Page 24) Things to Do in North Shore in 2025 – Tours & Activities | HawaiiActivities.com

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Find out more here

All Reviews for Dinner Experiences in Oahu in North Shore

Overall Rating

4.72 4.72 / 5

Reviews

770 reviews

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Center

Reviewed by: Tim

The location is very clean and organized. We returned to the Polynesian Culter Center because of the fun and knowledge we came away with in our first trip there in 2006. We didn't get to view the complete park our first time do to its size. The weather was a chanllege this time and we saw less of the activites than before. Our tour guide was not up to all the knowledge needed to lead our group, she had been only a tour guide for three weeks. For the price and knowledge you wanted to gather fell far short.

The luau dinner was great and the final show was also a great performance! The effort the culter center puts out to make you feel at home, I would recommended it to anyone.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/09/29

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: Brenda

Very interesting learning abouth the other islands. Everyone should make a trip there. Great food at the luau. Great Horizon night show.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2008/09/22

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Excellent tour guide. Made trip enjoyable and informative while being very helpful.
The PCC itself was very educational with presentations and shows excellent. Not really a luau, but more of a buffet. Food was just OK, with some things excellent and others not so good.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/09/19

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Sue

This was our first time and we really had a good time, the last show was great, the only thing we were not real fond of was the luau dinner, very simple and I wanted to really see how the pig was cooked in the sand. Dinner was not very good. The people there were very very nice to work with. Our driver Chris was also very nice and gave us a lot of information while on the drive.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/09/14

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Wow

Reviewed by: Aussie Mel

Would recommend this tour to everyone we had a ball of a time a special thanks to Cousin Leon for making our day special.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2008/09/10

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

What a Treat!!!

Reviewed by: Eddy

I was VERY impressed with our tour to the Polynesian Cultural Center. From the pick up in Waikiki, lunch, tour of the 5 island groups, dinner, the evening show and the return to Waikiki, all was done perfectly. This tour is definitely a MUST to learn more about the Polynesian Culture!!!

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/09/09

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: Bill

This was our second time to the Polynesian Cultural Center, and we still found it highly entertaining and informative.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/09/08

乗馬体験(0.5~2時間) 2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫!<ガンストック牧場/現地集合>

Even small children can ride horses. 小さな子供でも乗馬できます

Reviewed by: hide

I participated this time with three children aged 7, 5, and 3. I searched for various options to let the kids try horseback riding, but most places required participants to be over 10 years old. However, I found one that offered "Keiki (children) horseback riding" and decided to join.

At first, I thought they would be riding small ponies, but in reality, they rode regular horses. The three of them had some experience with ponies, but this was their first time on regular horses.

Two staff members from the ranch accompanied us with three horses, holding the reins as we enjoyed horseback riding for over 30 minutes across the vast ranch.

We didn't just go around in circles; we also climbed up a hill to see other horses in the pasture and even spotted a newborn foal, making for a fun time.

The kids seemed to have a great time and expressed their desire to ride again.

I understand that regular horseback riding tours are for ages 7 and up, so I would like to participate in a tour again in a few years.

Although Japanese is not spoken, I think participating itself is not an issue.

今回7才5才3才の3人の子供連れで参加しました。
子供たちに乗馬をさせてやりたいと色々と探しましたが、だいたいのところは10歳以上という中で唯一「ケイキ(子供)乗馬」というのを見つけて、参加しました。

最初はポニーのような小さい馬かなと思っていましたが、実際は普通の馬で、3人ともポニーは何度か経験がありましたが、普通の馬は初めてでした。

3頭の馬に牧場のスタッフが二人付いてくれて、手綱をもって広大な牧場を30分以上にわたって乗馬を楽しみました。

サークルの中をグルグル回るだけでなく、けっこう岡の上まで上って他の馬の放牧場を見たり生まれたばかりの子馬を見たりと楽しい時間でした。

子供たちもまた乗馬をしたいと、大変楽しかったようです。

普通の乗馬ツアーは7歳以上とのことでしたので、また数年後にツアーに参加したいと思います。

日本語は通じませんが、参加自体は問題ないと思います。

Translated by OpenAI
Show original Translate
Helpful 1
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/09/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

