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Honolulu 3-Day Itinerary
The perfect long weekend in Honolulu. Three days of must-see attractions, local favorites, and insider tips — from $115 to $650 per day.
Trip Overview
Duration
3 Days
Best Time
April to June, September to November
Budget Cost
$345
Mid-Range
$765
1
Day 1
Waikiki Beach
Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head sunrise hike, Kapiolani Park, Ala Moana Center
Estimated cost: $255 (mid-range)
2
Day 2
Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial
Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial, Bishop Museum, plate lunch tour
Estimated cost: $255 (mid-range)
3
Day 3
North Shore surf beaches
North Shore surf beaches, Dole Plantation, Kailua Beach, shave ice in Haleiwa
Estimated cost: $255 (mid-range)
Total 3-Day Cost Estimate
Budget
$345
$115/day x 3 days
Mid-Range
$765
$255/day x 3 days
Luxury
$1950
$650/day x 3 days
Insider Tips
- ✓Book Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial timed entry at least a week ahead — it sells out
- ✓Take TheBus for $3/ride — surprisingly comprehensive for getting around Honolulu without a car
- ✓Eat a plate lunch (rice, mac salad, protein) at Rainbow Drive-In for the real local experience
- ✓Hike Diamond Head crater at sunrise — arrive by 6am before heat and crowds
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