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Kualoa Ranch
Kualoa Ranch, located on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, is a very famous attraction. It was originally a traditional cattle ranch and run by a local family. The scenery here is beautiful and diverse, from steep cliffs to sparkling seas, from dense tropical rainforests to open valleys, from beautiful white sand beaches to emerald green cliff faces. Kualoa Ranch has been the setting for numerous television shows and Hollywood movies, including Jurassic Park, Windtalkers, Pearl Harbor, Godzilla, Lost, Godzilla and Heaven's Enforcer. There are also a variety of tourism experiences and activities for tourists to learn about Hawaiian culture and ranch history. △ Visit many Hollywood movie filming locations △ Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the entire ranch △ Explore more thrilling ridesHonolulu · 27.1 km from Haleiwa
O‘ahu
O‘ahuis the third-largest island in the Hawaii archipelago, United States, located in the southern waters of the archipelago. It features bustling coastal cities, as well as historical sites, volcanic mountains, green valleys, and vast coastlines, all of which showcase the unique natural and cultural charm of Hawaii. The island features fine, soft sand, swaying coconut trees, and clear, blue water, creating a quintessential Hawaii vacation scene. The coastal area is home to numerous restaurants and shopping facilities, where visitors can enjoy the sun and surf during the day, and experience dining and entertainment in the city at night. After hiking to the summit along mountain trails, visitors can overlook the beautiful curved coastline and the vast scenery of the Pacific Ocean.Honolulu · 20.2 km from Haleiwa
Polynesian Cultural Center
The Polynesian Cultural Center, located on Oahu, Hawaii, is a themed park combining cultural experiences, performances, and cuisine, renowned as one of Oahu's most representative cultural attractions. Visitors can experience Polynesian culture all in one place through six island villages, enjoying spectacular cultural performances and fun interactive activities. Savor delicious cuisine blending Pacific and Asian flavors through unique island dining experiences. The grand evening show offers an unforgettable Pacific island celebration, providing deep insights into the history and culture of Pacific island nations.Laie · 19.6 km from Haleiwa
Laniakea Beach
Since 1999, the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle colony has formed the habit of basking and resting ashore at Green Turtle Beach on the North Shore of Oahu. The natural environment of Green Turtle Beach is what turtles love: abundant food - seaweed, reef-covered bays - to keep out large waves and predators (sharks), and wide sand (for warmth and rest).Haleiwa · 3.2 km from downtown
Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor is located on the southern coast of Oahu, Hawaii, west of downtown Honolulu. It is a natural deep-water harbor extending inland, surrounded by land on three sides with only the southern entrance facing the sea. On the morning of December 7, 1941, the Japanese naval air force launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific Fleet stationed here. The battleship USS Arizona sank in less than ten minutes after being hit, with over a thousand officers and crew perishing aboard, marking America's full entry into World War II. Today, the harbor area has been designated as a historical attraction, comprising four venues: the USS Arizona Memorial, the Battleship Missouri Memorial, the submarine museum, and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. A full tour typically takes most of a day. Visits usually begin at the visitor center of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial: two exhibit halls display artifacts, photos, and footage depicting the ships, aircraft, and casualties on both sides before and after the attack. After watching the documentary, visitors take a shuttle boat to the white memorial spanning the sunken wreckage of the USS Arizona in the middle of the harbor. The bridge-shaped structure does not touch the ship's remains. Its 21 openings symbolize the 21-gun salute honoring the fallen. Through floor openings, visitors can view the rusted hull beneath the water, where oil droplets—known as "black tears"—still seep to the surface. The memorial hall at the far end bears the names of the thousand-plus crew members who went down with the ship, and the U.S. flag on the sunken mast is raised daily. This is a resting place for sailors, and visitors are expected to maintain solemn silence throughout the tour. While the USS Arizona witnessed the beginning of the Pacific War, the Battleship Missouri on Ford Island marked its end—Japan signed its surrender on its deck on September 2, 1945. Visitors can explore the deck, cabins, and bridge, with views of the white memorial across the water. The Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, housed in the original hangars attacked that day, still bears visible bullet holes on its walls. The island also features memorials for the USS Oklahoma and USS Utah. Access to Ford Island requires a shuttle transfer from the visitor center. The Bowfin submarine, docked nearby, conducted multiple wartime patrols; visitors can step inside to experience life in a submariner's quarters. Practical tip: Security is strict, and regular backpacks are not allowed, so travel light.Honolulu · 29.7 km from Haleiwa
