10-Hour Tour of Pearl Harbor & Polynesian Cultural Center
Pearl Harbor history and Polynesian traditions in one day
Duration
10 hrs
Includes
Arizona Memorial, PCC admission
Highlights
Explore Pearl Harbor National Memorial and the Polynesian Cultural Center for a look at World War II history and Pacific Island traditions.
- Discover stories of December 7, 1941 through exhibits and historic footage
- Experience cultural demonstrations and entertainment from across Polynesia
- Try hands-on cultural activities at the Polynesian Cultural Center
- Watch the canoe pageant and explore traditions from six island cultures
- Listen to guide narration between tour areas and museum stops
Itinerary
⏰ Tentative Schedule (Subject to Arizona Memorial ticket time & other factors) 10-Hour Tour – Oʻahu Guests Only
6:30 AM – Pickup from Waikiki 7:15 AM – Arrive at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center & explore museums 8:00 AM – Navy boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial 10:00 AM – Depart Pearl Harbor for Polynesian Cultural Center 10:30 AM – Stop at Tropical Farm 11:00 AM – Coastal sightseeing along Oʻahu’s windward side 11:30 AM – Lunch at the Polynesian Cultural Center 12:30 PM – Explore PCC Island Villages 3:45 PM – Depart PCC 4:45 PM – Return to Waikiki
What's Included
- 23-minute World War II documentary
- Multilingual audio guides
- Polynesian Cultural Center admission
- Access to six Island Villages
- Cultural shows and hands-on activities
- Canoe pageant
Important details
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID; ID checks may apply for shuttle access to Ford Island
- Bags are not permitted at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- Carry a wallet no larger than a standard cell phone; iPad cases and clutch wallets are prohibited
- Bag storage at Pearl Harbor costs $10 per bag and is not included in the listed price
- Wear casual, respectful attire; swimwear, cover-ups, and revealing clothing are not permitted
- Tour operation requires a minimum of 10 passengers
- Access to Ford Island and the USS Arizona Memorial boat may change without notice due to Navy and Army operations
Cancellation Policy
No refunds are issued within 72 hours of the tour start. Date or tour changes are available at least 72 hours before the original tour day, subject to availability.
FAQs
Bring a government-issued ID for entry.
No. Bags are not allowed at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. Paid bag storage is available for $10.00 per bag.
Yes. Bring a wallet no larger than a standard cell phone.
Related locations
Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center
Admission includedStanding 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.