WOW

Reviewed by: allspicedlh

Great time had by all. Tour guide Milo was terrific and upbeat. Very knowledgeable about the Islands and cultures. Food was delicious and thank goodness for the children's buffet since we were with a very picky eater. Thank you for a great memory.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/08/27

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

extremely unique and informative

Reviewed by: C. White

The whole evening was very imformative. From finding out that the very program itself helps educates our young to learning about other places around the world. I have no doubt that the program has and will continue to offer a very unique learning experience for those that are at BYU and to those that attend the Polynesian Cultural Center for entertainment. All the work that was put into the shows to make them both unique and entertaining comes out in every aspect of the center itself. As we will be living here for at least the next 3 years, when we have guests it will be one of the features of Oahu that I recommend.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/08/18

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We really had a great time at the center and learned a great deal. You really need to get a guide to get the most information on each village and so you don't end up going in circles or getting lost in the center. The guide keeps you on track and know when the shows are scheduled and the best places to sit. The food was exceptional. Our seats were in the sun and we wish we could have sat in the shade....that was our only complaint. The sun didn't stay up long and we soon forgot about it. Overall we had a really great time and would do it again!

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/07/22

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Time!

Reviewed by: BMcGinnis

Cousin Henry (our driver and guide) was fantastic! He made the trip. Very informative, and spoke from experience. Food was good, not amazing, but plentiful. Evening show took awhile to get interesting, but then look out! Fire show was incredible. Don't miss the demonstrations before the luau!! We thought the cost was a little pricy, but the experience was just wonderful.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/07/22

乗馬体験(0.5~2時間) 2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫!<ガンストック牧場/現地集合>

Gunstock Ranch ガンストック牧場

Reviewed by: michiru

I participated in the advanced course at Gunstock Ranch with my sister. If you're coming from Waikiki, I think it's easy to aim for the Polynesian Cultural Center as a landmark.

We were asked how much experience we had riding horses, and after doing some trotting in the circle, we set off. After walking along the mountain path, we suddenly broke into a canter through the woods. When the lead horse, Sara, started running, my horse quickly followed suit, and my sister's horse behind me joined in as well.

We ran quite a bit. It was my first time cantering in Western style, and I was a bit worried, but it turned out to be quite easy even with the long stirrups. It felt really good.

While observing the condition of the trail, we then trotted up and down the hills. At the top, Sara picked some guava fruit for us and took some pictures. The descent offered beautiful scenery, so we leisurely walked.

The weather was great, and it was a very fulfilling hour. If I have the chance, I would love to visit Gunstock Ranch again.

ガンストック牧場上級者コースに妹と参加してきました。
 ワイキキから行く場合、とりあえずポリネシアカルチャーセンターを目指して行くとわかりやすいと思います。
 どれくらい馬に乗っているかを尋ねられ、サークル内で速歩などをして、いざ出発。
 山道をてくてく進んだ後、木立の中をいきなり駈歩です。
 先頭のサラが走ると、私の馬もすぐに駈歩。私の後ろの妹の馬も一緒に走ります。
 結構走りました。ウエスタンの駈歩は初めてで、少し心配しましたが、長い鐙でも走りやすいものなんですね。すごく気持ちよかったです。
 道の状態を見ながら、後は速歩で坂道を上ったり下ったり。
 頂上では、サラがグアバの実を取ってくれて、写真も撮ってくれました。
 下りは景色がいいので、のんびり常歩です。
 お天気も良く、とても充実した1時間でした。また機会があれば、もう一度ガンストック牧場を訪れたいです。 

Translated by OpenAI
Show original Translate
Helpful 1
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/07/09

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Show

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I would definately recommend the twilight package. Some of the villages are closed and there is not enough time to do EVERYTHING there is to do, but I could not see staying there all day. The best part is the Horizon's night show; this is FANTASTIC and definately worth it. I feel that the cost is a little high, but it's vacation and this an experience you won't get elsewhere.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/07/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Ala Luau at Polynesian Cultural Ctr

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

This was our second time and again thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Food was good. Staff/students were quite helpful and the performers were certainly talented. Our driver was prompt, knowledgeable and went out of his way to be attentive. We definitely recommend this to families of all ages.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/07/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Average Experience

Reviewed by: Rick

My wife and I were disappointed with the buffet that was served. We were expecting traditional Hawaiian food like Kalua pig - but ended up with chicken. On a more positive note, the Polynesian dancing was good.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/06/25

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

The Best Day!

