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Hawaii stops you can not and should not miss! (Honolulu edition)

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It’s so hard to narrow down, where to go and what to do in such a ‘little big’ island! Here are some of my favorites EVERYTIME I visit Honolulu!
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Swimming, snorkeling, activities etc

 
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The coolest place to go snorkeling!
Sharks Cove - Oahu - Hawaii Snorkeling Guide
 
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The beaches at Lahaina are unbeatable!!! Snorkeling here is also ethereal!
THE 10 BEST Lahaina Beaches (2025)
 
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The softest sand I have ever touched in my life! Water is as clear as day! So peaceful!
Discover Kailua Beach Park: Oahu's Secret Beach Haven | The Essential ...
 
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Everyone’s favorite hike in Honolulu!
Diamond Head Crater Trailhead
 
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Water fall trail hike!
Lulumahu Falls
 
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Incredible boat trip! The staff was amazing and so fun!
Ohana Yachts
 
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Super fun, and interesting! The most amazing pineapple soft serve!
Dole Plantation
 
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I bet you didn’t know ‘Jurassic Park’ was filmed in Hawaii? These car tours are so freaking fun! They take you around the ranch and spots the film was made!
Jurassic Adventure Tour
 
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Explore some of Honolulu’s most amazing views and waterfalls!
Circle Island Tours | Of The Hawaiian Islands & Beyond
 
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Hop on and off these trolleys, while touring all of Waikiki!!! The perfect tour for adventurous riders!
Waikiki Trolley
 
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Needless to say, there are a ton of fish and sea life to explore in Hawaii! This aquarium provides EVERYTHING, in terms of exploring sea life! So fun!
Waikiki Aquarium

Let’s eat!

 
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The legendary shrimp truck!! They farm and raise their own shrimp! Tastes amazing.
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
 
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Such a great place to stop and eat before or after hitting the water! Ocean front views and yummy food
Buzz's Original Steak House
 
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Incredible, fresh poke! Right by the main beach in Honolulu!
Maguro Brothers
 
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Unlimited crab legs, cocktail shrimp, fresh sushi, poke and so so much more! A bit pricey, but you need to treat yourself to this prime, ocean side buffet! Incredible views and drinks too!
The Buffet At Hyatt
 
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The most amazing tonakatsu spot! You can even make your own sauce at the table! Make sure to make a reso!
Tonkatsu Tamafuji
 
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Best known for Hawaiian classics!
Helena's Hawaiian Food
 
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I love the selection at this poke spot!
Ono Seafood
 
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Traditional Hawaiian staple food! The loco moco here is excellent!!!!
Rainbow Drive-In
 
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The most delicious shaved ice with all natural and organic juices!!!
Uncle Clay's House of Pure Aloha
 
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There is a line out the door every single time you come to this place! The most amazing donuts!
Leonard's Bakery
 
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The most succulent, crispy catfish you will ever have!
Catfish Corner | Since 1985
 
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So many different kinds of hot dogs, and you can choose your bread! So tasty!
Hula Dog - 1700 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, Hawaii
 
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We had the most incredible breakfast here! Try the banana walnut pancakes!
Shorefyre
 
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Right on the main strip! Always a line out the door. Such great breakfast!
Eggs 'n Things Hawaii
 
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OK HEAR ME OUT: ASK FOR THE ‘SPAM MCGRIDDLE’. YOU WONT BE SORRY!
McDonald’s in Honolulu, HI at 2476 Kalakaua Ave
 
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Such an interesting concept of a restaurant. We loved the food here! They have tons of seafood options. Great oysters!
Uncle Bo's Pupu Bar & Grill
 
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Hawaiian classics, the most amazing short rib plate and fried rice! Such generous portions!
Side Street Inn
 
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All you can eat sushi! All fresh, all good!
Kan Sushi

Bars, shopping, entertainment etc

 
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This indoor/outdoor mall literally has everything you need! Restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping etc! Designer shops are so cool to look at, and they have music entertainment as well!
Ala Moana Center
 
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This swap meet happens every Sunday! The most amazing finds, cheap and amazing souvenirs!
Aloha Stadium Swap Meet
 
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Nothing beats this gorgeous view, and bar in Honolulu! They have a raw bar as well! Incredible!
SKY Waikiki Raw & Bar
 
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Hula’s is the most fun I’ve ever had, at a bar, in Honolulu!
Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand
 
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Small and quaint little karaoke bar! So fun!
Wang Chung's Karaoke Bar
 
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The funnest karaoke experience I have ever had! Our own private room, snacks and drinks!
WAVE808 Karaoke
 
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This show is insane!!!!! It’s everything you need, to divulge into Hawaiian culture!!
Rock-A-Hula: Waikiki's Largest Hawaiian Show
 
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Dinner and show does not give this Luau justice! They roast a whole pig, and it’s delicious!!! The show is outstanding!
Paradise Cove Luau