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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR

Hawaii Hawaii
4.9
60678 ratings
$4.99

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR

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Hawaii Hawaii
 
4.9
60678 ratings
Trusted by 100+ Shaka Guiders
Trusted by 100+ Shaka Guiders
5 Must-See Stops
5 Must-See Stops
2+ days of Audio
2+ days of Audio
1 Starting Point
1 Starting Point
Counterclockwise Route
Counterclockwise Route
Multi-Day Driving Tour
Multi-Day Driving Tour

About The Tour

Did you know that Oahu is home to the only royal residence in the United States? From the unification of the islands to the overthrow of the monarchy, Hawaii has a distinct history. This tour takes you in depth to learn about the people and history behind these iconic places. Learn all about it on Shaka Guide’s Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Learn about Hawaii's royal history
•⁠ Combine with official Iolani Palace tour (sold separately)
•⁠ Try some local eats

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Recommended Start Time: Around 9:00 a.m. (before it gets too hot)
Tour Starting Point(s): King Kamehameha Statue

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HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR FAQS

This tour takes you around Downtown Honolulu, a unique historic neighborhood. The tour starts at the King Kamehameha Statue and ends at Iolani Palace.


Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! 


  • Ali’iolani Hale 
  • Kawaiahao Church 
  • King Lunalilo’s Tomb 
  • Honolulu Hale 
  • State Library 
  • Iolani Palace 

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

No, this tour can only be done in one direction. 

  • Sneakers/comfortable shoes
  • Headphones
  • Water
  • Sunscreen 
  • Sun glasses and/or Hat
  • Camera

  • $4.99 per person: Shaka Guide’s Historic Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour
  • $15.00 - $25.00 per person: Lunch
  • $20.00/adult and $6.00/child: Iolani Palace Self-Led Audio Tour

No, everyone participating in the tour must make a purchase and download the tour separately. 



Do you have other questions that we didn’t list here? 

Feel free to message us through the in-app chat box, Facebook Messenger, our emailor give us a call at 1-888-250-2261. We will be glad to help and answer your questions as soon as possible!


Mahalo,

Shaka Guide

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here’s how it works:


  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
  • The app works offline so even with spotty service we’ll get you where you need to go.

Pretty cool huh? We think so! Check out our tours and let’s explore together.

Purchase Options

This Tour Only
1. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
$ 4.99
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Bundle & Save (72% Off)
2. Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle (6 tours)
  • Grand Circle Island Tour
    1. Grand Circle Island Tour
    $ 11.00
  • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    2. EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    $ 19.99
  • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
    3. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
    $ 4.99
  • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
    4. HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
    $ 9.99
  • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    5. HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    $ 4.99
  • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
    6. LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
    $ 19.99
$ 19.99 $70.95
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3. Hawaii Tour Bundle Collection - (21 tours)
  • Maui Tour Driving Bundle - test
    Maui Tour Driving Bundle - test
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    $ 29.99
    • SUNRISE AT HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK TOUR
    • Classic Road to Hana Tour
    • Loop Road to Hana
    • Reverse Road to Hana
    • SUNSET AND STARGAZING HALEAKALA TOUR
    • WEST MAUI COASTLINE TOUR
  • Big Island Tour Bundle
    Big Island Tour Bundle
    View Details
    $ 29.99
    • HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK TOUR
    • NORTH ISLAND JUNGLE ADVENTURE LOOP
    • KOHALA COAST BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
    • SOUTH ISLAND EPIC COASTAL JOURNEY
    • KONA BIG KAHUNA TOUR
  • Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle
    Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle
    View Details
    $ 19.99
    • Grand Circle Island Tour
    • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
    • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
    • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
  • Kauai Tour Bundle - test
    Kauai Tour Bundle - test
    View Details
    $ 29.99
    • NORTH SHORE KAUAI DRIVING TOUR
    • WAIMEA AND NA PALI DRIVING TOUR
    • WAILUA VALLEY AND WATERFALLS TOUR
    • POIPU AND KOLOA DRIVING TOUR
$ 69.99
purchase

Reviews

4.9 60678 Ratings
  • Selmoseven
  • 26 Feb 2026

We used Shaka tours on Oahu and Maui and loved having a tour guide. The directions were accurate and extremely helpful. We got a great overview of both islands, learned a bit of history, and enjoyed the music. We'll take them with us again soon!

