made Waikiki famous the world over.

  • Waimanalo

    A rural, predominantly Hawaiian community on the windward coast with one of the longest and least crowded beaches on the island.

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