Reviewed by: Mary & Ron

We, cannot stop talking about our day. Our guide Melody was more than wonderful. We enjoyed her tremendously,she was so knowledgable it was amazing. Everyone should visit this location. Everyone was friendly and nice.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/06/25

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Luau

Reviewed by: Jose Mendoza

This has been our third luau. We have been to a luau in Kona and the Old Lahaina Luau. This year my family and I decided to attend the luau at the Polynesian center since we had heard so much of it. Unfortunately, we were not impressed and actually disappointed. We were treated better at the other two luau's, such as free alcohol drinks and hospitality overall. Your dinner was good, and the waitress attended us well. We were disappoin- ted with the show. I felt I was watching a Las Vegas show and not a cultural, narrative, Polynesian history show. My family and I love to see the grass skirt dances and you had very little of it. We also did not like the auditorium ambiance and everyone running to get ice cream.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/06/16

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Reliving the past

Reviewed by: jd

This was quite an experience of seeing how life in the islands would have been like. It is quite different than life today.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/05/30

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Must Do

Reviewed by: Alan C.

Awesome, we are from New Zealand and the Horizons show certainly made us proud to be part of Polynesia

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/05/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

THE BEST VALUE ON THE ISLAND!

Reviewed by: Richard

I had returned after twenty five years and the Center was as good as ever! My traveling companion was visiting for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed the day, luau and show. A great day recommended for all visitors to the island of Oahu.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/05/13

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Mrs

Reviewed by: Geraldine Robinson

A wonderful day - our second visit - and should not be missed. Entertaining & informative. The "Horizons" show is fantastic, particularly the Fire Dance.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/05/11

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

A very good event to go to. Good food, good show and hundrreds of your closest friends

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/05/07

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Geared towards the older crowd

Reviewed by: LL

I was told this was the most authentic luau on Oahu. The actually dinner was a bit crowded and the stage show was too loud and pretty boring. The buffet offered a variety of dishes but I had to eat from the kids side because that menu only offered the vegetarian option that actually had nutritional value.
When booking this trip it would have been nice to know up front that the cultural center was run by mormons so therefore there was no alcohol or caffeine available. The night show was worth seeing...very well done...just as good as a play in NYC.
Our driver picked us up 15 minutes late then proceeded to wait another 20 for 2 people who were on the list and were not there yet. Because of this we were unable to get the tour of the center that we paid for and they would not issue us tickets to come again some other day. If I could do it all over again I would go the full day, pack food and see the evening show. Probably rent a car and take a break down the street on the beach.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2008/04/17

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

great!

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Good!

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/04/16

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Untitled

Reviewed by: Melinda Hulett, Arkansas

Nice activity for all ages.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/03/29

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

PCC

Reviewed by: lsg family

This is definately educational for the kids. We had a great time...the show was great.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/03/25

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Culture Center

Reviewed by: Joni Giacomino

This experience was wonderful and educational. Our tour guide Mon was fantastic and very informative. He took extra time with my 7 year old and encouraged her to participate in activities. The Horizon show was spectacular. I can't wait to go back to Hawaii to visit the center again.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/03/24

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

PCC

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Great activity for the family. Entertained the kids (7 and 10) as well as the adults.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2008/03/23

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

March 2008

Reviewed by: Terry Gordon

Exceeded our expectations. Never a dull moment from twelve noon to the end of the show. Be sure you get a guide. The guest-participation activities were a particular treat -- spear-throwing, poi ball twirling, drums, it was all great fun. And the evening show was truly spectacular. This was well worth the money and well worth the trip to the North side of the island.

Helpful
Rating:
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2008/03/22