Waimea Valley
Located on the west coast of the island. The canyon is about 16 kilometers long and 1 kilometer deep. Compared with the Grand Canyon in the United States and the Blue Mountains in Australia, the momentum is not too spectacular. The main feature of the canyon is the iron element in the soil, which appears red after oxidation. With yellow soil, green vegetation, blue sky, and a white waterfall, it is worth seeing under the combination of multiple colors.Honolulu · 7 km from Haleiwa
Waimea Bay Beach Park
Haleiwa · 6.7 km from downtown
Shark’s Cove
Shark Island is located in Hawaii, USA and is a well-known local surfing and diving resort. Here, the waters are clear and the scenery is pleasant, and visitors can enjoy a rich variety of marine life.Pupukea · 7.6 km from Haleiwa
Sunset Beach Park
Sunset Beach Beach is located in northern Oahu, and the north coast of Oahu is a surfer's paradise.Pupukea · 11.2 km from Haleiwa
Mokulēʻia Beach Park
Honolulu · 9.3 km from Haleiwa
Free things to do in Haleiwa
Kualoa Ranch
Honolulu · 27.1 km from HaleiwaBook now for tomorrowO‘ahu
Honolulu · 20.2 km from HaleiwaPolynesian Cultural Center
Laie · 19.6 km from HaleiwaLaniakea Beach
Haleiwa · 3.2 km from downtownPearl Harbor
Honolulu · 29.7 km from HaleiwaWaimea Valley
Honolulu · 7 km from HaleiwaWaimea Bay Beach Park
Haleiwa · 6.7 km from downtownShark’s Cove
Pupukea · 7.6 km from HaleiwaSunset Beach Park
Pupukea · 11.2 km from HaleiwaMokulēʻia Beach Park
Honolulu · 9.3 km from Haleiwa
What travellers say about Haleiwa
Jason OccidentalOctober 12, 2026
5.0
We had a great time at the ranch. Our guide was amazing! Arrived just in time for our tour, be sure to go to the ticket counter before lining up for your timed tour. Our guide explained well the ins and outs of the ranch, not just the movies shot there but the history and work being done beyond the big screen. Highly recommended.
Kualoa Ranch
非你不渴January 16, 2021
5.0
Every shot is a beautiful sight, very pleasing to the eye. The largest island in Hawaii is Oahu, the most prosperous and youthful, known as a surfer's paradise. Pearl Harbor is the beautiful pain of this island.
O‘ahu
Anonymous userAugust 7, 2026
4.0
Excellent! It's worthwhile to learn about the local customs and traditions of each island and the different styles and cultures of China's islands. Five days is recommended if possible. Renting a car is more convenient; you can go almost anywhere. I don't recommend staying in the city center; parking is too expensive—$60 a day.
Polynesian Cultural Center
素素77January 15, 2020
5.0
There are many famous beaches on the northern coast of Oahu. My favorite is Green Turtle Beach in the northeast of Oahu. Here, we really saw precious green sea turtles. The staff used ropes to circle the area around the turtles to prevent tourists from entering and disturbing the turtles. The ecology here is really great.
Laniakea Beach
初ChuSeptember 3, 2026
5.0
Japan killed 2,403 Americans during the Pearl Harbor attack and 35,000,000 Chinese during the world war 2. Seeing the USS Arizona Memorial and crying Chinese baby lost parents is hard. The site kept and explained the history well. I highly recommend everyone who like learning about history and love peace to visit. I feel this is the most important site to visit in Honolulu. 珍珠港
Pearl Harbor
东张西望望东西January 12, 2021
4.0
This is Maano Falls Park. If you just come to see the waterfall, you will be a little disappointed because it cannot be compared with the large waterfalls in China, but the natural scenery here is quite powerful and beautiful!
Waimea Valley
小凌60July 11, 2020
3.0
There is a very large beach here with many tourists. Of course, this is a park. In addition to the beach, there are other landforms. For example, not far from the beach are jungles and valleys where you can explore.
Waimea Bay Beach Park
泰宁根吴承恩December 18, 2019
5.0
It was almost evening when we passed Shark Bay. We saw a very beautiful sunset. There were not many tourists in Shark Bay. It might be because there is not much water fun here. Most of the beaches are reef-based. It is a special beach.
Shark’s Cove
bonbon_chenOctober 18, 2021
5.0
The first photo was taken at Hanauma Bay. Because it was raining, we didn’t go snorkeling and went straight to the sunset. I didn’t expect that the weather there was not as good as Hanauma Bay… The wind was super strong and it was cloudy, so I guess I couldn’t see the sunset…
Sunset Beach Park
GLS***32September 23, 2015
5.0
Great little beach! The water was so clear when we visited! If you have snorkel gear then I definitely recommend stopping and exploring the ocean a bit.
Mokulēʻia Beach Park
