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The Best Activities on Oahu

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Best Activities on Oahu

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So Many Things to Do on Oahu... Here's a Start.

We want you to make the most of your Oahu vacation. Whether by exploring land and sea, horseback riding on the beach, gaining perspective on a hike, experiencing a traditional Hawaiian luau, spotting green sea turtles while snorkeling, learning how to surf on some of the most famous beaches on the planet, golfing with a view, or simply relaxing.

South Side: Waikiki, Chinatown, Kakaako, Honolulu

North Shore: Haleiwa, Waialua, Mokuleia Pupukea, Kahuku and Laie

East (Windward): Lanikai, Kailua, Kanehoe, Waimanalo

West Side: Ewa Beach, Kapolei, Ko'Olina, Makaha, Nanakuli, Waianae

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What to Do Right Now on Oahu

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A golfer swings their club at the Sony Open in Hawaii, an annual event held near Waikiki, with a crowd behind holding up phones to capture the moment. The event is commemorating its 25th anniversary, as noted on the blue signage behind the player. A camera setup is visible near the golfer.

Waikiki Annual Events

A large crowd gathers on a beach and grassy area, some seated on towels and blankets, enjoying an outdoor event. A stage with a banner reading "Island Music Festival" is set up in the background. Palm trees line the edge of the beach under a partly cloudy sky, celebrating one of Ko Olina's Annual Events.

Ko Olina Annual Events

A surfer rides a massive, towering wave in the ocean during one of the North Shore annual events. The wave curls overhead, creating a tunnel of water. The surfer appears small in comparison to the sheer size of the wave, with white foam and spray from the wave's powerful break visible around them.

North Shore Annual Events

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Popular Activities on Oahu

A family of four, including two adults and two children, enjoys snorkeling in the clear, shallow waters of Oahu. They are wearing snorkel masks and smiling, with water splashing up around them. The background features a partly cloudy sky and rocky shores.

Best Beaches for Snorkeling on Oahu

A scenic view of a coastal hiking trail surrounded by lush green vegetation, leading to rugged mountains under a clear blue sky. To the right, the vibrant blue ocean stretches out, meeting the horizon. Sparse clouds float above, enhancing this serene landscape—one of the best hikes Oahu Hawaii offers.

Best Hikes on Oahu

A serene ocean scene at sunset with two small, triangular islands in the middle distance. The sun sets between the islands, casting a golden glow across the sky and reflecting on the water's surface, creating a peaceful and picturesque atmosphere perfect for contemplating your next scuba diving adventure in Oahu.

The Best Places to Scuba Dive on Oahu

A scenic beach at sunset, with tall palm trees silhouetted against a colorful sky of pink, orange, and blue hues. A lifeguard tower stands near the beach with a few people around it. The tranquil ocean in the background makes this one of the best places to visit on Oahu.

Best Places to Visit on Oahu

Free (and Nearly Free) Things to Do on Oahu

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