The port of Honolulu is located at the foot of the city. Honolulu is the capital and largest city of the state of Hawaii and is located on the island of Oahu. This is where you’ll find the famous Waikiki beach. The Aloha Tower is located at the port and is surrounded by several shops. The area is rich in activities and tourist attractions. Honolulu is home to NCL’s Pride of America, which offers year-round cruises to the Hawaiian Islands. If your cruise starts or ends in Honolulu, it may be worth staying for a few more days.
Honolulu United States of America
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| Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
|---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
| January | 1966 2373 2781 | 903.50 |
| February | 1966 2373 2781 | 562.25 |
| March | 2068 2475 2882 | 562.25 |
| April | 2068 2475 2882 | 391.50 |
| May | 2170 2577 2984 | 291.25 |
| June | 2272 2679 3086 | 130.50 |
| July | 2373 2781 3188 | 150.50 |
| August | 2373 2781 3290 | 110.50 |
| September | 2373 2781 3188 | 200.75 |
| October | 2272 2679 3188 | 582.25 |
| November | 2170 2577 2984 | 763.00 |
| December | 1966 2373 2781 | 973.75 |
Where is located the Port of Honolulu Cruise Terminal
Cruise ships dock at pier #10 at Aloha tower, at the foot of the city centre, or at the pier #2 a little further. A shuttle bus is available between pier #2 and Aloha Tower.Travelling around the Honolulu Cruise Port
flight
How to get from Honolulu airport to the port
The taxi ride will take between 20 and 40 minutes depending on traffic and will cost about 30 USD.
Private or group transfers can also be booked in advance.
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directions_subwayYou will find shops and restaurants at the port and in the city centre which is nearby. To get around other attractions, taxis or shuttles and rental car are available. Note, however, that the traffic near the port and downtown can be very heavy. The
public transit system is efficient.
directions_busAn hop on hop off tour bus company is present in Honolulu:
Waikiki Trolley.
If you choose to rent a car, compare prices and save with rentalcars.com.
Activities in Honolulu
Rebate cards
Go Oahu Card
The Go Oahu map allows you to visit several attractions. It is available for one or more days and can be economical if you stay a few days before or after your cruise.
Neighborhoods
Chinatown
Chinatown is bounded by King, Smith, Beretania and River Streets.
Landmarks
Hawaii State Capitol
The heart of the state’s political system.
Kawaiahao Church
Dating back to 1842, the Kawaiahao Church was built with more than 14,000 blocks of coral extracted from reefs off Honolulu. It has been the scene of many events, such as the marriage of King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma.
Historical sites
Pearl Harbor
The visit to the USS Arizona Memorial is free, but you must get a time-stamped ticket and you cannot bring bags for the visit. While waiting for your visit, you can stroll through the exhibits or visit the submarine USS Bowfin and the battleship USS Missouri (entrance fee required). Take the 20 bus from the Aloha Tower.
Iolani Palace
Reflecting the opulence of the royal courts of Europe, Iolani Palace (364 South King Street) was the residence of the last monarchs of Hawaii, King Kalakaua and Queen Liliuokalani. Construction was completed in 1882 , 11 years later, the Hawaiian monarchy was overthrown.
Washington Place
The former residence of Queen Liliuokalani and has been the official residence of the Governor of Hawaii since 1921. Free tours of the historic mansion are scheduled for Thursdays at 10 a.m. Bookings for the visit must be made 48 hours in advance.
Museums
Hawaii State Art Museum
The museum presents temporary thematic exhibitions.
Mission Houses Museum
Learn how early Hawaiian missionaries lived at mission Houses Museum, a 19th century housing complex
Nature
Diamond Head
You can climb this crater for magnificent views of Waikiki and Honolulu. You have to walk to the crater and up stairs to get to the top.
Activities
Foster Botanical Garden
The Foster Botanical Garden is an urban oasis with 4000 species of tropical flowers. The venue is often used for weddings and other special events. Guided tours are available.
Family activities
Honolulu Zoo
Honolulu Zoo is located at the end of Waikiki Beach.
Beaches
Waikiki
Waikiki beach is the center of tourist activity with these hotels and shops. You can relax on the beach or take surf lessons.
Excursions in Honolulu
- Pearl Harbor.
- Grand tour of the island of Oahu: visit the surf beaches and the Doyle plantation.
- North of the island of Oahu: visit the surf beaches, a macadam nut plantation and the Byodo Temple.
- Luau traditional Show