  • BigkidTam
  • 20 Feb 2026

So glad we were told of Shaka Guide Tours when we visited Oahu! So easy to use, directions were spot on, locations were all the popular ones & local treasures that you’d never find on your own. And you hear stories, legend, history, & location themed music while traveling between points of interest. (If for some reason you don’t want to hear anything but directions you have that choice. I’d recommend enjoying all that is included in your tour.) I have done all of the Shaka Guide’s Oahu tours every time I go visit my family that moved to Oahu, and love it each time! I’ve also done other locations that Shaka Guide has done, and all have been Grrreat! They are expanding to many other locations, & I’m very excited about that bc I’ve never experienced a travel tour like Shaka! 😎🤙

  • Smomz
  • 15 Feb 2026

The best! We found Shaka on our trip to Maui a few years ago and we couldn’t imagine another trip without him! Driving in unfamiliar areas can be so stressful and distracting. The directions and suggestions keep us on track and stress-free. 🤙

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Purchase Options

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1. HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
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2. Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle (6 tours)
$ 19.99 $70.95
  • Grand Circle Island Tour
    1. Grand Circle Island Tour
    $ 11.00
  • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    2. EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    $ 19.99
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  • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
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    $ 9.99
  • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    5. HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    $ 4.99
  • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
    6. LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
    $ 19.99
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3. Hawaii Tour Bundle Collection - (21 tours)
  • Maui Tour Driving Bundle - test
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    View Details
    $ 29.99
    • SUNRISE AT HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK TOUR
    • Classic Road to Hana Tour
    • Loop Road to Hana
    • Reverse Road to Hana
    • SUNSET AND STARGAZING HALEAKALA TOUR
    • WEST MAUI COASTLINE TOUR
  • Big Island Tour Bundle
    Big Island Tour Bundle
    View Details
    $ 29.99
    • HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK TOUR
    • NORTH ISLAND JUNGLE ADVENTURE LOOP
    • KOHALA COAST BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
    • SOUTH ISLAND EPIC COASTAL JOURNEY
    • KONA BIG KAHUNA TOUR
  • Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle
    Oahu Driving & Walking Tour Bundle
    View Details
    $ 19.99
    • Grand Circle Island Tour
    • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
    • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
    • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
    • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
    • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
  • Kauai Tour Bundle - test
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    View Details
    $ 29.99
    • NORTH SHORE KAUAI DRIVING TOUR
    • WAIMEA AND NA PALI DRIVING TOUR
    • WAILUA VALLEY AND WATERFALLS TOUR
    • POIPU AND KOLOA DRIVING TOUR
$ 69.99
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  • Grand Circle Island Tour
  • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
  • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
  • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
  • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
  • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP

Hawaii Tour Bundle Collection -

$69.99

$ % off
  • SUNRISE AT HALEAKALA NATIONAL PARK TOUR
  • Classic Road to Hana Tour
  • Loop Road to Hana
  • Reverse Road to Hana
  • SUNSET AND STARGAZING HALEAKALA TOUR
  • WEST MAUI COASTLINE TOUR
  • HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK TOUR
  • NORTH ISLAND JUNGLE ADVENTURE LOOP
  • KOHALA COAST BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
  • SOUTH ISLAND EPIC COASTAL JOURNEY
  • KONA BIG KAHUNA TOUR
  • Grand Circle Island Tour
  • EAST OAHU SHORELINE DRIVE
  • HISTORIC DOWNTOWN HONOLULU TOUR
  • HONOLULU'S BACKYARD RAINFOREST TOUR
  • HEART OF WAIKIKI WALKING TOUR
  • LEGENDARY NORTH SHORE LOOP
  • NORTH SHORE KAUAI DRIVING TOUR
  • WAIMEA AND NA PALI DRIVING TOUR
  • WAILUA VALLEY AND WATERFALLS TOUR
  • POIPU AND KOLOA DRIVING TOUR

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