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Hawaii travel guide

Volcanoes, coral reefs and island time in the middle of the Pacific.

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Capital
Honolulu
Best time to go
Apr–May, Sep–Oct
Daily budget
$$$$ $280+ a day
Fly into
HNL Honolulu
OGG Maui
KOA Kona

BeachesNational parksMountains

Top places to visit in Hawaii

  1. Waikiki & Honolulu

    Surf lessons, Diamond Head and city life on Oʻahu.

  2. Pearl Harbor

    USS Arizona Memorial and WWII history.

  3. Road to Hāna, Maui

    Waterfalls and rainforest on a winding coast road.

  4. Haleakalā National Park

    Sunrise above the clouds on a giant volcano.

  5. Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park

    Active volcanoes on the Big Island.

  6. Nāpali Coast, Kauaʻi

    Emerald cliffs best seen by boat or helicopter.

What to eat in Hawaii

  • Poke bowl
  • Plate lunch
  • Loco moco
  • Shave ice

When is the best time to visit Hawaii?

Apr–May, Sep–Oct is usually the best time to visit Hawaii. Expensive: $280+ a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.

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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.