Oahu: Pearl Harbor Battleship & Helicopter Tour
Nuuanu - Punchbowl Honolulu, Hawaii
See all of Pearl Harbor and Honolulu from the ground and the sky. This tour combines the most popular stops at Pearl Harbor with a 45-minute helicopter tour of Oahu.
Overview
This full-day tour in Honolulu, Oahu, combines visits to Pearl Harbor landmarks and a 45-minute helicopter flight suitable for history enthusiasts and aerial sightseeing fans.
Highlights
- Visit the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and Arizona Memorial
- Explore the Battleship Missouri ('Mighty Mo')
- Enjoy a 45-minute Circle Island Helicopter Tour
Description
Begin your day at the Arizona Memorial, the white structure spanning the sunken battleship that sank on December 7, 1941, now a national monument and final resting place for thousands of US servicemen.
Explore the Visitor Center’s grounds and museums before and after your boat ride across the harbor. Next, visit the Battleship Missouri, where the official surrender of Japan in World War II took place. The ship’s large decks and interior provide extensive areas to explore.
After the historic tours, head to the airport for a helicopter city tour of Honolulu. Fly over Pearl Harbor to see the Arizona Memorial from above, then continue over the National Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl Crater, Downtown Honolulu, Waikiki, and Diamond Head.
Schedule (Approximate, subject to change)
- 7:30 AM - Pickup from Waikiki hotels
- 8:15 AM - Arrive at Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
- 9:00 AM - Watch a documentary film
- 9:30 AM - Boat to Arizona Memorial
- 10:15 AM - Guided museum and exhibit tour
- 11:15 AM - Transfer to Ford Island
- 11:30 AM - Explore Battleship Missouri
- 1:00 PM - Break for food and refreshments
- 2:00 PM - Depart Ford Island
- 2:30 PM - Helicopter check-in
- 3:00 PM - 45-minute helicopter flight over Oahu
- 5:00 PM - Return to Waikiki hotels or condos
Please note pickup locations may vary but will be within a 5-minute walk from your hotel.
Includes
- Pearl Harbor Visitor Center admission
- Boat ride to Arizona Memorial
- Entry and guided tour of Battleship Missouri
- 45-minute helicopter tour of Oahu
- Pickup and return to Waikiki accommodations
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Reserve your spot in advance to secure preferred pickup times. Bring a camera, sun protection, and comfortable shoes. Morning tours offer calmer waters and clearer skies for helicopter views.
