Honolulu's Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

3 Reviews |

Recommended by 100% of reviewers

| Oahu, USA

1 to 2 hours (approx.)

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Offered in: English

Overview

The surf’s always up with this self-guided walking tour of the Waikiki neighborhood of Honolulu! Stroll along the shimmering sand of Waikiki Beach and take in the vibrancy of Hawaii's famed shoreline. Along the way, you’ll uncover Waikiki’s surfing legacy and follow the riveting life story of Duke Kahanamoku, the man who spread surfing around the world! Plus, find a murder mystery at Waikiki’s first hotel, learn about Hawaiian royalty, and so much more.

After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone

Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Kalākaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Waikiki Wall
Honolulu, HI 96815, USA

This tour will end at Waikiki Walkway, Waikiki Wall, Honolulu, HI 96815.

What To Expect

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Battery Randolph (pass by)

This hunk of concrete goes all the way back to 1904, when President Taft demanded that a “Ring of Steel'' be built around Hawaii’s coast to protect it from attacking battleships.NOTE: The tour is over 14 miles long, with more than 45+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete.New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

Kavehevehe

Deeper blues surround a strip of light blue, where the bottom of the ocean is a clean slate of sand. This marks one of the four ancient healing sites in Waikiki.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bali Oceanfront

These waters have been the lifesource of the Hawaiian people since ancient Polynesians first settled here between 400 and 1100 CE.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Princess Kaiulani Statue

Waikiki has seen plenty of famous figures, but one of its most beloved was Hawaii’s last heir to the throne, Princess Kaiulani.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon

When Princess Ka’iulani passed in 1899, another Hawaiian hero began to rise in her stead. He was Duke Kahanamoku, the surfing legend of Hawaii. His story begins in the shadows of the palm trees - or rather, on the crest of a breaker in the distance.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Hawaiian Center (pass by)

One of Hawaii’s most iconic landmarks, this hotel debuted in 1927. Since then it’s hosted celebrities like Marilyn Monroe, presidents like Franklin Roosevelt, and legendary Waterman Duke Kahanamoku himself!

Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach

Built in 1901, the Moana featured the first electric-powered elevator in Hawaii, which is still in use today! But it’s more famous as the site of one of America’s greatest unsolved mysteries: The murder of Jane Stanford.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duke Paoa Kahanamoku Statue (pass by)

In the early 1900s, most people had never seen anyone surf. And then here came one of the greatest surfers of all time to show them how it was done! Nearly everyone who watched Duke surf immediately wanted a piece of the action. Duke kicked off a surfing fever that swept across the world!

Kuhio Beach Hula Show

We’re approaching Kuhio Beach, one of the best beaches in town. Doesn’t this spot seem perfect for relaxing? If you’re into snorkeling or bodyboarding, this is the spot to do it! With both sides of this beach enclosed by concrete walls that stretch into the ocean, it’s also a calm wading pool for families with children.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Statue "Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole" (pass by)

This is Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana’ole, the youngest son of a high Hawaiian priest. He lived in a home on this very spot in Waikiki with his wife, princess Elizabeth Kahanu.

Waikiki Wall

Off to our right stands the Waikiki Wall. At first glance, this concrete wall kind of looks out of place sitting in this tropical paradise. But the walls have been here for so long, they’ve become part of the scenery.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalākaua Avenue

By the time Duke retired from the Olympics in 1932, he’d earned three gold and two silver medals. Later, he fought in World War II, served multiple terms as Sheriff of Honolulu, and did so much more to bring fame and honor to Hawaii.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Makua and Kila Statue

This statue is “Makua and Kila,” a young surfer and his unlikely friend: A Hawaiian monk seal. Greet them with aloha! They’re always glad to see visitors. They’ve been sending aloha to folks like you since they first came to this beach.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Waikiki Walkway

The spirit of Duke and everything he stood for is alive and well in Waikiki. People surf and swim. They laugh and love. And until his death in 1968, all Duke hoped was that these things would live on.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you

Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
For the best experience, bring headphones/earbuds for your walking tour.
For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
Tsunami Warning: Due to a massive earthquake in the Pacific Ocean, a Tsunami Warning has been issued for Hawaii. For the most up-to-date information, visit: tsunami.gov.
Your password can be used on the same number of devices as travelers booked. Enter the same password on each device.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Honolulu’s Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-259665P28

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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Hawaii customers.

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Honolulu’s Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour?

A:

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (HST).

Apr 2025

Q: What's included in the price?

A:

The following is included:

Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!.
Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!.
Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!.
Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!.
Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!.
Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone.

The following is NOT included:

Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations.

Apr 2025

Q: What is the minimum age for this activity?

A:

The minimum age to participate is 5..

Apr 2025

Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?

A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025

Q: Is this an accessible activity?

A:

Accessibility information for the Honolulu's Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour is as follows:

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Apr 2025

Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?

A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Honolulu’s Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Hawaii. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

Mar 2024