Explore the USS Arizona and USS Missouri Memorials in a 7-hour tour
Approximately 7 hours
Admissions, Boat ride, Transport
Experience pivotal World War II sites at Pearl Harbor and in historic Honolulu. Visit the USS Arizona Memorial and step aboard Battleship Missouri, then continue with a narrated drive past significant city landmarks.
Bags are prohibited at Pearl Harbor except clear bags or medical necessities; paid storage is available and security screening is required. The tour involves walking and stairs and may not suit those with mobility issues. Boat operations to the USS Arizona Memorial may be suspended by the Navy.
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before start. No refunds within 72 hours.
We include tickets to the Arizona Memorial (boat trip to the memorial) and Battleship Missouri. You will have transportation from a location close to your hotel in Waikīkī in a mini-bus or open-air trolley that seats between 20 and 40 people. You will be guided through the city after visiting Pearl Harbor to see Punchbowl Crater and historic downtown Honolulu.
This tour is about 7 hours for guests who are staying in Waikīkī.
We do not pick up at the airport unless you have booked this tour, which includes flights. You can be picked up at the airport if you choose that option during your private tour selection. This tour only picks up guests at 6 to 8 locations in Waikīkī Tuesday to Saturday.
When booking, include where you are staying in the notes section.
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.
When everything goes smoothly, this operation delivers memorable Pearl Harbor experiences with standout guides. Will gets mentioned repeatedly for his historical knowledge and personable style, making the tours both educational and engaging. Tyler and Tim also earn praise for their expertise, and several travelers specifically mention the convenience of having everything pre-arranged so they could simply show up and explore. However, some serious operational issues surface in recent feedback. Multiple guests report no-shows, unreturned calls and emails, and missing Arizona Memorial tickets despite confirmation. One reviewer mentions the company changed ownership, which might explain communication breakdowns. A few travelers ended up with expensive transportation to Pearl Harbor without the promised ticketed access, turning what should be seamless into frustrating waits. The contrast is stark: five-star experiences with knowledgeable guides on one hand, but concerning reliability problems on the other. If you book, you might get an excellent guide and smooth day, but based on recent patterns, confirm your reservation details directly beforehand and have a backup plan. The tours can be worthwhile when logistics work, but the inconsistency means going in with realistic expectations about potential hiccups.
Jay was awesome. The tour was an eventful full day. Very informative.
Bridget Stapleton
May 24, 2026
Jay was awesome. The tour was an eventful full day. Very informative.
Bridget Stapleton
May 24, 2026