Best places: Historical landmarks in Hawaii

Storied battleship, site of the official Japanese surrender in WWII, hosting exhibits, tours & more.

Bayside dock built in the 19th century, known for its picturesque views of the mountains & ocean.

👍👍 Wonderful tour.I can't like it more.The guide Susumu and driver Billy are friendly and professional.The stops chose are all the best view.You should be expecting the lunch.It was amazing.Will pick another tour of this team next time.

This still-active naval base is known for the 1941 attack by Japan that brought the U.S. into WWII.

Dedicated in 1917, this 30-acre park showcases Edo-style gardens, koi ponds & a Japanese teahouse.

👍👍 This was one of the main reasons we came to Maui, to see the sunrise on top of the house of sun! We we're picked up so early so we were on the best position to see the show before anyone else! We were so happy with our guides, Abe and Maleaka! They were kind and informative, didn't treat us with coo...

👍👍 Beyond where the road ends, your Martian-Hawaiian adventure begins. Drive all the way past the small monument detailing the French navigator and sailors who came to this bay in 1788 to find a stony parking lot where you could simply park and enjoy the views if you felt them calling to you. For those...

Destination known for its temple ruins & other historic structures, plus hiking trails & a museum.

Opulent 19th-century home of Hawaii’s last monarchs operating as a museum with tours & exhibits.

Tropical forest area featuring a long, subterranean cave formed by ancient flowing lava.

Historic burial site honoring the veterans of 4 wars & with striking views set in a volcanic crater.

👍👍 Excellent tour and guide. Our first visit to the USS Arizona Memorial was a solemn and moving experience. The museums and sites and memorials were all interesting and educational. Our driver and guide was a man named Ariel who was extremely charismatic and entertaining. His knowledge of the Hawa...

Tropical plantation with a rum distillery & art gallery, plus traditional feasting & hula dancing.

Beachside artillery battery once used to defend now houses both ancient & modern military artifacts.

Dedicated in 1883, this famous 18-ft bronze statue depicts the first king of the Hawaiian islands.

Once the summer palace for Queen Emma & family, this 19th-century home is now a museum with tours.

Visitors can explore a 1920s coffee farm hosted by costumed guides demonstrating work tasks.

Set on 2 acres, this 17th century religious site offers scenic views of Waimea Bay & Valley.

👍👍 The lighthouse is actually one of the last cool places that I know of that isn’t guarded or locked or controlled by some government anything. There are no signs to keep off, you can drive right up to it, and really enjoy your time like you normally would before the days of ropes and bureaucracy.