History buffs flock to Oahu’s Pearl Harbor, the site of the tragic attacks that brought the United States into World War II. Filled with museums, memorials, and historic wartime artifacts, the grounds of Pearl Harbor showcase the effects of the attacks, and the aftermath that ensued, beginning with the days following the attacks, and ending with the Japanese surrender onboard the USS Missouri.
The grounds of Pearl Harbor have been updated and remodeled, giving visitors a beautiful venue to discover everything they need to know about World War II, December 7, 1941, and the warships that played a vital role in the attacks, and the war that followed. Discover all you can at the sites of Pearl Harbor on one of our popular Pearl Harbor Tours.
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center
From the time you enter the stunning Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you’ll find a plethora of information, and find out interesting facts about the role the harbor has played throughout Hawaiian history. As you explore the Visitor Center, you may even find a survivor of the attacks, posing for pictures and sharing their story. We highly encourage you to take a moment to stop and thank these heroes, and listen to what they have to say. You will not be disappointed.
USS Arizona Memorial
The centerpiece for Pearl Harbor, a visit to the memorial is a solemn reminder of the attacks, and the opportunity to pay respects to the fallen heroes. Board the memorial and look down into the remains of the battleship, where many heroes perished and remain entombed to this day.
USS Bowfin Submarine
The tight corridors of the sub are filled with interesting spaces and give you an idea of what life was like onboard the Pearl Harbor Avenger. Spring for the guided audio tour and learn all about one of the most decorated ships in US history.
USS Missouri Battleship
Perhaps the most well-known and recognized battleship in history, the Mighty Mo is amazing. With a long and storied career, the ship was the site of the Japanese surrender from World War II, and also played integral roles in US wars all the way to Desert Storm! Today the Might Mo watches over the USS Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor.
Pacific Aviation Museum and Ford Island
Walk through the aviation history of the United States at the newest Pearl Harbor museums, where authentic war planes are housed. Located on Ford Island, the museum is an old hangar and still has bullet holes from the Japanese attacks.
Don’t miss out on a Pearl Harbor tour, a must for any trip to Hawaii, whether it is your first visit or your 10th. There is so much to discover that each visit holds something new.
Due to the high volume of visitors traveling to Hawaii year round, our Oahu tours and Oahu activities sell out quickly. In many cases, tours sell out weeks or months in advance, especially our top seller Sea Life Park Luau. To ensure your spots on tour, we recommend reserving your tours today. Call our office or book online to take advantage of our low price guarantee today.
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