Tour to the Memorial Battleships Missouri and Arizona
Overview
Join a larger tour group with 25+ guests as you spend time visiting Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, and exploring the visitor center. Pickups include several central Waikiki locations. We utilize our motor coaches or open-air trolleys for this economical tour.
Tour Hightlights
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Board Battleship Missouri
- National Memorial Cemetery Of The Pacific At Punchbowl
- Historic Downtown Honolulu: The Royal Palace, King Kamehameha statue, Honolulu Downtown
*Tour stop destinations and times may vary for maximum customer enjoyment/experience*
Tour Pick-Up
- Tour Starts: at 6:30am
- Tour Pick-Up at 6:00am - 6:30am
- Tour Bus Map "Pick Up Locations"
Tour Timeline
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
USS Arizona Memorial
Battleship USS Missouri
National Memorial Cemetery
Iolani Palace
King Kamehameha Statue
Downtown Honolulu
Tour Features
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
We'll take you to historic Pearl Harbor, but because the harbor and Ford Island are quite expansive, we will only visit the areas designated as a "national memorial".
Contained within the expanse of the naval base are the "Road to War" and "Attack" museums located at the Visitor Center, the Submarine Museum, Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, and the Battleship Missouri. Your driver will bring you to the Visitor Center and provide tickets to board the boat to the Arizona Memorial at a specific time. Before and after that time, you will have time to explore the visitor center's two museums.
USS Arizona Memorial
A visit to the Arizona Memorial is a solemn occasion. This is the final resting place for over 1000 souls. Most of them died on the day of the attack. The Japanese launched a surprise attack on the ships at Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941, causing catastrophic damage, including the destruction of Battleship Arizona. A bomb penetrated its decks and ignited it from within.
USS Missouri Battleship
The "Mighty MO" served the United States from World War 2 until being retired after the First Gulf War. It was one of the first ships to fire missiles in that engagement. It is now a museum ship, and most of it is open for exploration. Check out the many decks, internal spaces, and lots of exhibits with a ton of historical information. You can even stand in the spot where the war-ending ceremony took place.
National Memorial Cemetery Of The Pacific At Punchbowl
As we tour through the city, we'll take a drive up into Punchbowl Crater. The drive is very special because it is home to the National Cemetery of the Pacific and other special points of interest. The view from up here is wonderful as you can clearly see down to historic Honolulu, Diamond Head crater and beyond.
Historic Downtown Honolulu
Our final, major point of interest is a drive through historic downtown Honolulu. It contains the only royal palace in the United States. It even had electricity before the White House did. We'll also see some unique buildings, and the historical King Kamehameha statue. Then, we will return you back to your accommodations in Waikīkī to enjoy the rest of your evening.
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What's included, what's not
- Entry-tickets to all the attractions on your tour are included in the price of the tour and will be provided by your guide the day of the tour
- Pick-up and drop-off service from Waikiki area hotels and resorts
- Narration from a local guide, sharing stories and insights during the historic Honolulu portion of tour (Inside Pearl Harbor is self-guided tour)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Parking fees
- Bag storage fees
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Bags, Swimwear
- Bring government issued photo ID (Passport if from outside the United States)
- Bring cash - If you enjoy your tour tipping your guide in cash is always appreciated
- Use comfortable clothes and covered shoes (no swimwear allowed in Pearl Harbor)
- Use sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, camera
What you can expect
Every visit to Oahu should include a trip to see the Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri at Pearl Harbor. These two sites are the "book ends" of the US involvement in World War Two.
We'll pick you up with our bus, motorcoach, or open-air trolley, at one of several central locations in Waikīkī and bring you to the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. From there, you can explore the museums before heading across the harbor on a Navy boat for a solemn visit to the Arizona Memorial. The Memorial's stark white structure straddles the remains of the Arizona that was destroyed during the attack.
After returning from the Memorial, we take a short drive to the Battleship Missouri. You are free to explore the ship and its many decks. Go inside and check out many of the interesting exhibits, films, and more. See the spot where a kamikaze attack damaged the ship in the final days of the war.
Afterward, we will take a drive through historic downtown Honolulu before dropping you back to your Waikiki hotel.
If you’re staying on an outer island (Maui, Big Island, or Kaua'i) don’t miss an opportunity to visit historic Pearl Harbor on our inter-island group tours
Tour Locations
Activity location:
Oahu, Hawaii, USA
The Important Things to Know
Our large-group tours are run in our motor coaches with 25+ people in comfortable seats and space. On beautiful days, we may even use our open-air trolley. We start with pickup in Waikīkī at six central locations that are convenient for most accommodations in the neighborhood.
Your driver will transport you through Honolulu to Pearl Harbor, where you will spend almost 4.5 hours exploring the area's attractions. The driver will stay with the vehicle for most of the tour and provide expert narration during the driving portions of the experience. (They will not accompany the group through the museums or at most stops.)
The first stop is the Visitor Center, where you can interact with various museum exhibits before entering the theatre to watch a documentary. After the film, a Navy launch will take you on a short boat tour to the Arizona Memorial. You will have about 15 minutes to enjoy the view and pay your respects. You will see the USS Missouri, which is the next stop on our tour, nearby, along Battleship Row.
Battleship Missouri, a floating museum, marked the war's end on its famous Surrender Deck. Here, the articles that ended the war with Japan were signed while the ship was anchored in Tokyo Bay in August 1945. You can explore the inside of the "Mighty Mo's" multiple decks, galleys, rooms, and guns. You can quickly get a feel for what it must have been like for the nearly 2000 men living on board during the war.
Afterward, we head out from the harbor for a great view of the city from Punchbowl. We drive through the Cemetery of the Pacific on our way to our final stop in downtown Honolulu to check out the King Kamehameha Statue and other nearby historic buildings.
