Honolulu sunsets are the best way to experience romance in Oahu.
After a busy day of sightseeing, many couples find themselves scrambling for the perfect place to catch that famous Hawaiian sunset.
Don’t just pick any old spot on the beach, however...
The following locations are the ideal spots to enjoy a perfect Honolulu sunset:
Diamond Head
A 1 ½ mile round-trip hike will take you to the summit of the legendary Diamond Head State Monument.
This crater was formed during a single explosion from the dormant volcano it now resides on. It has become one of the most visited landmarks in Honolulu and is the ideal location for a sunset viewing.
Reaching an astounding height of 760 feet, Diamond Head provides visitors a 360-degree view of the Honolulu coast. Not only does the monument offer lush landscape and an array of interesting features, including one of the most well-known lighthouses in the Pacific, but it also offers an elevated viewpoint of the cerulean blue Honolulu sea.
From Diamond Head, you will be gifted with one of the most extraordinary sunset experiences in all of Hawaii.
2. Waikiki Beach
Voted one of the top 5 places to watch the sunset in Hawaii, Waikiki Beach offers visitors one of the most impeccable sunsets they’ll ever see.
During the daytime, Waikiki Beach becomes crowded with tourists, surfers, swimmers, and families.
But at night, the atmosphere changes and becomes more subdued.
This is the perfect time to watch the sunset.
And if you want to make a great sunset even better, dine out - Waikiki is home to restaurants that offer the perfect viewing spots.
Here are just a few popular places to choose from:
- Duke’s Waikiki
- The House Without a Key
- Rumrunners
- Halekulani Hotel
If you get lucky and the conditions are right, you might even catch a glimpse of the famous emerald-green flash that often comes with a Waikiki sunset.
3. Ala Moana Beach Park & the Magic Island
Ala Moana Beach Park is a favorite local beach amongst tourists and residents alike.
It’s the perfect place to spend some time lounging around before the sun begins to set - not only are the sunsets gorgeous, it’s a cheaper option than dining out.
A great spot for activities, like:
- Picnics
- Barbecues
- Playing Frisbee & other sports
When it’s almost time for the sunset, you’ll want to move onto Magic Island - a small man-made peninsula that’s directly connected to the rest of Ala Moana.
This area has benches set up that offer unforgettable sunset views and a romantic place to spend some quiet time with your loved one.
Another great option for grand sunset views in Honolulu is to consider one of the unbeatable dinner cruises that depart nightly.
Wherever and however you take in the Honolulu sunset, it’s sure to be one of the most romantic experiences of your life.
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