From shopping to shows, Waikiki always has a lot to do—day and night—for parents and kids of all ages. Discover the Waikiki magic in the easily walkable streets, or start at one of the popular places in Waikiki and see where the day leads.
1. International Market Place
Anchored by Hawaii’s first Saks Fifth Avenue, the open-air and completely remodeled International Marketplace is a world-class shopping, food, and entertainment destination with a full calendar of special events. Dining options include Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi, Herringbone, ShoreFyre, Stripsteak, and many more.
2330 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, Parking located at the intersection of Kuhio Avenue and Walina Street, shopinternationalmarketplace.com, @intlmktplace
2. Waikiki Beach Walk
With one-of-a-kind boutique shops, weekly activities, live performances, and award-winning restaurants, Waikiki Beach Walk is the place to be in the heart of Waikiki. A variety of special discounts are available by showing your military ID! Dining options include Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Roy’s Waikiki, and many others.
227 Lewers St, Honolulu, HI 96815, Located between Kalakaua Avenue and Kalia Road, waikikibeachwalk.com, @waikikibeachwalk
3. And You Creations
Book a boat tour to see dolphins, whales, or turtles. Or, dance the night away on a Waikiki party cruise with a live DJ. Looking for a longer adventure? This tour company also offers circle island food tours, Manoa Falls waterfall hikes, and Pearl Harbor tours. All tours offer a military discount and leave from Waikiki.
andyoucreations.com, @andyoucreations
4. Royal Hawaiian Center
Spot celebrities while enjoying the many restaurants and shops – from luxury brands to local boutiques. For kids, this mall is spacious with room to roam and also has a grassy area where live performances, like hula, often occur.
2201 Kalākaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815, royalhawaiiancenter.com, @royalhwnctr
5. Surf
Waikiki is known for beginner-friendly waves year-round. And for those who already know their way around a wave, there are plenty of outer reef breaks to offer a challenge – especially during summer swells.
Kaisers (park at Ala Moana Boat Harbor) is a consistent, often crowded reef break that draws both locals and tourists; beware of the shallow rocky bottom, especially during low tide. Ala Moana Bowls (park at Ala Moana Boat Harbor) is a world-class wave known for its barrel in the shallow rocky waters; also, many surf contests are held here. Threes (park in the Fort DeRussy lot and paddle out to the right of Hale Koa Hotel) is a right and left, long break that is not as crowded due to the long paddle out. Queens (immediately past the Duke statue) is a consistent right-and-left fun wave, which hosts professionals to beginners, and is fun for longboarding.
6. Kaimana Beach
Looking to get away from the crowds? Kaimana Beach is a clean beach near the long-closed Natatorium. The park is more peaceful than central Waikiki beaches and attracts local residents for BBQs on the weekends. Need some sustenance? Kaimana Beach Hotel borders the beach and has a bar in the lobby. Or advance to the upscale restaurant, Hau Tree, that overlooks the beach.
