Pearl Harbor tours range from self-guided admission tickets to comprehensive full-day packages with hotel pickup from Waikiki. The right tour depends on which sites you want to see, how much time you have, and whether you prefer a guided narrative or self-paced exploration.
| Tour | Sites Included | Duration | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day at Pearl Harbor | USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, USS Bowfin, Aviation Museum | 7 to 9 hours | First-time visitors who want all four sites in one day |
| Ultimate Pearl Harbor Tour | USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, Aviation Museum | 6 to 8 hours | Visitors interested in World War II history without the submarine |
| Royal Star Pearl Harbor Guided Tour | USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri | 5 to 6 hours | Most popular guided option; balance of depth and time |
| Premium Pearl Harbor Tour with Lunch | USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, Aviation Museum Control Tower, lunch included | 10 to 11 hours | Travelers who want a full-service experience with meals |
| Passport to Pearl Harbor | Official admission to USS Missouri, USS Bowfin, Aviation Museum (Arizona Memorial reservation separate) | Self-paced | Self-drive visitors who set their own schedule |
| Budget-Friendly Pearl Harbor Shuttle | USS Arizona Memorial only, with reserved tickets | 4 to 5 hours | Travelers on a tight budget or short on time |
USS Arizona Memorial reservations open 60 days ahead via Recreation.gov and the most-requested time slots fill within minutes. Guided tours from Waikiki sell out 1 to 2 weeks ahead in summer. For peak seasons (June through August, December), book at least 30 days in advance.
A fantastic representation to this event of the past. An opportunity to pay your respects to those who lost their lives.
We had such a great tour. Our bus driver was outstanding and made the ride fun and informative! Enjoyed learning more about the events in Pearl Harbor, and thoroughly enjoyed touring the Missouri. Highly recommend!
Overall, this is an excellent option for anyone wanting an easy, affordable, and meaningful visit to Pearl Harbor.
This was a very memorable and educational experience as well as emotional and meaningful, and we appreciated learning more about the history surrounding Pearl Harbor.
Visiting the Arizona Memorial was very moving and educational, and the guides shared a lot of interesting history throughout the tour
I went to Pearl Harbor and it was a really interesting place to visit, but there were some parts I liked more than others.
My favorite part was the airplane area. We went to the Top of the Tower (paid extra $10.00 ) an... more