Visit USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri with a Waikiki-area pickup
7 Hours
Arizona, Missouri, admissions
Bring a government-issued ID. Large or non see-through bags are not allowed; storage is available at Pearl Harbor for $8.00 per item. The Navy may suspend boat operations to the USS Arizona Memorial, and there are no refunds in that case.
Refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours of the tour start time.
Comfortable clothing and shoes; swimsuits are not allowed.
Yes, bag storage is available for $8.00 per bag.
Yes, a government-issued ID is required.
Pick-up from Waikiki
Standing at the edge of Pearl Harbor, you feel the weight of December 7, 1941 long before you read a single exhibit panel. The Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center is the gateway to a landscape where history is still visible in the water and the sky. From this central hub on Oahu's south shore, the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center connects you to the USS Arizona Memorial, the Battleship Missouri, and the Pacific Aviation Museum, each telling a different chapter of a day that changed the world.
This tour company excels when it comes to passionate guides who genuinely love sharing Hawaiian history and culture. Names like Ole, Kumu, RJ, Sam, and Keoki come up repeatedly, with travelers praising their knowledge, humor, and personal touches like handing out rain ponchos during unexpected downpours or giving extra time at scenic stops. The Pearl Harbor tours particularly resonate with guests who appreciate the emotional depth and educational value of the experience. Several reviewers mention how guides balanced entertainment with respect for the sacred sites they visited. The main friction point centers on tour guide communication style. While many guests love the detailed commentary and engaging storytelling throughout the journey, a handful found the continuous narration exhausting, especially during the longer drives to Pearl Harbor. There are also logistics concerns worth noting: pickup times can extend travel duration, and because the Arizona Memorial operates on a call number system managed by the park service itself, late arrivals sometimes mean missing that specific attraction despite having paid for the tour. The food options at Pearl Harbor get called out as limited, so plan accordingly. Overall, your experience likely hinges on matching with a guide whose style clicks with you, and most travelers seem to connect beautifully with the enthusiasm and aloha spirit on display.
RJ was outstanding!! Both informative and of course respectful!! Seriously worth it!!
keribg
June 29, 2026
RJ was outstanding!! Both informative and of course respectful!! Seriously worth it!!
keribg
June 29, 2026