Learn about Hawaiian Royalty, the first Missionaries, Hawai'i Five-0, the Kingdom of Hawaii, Elvis Presley, and much more. We start at the Kamehameha Statue and head toward Kawaiaha'o Church and the Mission Houses Museum. From there we walk to the first Catholic Cemetery and then the Neal S. Blaisdell Center where the Statue of Elvis Presley is located. Then Thomas Square Park to learn about Kamehameha III who is responsible for Hawai'i being the first non-Western sovereign Country in the World. He also created the Honolulu Police Department on our walk toward Queen Lili'uokalaniʻs private residence. Afterward, you will see Saint Andrewʻs Cathedral and Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace as we head towards the Padre Monument and the oldest Chinatown in the United States. You will see the oldest bar in Honolulu and can visit Sailor Jerryʻs tattoo shop on the way to Maunakea Marketplace. Then itʻs on to Aloha Tower, the State Capitol, and our finale behind 'Iolani Palace.

Ride along Lake Tahoe’s North Shore during this self-guided bike tour
Move at your own pace and stop wherever and whenever you want
This rental includes a map, handlebar bag, helmet, and lock for convenience
All equipment is sanitized before your rental for health and safety

What To Expect

King Kamehameha Statue

Begin the Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour at the Kamehameha Statue at Ali’iolani Hale across from ‘Iolani Palace. You will recognize the area if you are Hawai’i Five-0 fans.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ali’iolani Hale

Ali’iolani Hale is the Supreme Court building in Hawai’i and was featured as the headquarters in the television show Hawai’i Five-0. The building also houses a free judiciary museum to visit.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

King Lunalilo Mausoleum

See the Mausoleum for King William Charles Lunalilo or “the Peoples King” on the grounds of Kawaiaha’o Church and Cemetery. Located near Ali’iolani Hale and the ‘Iolani Palace.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kawaiahao Church

See the first Church on the island of O’ahu where Hawaiian Royalty like Queenʻs Ka’ahumanu and Keopūolani were baptized. There is also a fountain representing the springs which gave the Church itʻs name.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Honolulu Hale (City Hall)

View the building where the City and County of Honolulu conducts business. It is across the street from Kawaiaha’o Church near Ali’iolani Hale and ‘Iolani Palace.
• Admission Ticket Free

Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives

Pass by the Mission Houses Museum with an option to stop and visit. Learn about the first Missionary Company in Hawai’i from New England whose descendants would overthrow the Hawaiian Monarchy.
• Admission Ticket Free

Neal S. Blaisdell Center

Opportunity to see the Elvis Presley Statue located at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center in Downtown Honolulu. It is where he performed the first live satellite televised concert “Aloha From Hawai’i.”
• Admission Ticket Free

Thomas Square

Visit Thomas Square Park where the statue of Kauikeaouli, or Kamehameha III, is located. This park is the site where the Hawaiian Monarchy had their sovereignty restored in an event marked by Lā Ho’iho’i Ea, or Restoration Day.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Honolulu Museum of Art

Opportunity to pause the tour and visit the Honolulu Museum of Art near Thomas Square Park and Downtown. They have art collections from across the Pacific Ocean as well as the Doris Duke Theater and Estate Tour.
• Admission Ticket Free

Honolulu’s Police Department Museum

View the Honolulu Police Department Museum and the real “Hawai’i Five-0” Headquarters. There is also a Law Enforcement Memorial on the complex by the Nagasaki Peace Bell.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nagasaki Peace Bell

The Peace Bell was given to the City of Honolulu by the survivors of the Nagasaki Atomic attacks in World War 2 as a gesture of reconciliation.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Eternal Flame Memorial

Dedicated to the people of Hawai’i who have sacrificed their lives for the United States. The Eternal Flame is located across from the State Capital, near Queen Lili’uokalaniʻs Private Residence, with a view of the Punchbowl Crater.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Washington Place

See the private residence of Queen Lili’uokalani called “Washington Place.” It was built by her Father in Law before he disappeared and operated as a boarding house by her Mother in Law.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Andrew’s Cathedral

Commissioned by Alexander Liholiho (Kamehameha IV) and his wife Queen Emma, this Anglican Church was inspired by the Gothic chapels in England. Queen Emma and British Queen Victoria were close personal friends.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace

See where relicʻs of Hawai’iʻs two saints, Father Damien and Sister Marry Anne Cope, rest today at the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace near Chinatown in Honolulu, Hawaii.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Roman Catholic Diocese Of Honolulu

Learn about the history of the Catholic Church in Hawai’i. You will see a Catholic Cemetery, hear about early converts and tribulations, their impact on the Kalaupapa Leapor Colonies, and more.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

Explore what is considered as the oldest Chinatown in the Nation during this Downtown Honolulu GPS-Guided Walking Tour. Hear the stories, sample the flavors, and smell the smells from this famous district.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hawaii Theatre Center

Learn about the history of the Hawai’i Theater in Chinatown from the Great Depression to the present. If you have reservations, you can pause the tour, enjoy the show and resume when you are ready.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Park

Visit the park named in honor of Dr. Sun Yat-sen, a son of Chinese farmers who immigrated to the Kingdom of Hawai’i with his brother to work the sugar cane plantations. He would become known as the Father of the Chinese Revolution.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Maunakea Market Place

When we get to Maunakea Street in Chinatown guests have the opportunity to pause the tour and explore the Marketplace. This area has great restaurants, art galleries, lei stands, fresh produce, and much more.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Walker Park

After leaving the statue of Hawaiian Patriot Robert Wilcox at the Fort Street Mall we will visit a park named after people who overthrew the sovereign Government in the islands.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Aloha Tower Marketplace

See where the USS Boston docked to overthrow the Kingdom, learn about the Hospitality Industry, and even see tropical fish. You can pause the tour to head into the tower or enjoy one of the restaurants and resume when you are finished.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dillingham Transportation Building

Learn the history of the family that the Dillingham Transportation Building in Downtown Honolulu, Hawai’i is named for. It is located on Bishop Street as we leave Aloha Tower Marketplace.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hale Koa: Iolani Barracks

See the Hale Koa or Warrior House at ‘Iolani Palace. The former barracks of the Royal Hawaiian Guard now houses a gift shop where you begin the tour of the Palace.
• Admission Ticket Free

Hawaii State Capitol

Visit the Hawai’i State Capital and see the Father Damien Statue, State Seal, Aquarius Mural and hear about the two saints from these islands.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queen Liliuokalani Statue

See the Statue of Queen Lili’uokalani located between the Hawai’i State Capitol and ‘Iolani Palace in Downtown Honolulu. You will hear a bit about her story and hear a song she composed during this tour.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Iolani Palace

We end this tour behind ‘Iolani Palace at the Queen Lili’uokalani Statue but highly recommend you tour the Royal Residence before, during, or after this GPS-guided walking tour of Downtown Honolulu. Please make any reservations for the Palace Tour in advance and plan your route accordingly. But if the grounds are open, you can also walk around the outside for free.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

Include

Tour Code to Redeem on VoiceMap Mobile Application
Audio Narration by Professional Local Guide
GPS Guided with Turn-by-Turn Instructions

Exclude

Food, Drinks
This is a SELF-GUIDED GPS-led audio tour