After a wonderful 7 hours, we return you to your hotel and condo. Throughout the tour, food is available on the dock and at the Visitor Center.
- Waikiki Pick Up
- Arrive at the Visitor Center At Pearl Harbor
- Travel across the harbor to visit the Arizona Memorial
- Board the Battleship Missouri to explore its decks
- Leave the harbor area to drive through Punchbowl Crater for an elevated photo opportunity
- Visit and See Historic Downtown Honolulu, including the Kamehameha Statue, Capitol Building, Iolani Palace, and more.
- Depart to the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl Crater
- Return to Waikīkī Resorts & Hotels
*Tour Highlights may change or be updated due to route changes in the event of weather or traffic situations beyond our control.
- 6:00 AM - Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra (Mahukona St.) Mahukona St, Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
- 6:05 AM - Hilton Vacation club "Modern Hotel" (Hobron Lane "Valet side of Hotel") Honolulu, HI 96814, USA
- 6:10 AM - Hilton Hawaiian Village (Bus Stop on Kalia Rd.) Kālia Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
- 6:15 Am - "Formerly Trump Hotel" Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts. "Front of Hotel" 223 Saratoga Rd, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
- 6:20 AM - Ross Department Store 333 Seaside Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
- 6:25 Am - Hyatt Regency Hotel "Backside of Hotel" (Koa Ave.) Koa Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
- 6:30 Am - Twin Fins Trolley Stop, "in Front of Twin Fin Hotel" 2570 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, USA
There are numerous areas at Pearl Harbor to purchase food and drink throughout the day. You will have these opportunities to purchase food or drinks during your tour. We encourage all guests to bring a reusable water bottle and use the filter stations spread throughout the visitor center.
Visitor Center Store
This small convenience store provides basic snacks, prepared sandwiches, microwavable items, ice cream snacks, and drinks.
Submarine Museum Food Trucks
There are a couple of stands set under a large covered area that is perfect for enjoying a quick bite by the harbor. Serving a small variety of standard lunchtime options that are made to order.
Missouri Battleship Pier Stands
Along the pier, opposite the ship, there are some covered areas to take a break and get out of the sun. The offerings across a few vendors are limited to things like hot dogs, pizza, ice cream, and a small variety of snacks and canned or bottled drinks.
Laniakea Restaurant at Aviation Museum
The menu refreshes often with a great selection of lunchtime options but closes mid-afternoon. Many guests enjoy the air-conditioned comfort of the cafe, and it's prepared-to-order meal selection with something for everyone.
- Dress comfortably. High heels, dresses and skirts not recommended. Bug and insect repellant recommended.
- Although there is no formal dress code for visiting the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites, we kindly request that visitors dress in a manner that is both appropriate and respectful. Swimsuits are not permitted. Additionally, high heels, skirts, and dresses are discouraged due to the presence of numerous stairs and strong trade winds. While flip-flops and sandals are allowed, we recommend wearing closed-toe shoes as there is considerable walking involved when exploring the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites.
We advise booking your Pearl Harbor tours prior to your arrival in Hawai'i. As Pearl Harbor is the top visitor destination, certain days of the week may see tours sell out. It is advisable to schedule your tour for the first or second full day following your arrival. Many guests tend to wake up early in the morning because of the time difference, ensuring that you are alert by the time your tour commences. Your tour guide will highlight key attractions that should not be overlooked in O'ahu.
We strive to provide inclusive and accessible tours for all our guests and will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate any request. If anyone in your party may need additional services or accommodations (wheelchair, scooter, walker, etc.) please let us know at the time of your booking.
For security reasons, no bags are allowed. Additionally, no iPad cases or clutch wallets are permitted. A wallet must be no larger than a regular-sized cell phone. Bags are not allowed in Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.
If needed may be checked and stored for $7.00 per small bag or $10.00 per large bag. It is recommended only essential items such as phones, wallets, and a water bottle or any needed medicines be brought on tour.
Bags that are allowed must be a clear bag approved by the US Navy, like the ones pictured below, and must not exceed dimensions of 1.25" x 2.25" x 5.5".
Frequently Asked Questions
The activity is located in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States.
No specific age requirements are mentioned; the activity is suitable for all ages.
The tour includes private transportation in a clean and luxurious vehicle.
No special equipment is required; tickets for the boat ride and access to the USS Arizona and USS Missouri are included.
TOUR CANCELLATIONS 48 hours notice is required to be eligible for a full refund. Guests giving less than 48 hours notice and no-shows may be charged full price without exception.
TOUR CHANGES 48 hours notice is required to request a tour change of date or time. All rebookings are subject to availability and must not conflict with minimum capacity requirements listed below.
TOUR MINIMUMS A combined minimum of 2 guests is required for a tour to operate. Should a tour not meet the tour minimum, customers will have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund. While advanced notice will be provided when possible, tour cancellations may be up until 1-hour before the activity start time.
INCLEMENT WEATHER OR COMPANY CLOSURES Trips will run rain or shine. All trips are subject to change or be canceled without notice due to the weather or other unforeseen circumstance. The company will make the final decision and may cancel at any time should the weather conditions be deemed unsafe or unfit to complete the activity. Customers will have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund in the case of any operator cancellation. While advanced notice will be provided when possible, tour cancellations may occur up until the activity start time.shows.
GO OAHU CARDHOLDERS: In the event the GoCard number(s) provided cannot be validated on the day of the tour - the credit card on file will automatically be charged the full price of the tour. Go Tours Hawaii is not responsible for any GoCard issues or restrictions. All guests are subject to any terms and conditions included in their GoCard purchase.
The tour includes visits to the USS Arizona Memorial, Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, Bowfin Submarine | Silent Service Museum, Battleship Missouri, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum.