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 great tour to get you a day at Pearl Harbor alongside history of Waikiki!
This tour wrapped up in a perfect way with a trip to Pearl Harbor, lots of history, and a stop at the punchbowl was ideal for our family.
Lots of history detailed all throughout the park, giving you immense history on the Pearl Harbor events.
I have been on this tour before and every time I have enjoyed myself. This time my nephew came and he enjoyed himself as well. The bus ride was very nice and the drive was very entertaining as well as knowledgeable. I... more
CloseWas great to walk inside the submarine, and felt how crowded it was for our sailors.
A fantastic representation to this event of the past. An opportunity to pay your respects to those who lost their lives.