Quick Stops Around Oahu

By: Hawaii Tours
Date: June 04, 2020 

With so many sites to see and things to do during a Hawaii group vacation, there are bound to be activities that you can’t spend a ton of time at. Luckily, many stops and sites around Hawaii are quick detours that can be combined with other fun activities, or stops made during a drive to one are of the island or another. For those traveling with a large group, finding the time to visit some of these sites becomes more difficult, but we’re here to help. We’ve selected a few quick stops around Oahu that you can  during your trip to Oahu, easily combined with top tours and activities to maximize your time during your Hawaii group vacation.

Dole Pineapple Plantation
This is a perfect stop during a trip to the North Shore. After a long drive (long by Hawaii standards), you’ll want to stretch your legs and grab a snack, and Dole is just the place to do so. Explore the gift shop and grab delicious pineapple treats, take a train ride around the plantation grounds, and even navigate the largest outdoor maze, discovering native plants and a variety of pineapple species during your time at the Dole Pineapple Plantation.

North Shore Beaches
Some choose to head to the North Shore for an entire day, and that is certainly a great idea. When you head to this part of the island, you can stop at the previously mentioned Dole Pineapple Plantation before arriving at the most famous beaches in Hawaii. Spend a few hours exploring the North Shore, spend some time in Haleiwa, enjoy the famous surf beaches Waimea Bay, Banzai Pipeline, and Sunset Beach, and you can even add on a luau for your group at the Polynesian Cultural Center, creating a fun day for your group.

Scenic Lookout Points
As you drive around the island, you’ll find that there are a ton of scenic lookout points, ranging from panoramic views of the Windward Coast at the Pali Lookout, to roadside lookout points of beaches and offshore islets. These stops are typically pretty short and provide great opportunities for pictures.

Downtown Honolulu
Located a short distance from Waikiki Beach, downtown Honolulu is the bustling city center of the island. Throughout the downtown district are incredibly beautiful structures and buildings, some that date all the way back to the days of Hawaiian monarchy and are still in use today. See the Iolani Palace, Ali’iolani Hale, Kawaihao Church and many more important places around downtown Honolulu.

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 Aloha Kai 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.