The best family-friendly activities in Oahu for parents and kids (Updated August 2026)

Oahu, USA
Best Waikiki Whale Watching in Honolulu: Whales Guaranteed

Guaranteed whale sightings* Spacious and modern Trimaran with unobstructed open air views as well as ample seating and shade on board. Knowledgeable staff with plenty...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.7 (242)
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$79
Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Tour

On this tour visit the site of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor. One of our nation's most tragic sites of honor and sacrifice. You...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (309)
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$51.45
Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal

This local operator offers great airport shuttle service to Honolulu International Airport, with their professional drivers and new model vehicles. Pre-booked reservations help them ensure...

20 to 40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
20 to 40 minutesHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
20 to 40 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.5 (568)
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$17.50
Surfing Lesson Open Group

Experience the thrill of catching a wave on Oahu’s North Shore, known worldwide as a surfing mecca. Head to Haleiwa and learn the basics from...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (105)
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$157.84
Honolulu's Walking Food Tour
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Enjoy culinary delights while we sample the best of Oahu's south shore lunch options. Join us and explore Diamond Head. Recognized by its iconic silhouette,...

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation
1 to 2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (29)
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$159
Dolphin Watch Cruise with Waterslide & Snorkeling on Oahu

Our double-decker boat, Poseidon, offers multiple viewing angles for spotting dolphins during your Oahu dolphin watching cruise! Once we reach the snorkeling location, enjoy our...

3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (159)
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$179
Oahu Northshore Island Tour

Experience the best of Oahu's North Shore with a tour designed to show you everything the island has to offer. At True Island Tours, our...

7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.6 (248)
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$179
Private USS Arizona and USS Missouri Pearl Harbor Tour

We are committed to providing the best possible service to our customers by offering only personalized experiences to small groups. During this tour you will...

6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (100)
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$225
Oahu Private Surfing Lesson

Private Surfing Lessons are exclusively one student with one dedicated surf instructor. Great for young children and people who want or need extra attention. All...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
4.9 (114)
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$226.86
Skip the Crowds: Secret Oahu Half Circle Tour with a Local

This Half Circle Island Tour is a flexible, go-at-your-own-pace adventure that takes you to some of Oahu’s most iconic landmarks and scenic lookouts. Experience the...

4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (65)
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$187.43
North Shore Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Soak up the lush landscape of Oahu’s North Shore on a stand-up paddleboard (SUP). During a 2-hour lesson, suitable for beginner paddlers, you’ll receive instruction...

2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hoursFree Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$80.13
Pearl Harbor & Mini Circle Island Tour from Waikiki

Make the most of your time on the island by combining the top destinations and attractions on Oahu into one fun-filled day of sightseeing. You...

9 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
9 to 10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (98)
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$157.74
Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor & Honolulu City Tour from Kauai

Take this tour to visit the USS Arizona Memorial and Visitor Center at Pearl Harbor. After you spent a morning at Pearl Harbor, we will...

5 to 6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
5 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (83)
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$399.99
Moana’s Waikīkī Whale Watching Exploration
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Cruise the Waikiki coast in the comfort of the Moana catamaran, at 55 feet long and 30 feet wide our large base makes this one...

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.6 (47)
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$154.99
waikiki Gondola Cruise with free flower lei, drinks & pastries

Not looking for another Luau, but you are looking for fun and One of the Best things to do in waikiki........ Waikiki is known for...

45 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
45 to 60 minutesFree Cancellation
45 to 60 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (84)
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$137.50
Full-Day Circle Island Guided Tour of Oahu
Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out

Experience the best of the island in a full-day tour with us. This tour is perfect for first-timers visiting the island as it allows you...

8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hoursHotel pickup offeredFree Cancellation
8 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (20)
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$199
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