Oahu is a travelers dream. A tropical paradise filled with fun things to do, the island welcomes visitors from around the world with inviting beaches, the culture of the Hawaiian Islands, and everything that makes Hawaii special. When you arrive on Oahu, you’re met with some of the most famous sites in Hawaii and one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country. Before you head off on your fun-filled vacation, take some time to learn a little about your destination with these Oahu fun facts.
Here are fun facts about Oahu that you should know before your vacation starts:
- Oahu is where you will find most of the state’s population, with about 75% of the state’s population calling the island home.
- The state’s capital is Honolulu and found on Oahu.
- Throughout the historic downtown district are sites that have been standing since the days when royalty ruled Hawaii.
- The South Shore of the island features incredible sightseeing, including the Halona Blowhole, scenic island lookouts, extinct volcanoes, and so much more.
- Throughout Waikiki, there are approximately 100 hotels.
- If you’re navigating the islands on your own, there are 3 main freeways in Hawaii: the H1, H2, and H3.
- Oahu’s North Shore is one of the most famous surf locations in the world and hosts some of the most competitive surf competitions.
- The Polynesian Cultural Center is located on the North Shore in the town of La’ie.
- Each year, Oahu’s Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach are recognized as two of the best beaches in the country.
- Pearl Harbor is home to retired battleships and vessels that served in World War II and many wars that followed.
- Oahu’s iconic Diamond Head Crater is one of the most recognized sites and will be a constant site during your trip.
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 at Sea Life Park. 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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