12 days in Honolulu Itinerary

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

Escape the urban bustle at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and Sunset Beach Park. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Waikiki Beach and Waimea Bay. Change things up with these side-trips from Honolulu: Polynesian Cultural Center (in Laie), Haleiwa Beach Park (in Haleiwa) and Kailua (Kailua Beach Park & Lanikai Beach). The adventure continues: appreciate the history behind USS Arizona Memorial, get to know the fascinating history of Makapuu Lighthouse Trail, enjoy the sand and surf at Ala Moana Beach Park, and go for a walk through Diamond Head State Monument.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Honolulu road trip website .

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major airports are Daniel K Inouye International Airport and Kahului Airport. In January, daily temperatures in Honolulu can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can travel back home.