Historic Downtown Honolulu Tour

Duration
1-2 hrs
Audio Points
17
Tour Stops
5

About The Tour

Did you know that Oahu is home to the only royal residence in the United States? From the unification of the islands to the overthrow of the monarchy, Hawaii has a distinct history. This tour takes you in depth to learn about the people and history behind these iconic places. ...

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Did you know that Oahu is home to the only royal residence in the United States?

From the unification of the islands to the overthrow of the monarchy, Hawaii has a distinct history. This tour takes you in depth to learn about the people and history behind these iconic places. Learn all about it on Shaka Guide’s Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour.

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

•⁠ Learn about Hawaii's royal history
•⁠ Combine with official Iolani Palace tour (sold separately)
•⁠ Try some local eats

Sample Tour Audio

Start of Tour - Statue & Hale
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King Lunalio's Tomb
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State Library
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Tour Stops

Ali'iolani Hale
Kawaiaha'o Church
Honolulu Hale
Hawaii State Library
Iolani Palace

Tour Route


Customer Reviews

(77462)

Best Oahu Hawaii Self Guided Tour App

I used this app twice. First when I went to Oahu with my wife in 2022, we did the Grand Circle Island Tour, it was Amazing, very memorable. Today in 2026, we came back to Oahu with my 4 kids, and we did Legendary North Shore Loop, everyone got a good time. My kids said they had fun and will remember this trip forever. Thank you for making this app.

Ryuda31 | 1 week ago | iOS

This was an amazing way to explore the North Shore of Kauai. The recordings are very intuitive/well synced with the GPS; you can start anywhere on the route, and it will create an awesome experience for you. The music was amazing.

Paul Herrick | 3 weeks ago | Android

Used the Shaka Guide for my trip to Oahu, HI. I did a few tours - North Shore, Honolulu downtown, Windward, and small part of the Island circle. It was exceptional experience and the app helped us explore the whole island with little to no previous reading and planning. Highly recommend the Shaka Guide and would certainly buy and use it for future trips.

Dimitar A | 3 weeks ago | Android

Absolutely loved this app. We used it for the North Shore loop on O'ahu. It made the experience so much fun.

Larry Komenda | 3 weeks ago | Android

New treasures found!

We’ve been to Kauai many times and thought we knew it well. The Shaka guided tours took us to new sites and gave us very interesting Hawaiian history along the way. We love the ability to go at our own pace, spending more or less time at locations vs the schedules of much higher priced guided bus tours. We have the Kauai bundle as well as tours covering all of Oahu and the Maui Road to Hanna. 5 stars for customer service as well. We had an issue with the download to a second, backup phone. I chatted from the app and had immediate contact with a real person. Solved in 2 minutes. Thank you Shaka!!

Pono Kai couple | 1 month ago | iOS

Great value. If you are hiring a car in Hawaii, you MUST download this app. It is fantastic. We did the North Shore tour. The directions were awesome, funny, and informative. We made a few wrong turns, driver error, and it would have been great for the app to recognise we had gone off course, but we quickly realised we had left the "blue line" in the navigation, and got back on track fairly quickly. Overall, it made our day so much better for the guidance it provided.

MnT Nullarbor | 1 month ago | Android

The best!

Why go on a tour of the Hawaiian islands stuck in a bus with a ton of strangers when you can ride with your family in your rental car with an excellent narrator, guided by your exact GPS location. I use this when visiting Maui and again this week in Oahu and both were so well done and worth every penny.

SkiPow54 | 1 month ago | iOS

Oahu No Sho Tour

Love Shaka but rough start from Ko Olina with the app’s directions to the starting point. It tired to have us do 2 illegal u turns as directed to Apple Maps and did not guide us about staying out of express lane to exit 8B. It just played happy music while we got 30 min off track.

CO Mtn Family | 3 months ago | iOS

Great Travel Partner

We used Shaka tours on Oahu and Maui and loved having a tour guide. The directions were accurate and extremely helpful. We got a great overview of both islands, learned a bit of history, and enjoyed the music. We'll take them with us again soon!

Selmoseven | 3 months ago | iOS

Best Tour & App!

So glad we were told of Shaka Guide Tours when we visited Oahu! So easy to use, directions were spot on, locations were all the popular ones & local treasures that you’d never find on your own. And you hear stories, legend, history, & location themed music while traveling between points of interest. (If for some reason you don’t want to hear anything but directions you have that choice. I’d recommend enjoying all that is included in your tour.) I have done all of the Shaka Guide’s Oahu tours every time I go visit my family that moved to Oahu, and love it each time! I’ve also done other locations that Shaka Guide has done, and all have been Grrreat! They are expanding to many other locations, & I’m very excited about that bc I’ve never experienced a travel tour like Shaka! 😎🤙

BigkidTam | 4 months ago | iOS

Is Waikiki separate from Honolulu?

Waikiki is a district situated a few miles southeast of downtown Honolulu on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. While Waikiki is part of the city of Honolulu, downtown Honolulu refers to the more central urban area, which includes historical sites, gover...

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Where is Honolulu located?

Honolulu is located on the island of Oahu. Known for its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, and modern amenities, Honolulu is the state capital and the largest city of Hawaii. It offers a blend of historical landmarks and natural beauty. Ex...

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Where is Downtown Honolulu?

Downtown Honolulu is situated in southern Oahu, near the harbor and the state capitol. It's the heart of the city, housing historical landmarks like Iolani Palace, the State Capitol building, Aloha Tower, and the vibrant Chinatown district. Explor...

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What is an Audio Tour Guide?

Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:

  • GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
  • Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
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Tour FAQs

Where does the Historic Downtown Honolulu tour go?
This tour takes you around Downtown Honolulu, a unique historic neighborhood. The tour starts at the King Kamehameha Statue and ends at Iolani Palace. Here are some of the popular spots you can explore on the tour! Ali’iolani Hale Kawaiahao Church King Lunalilo’s Tomb Honolulu Hale State Library Iolani Palace 
Can I join the Historic Downtown Honolulu tour along the route?
Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from.  If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.
Can I take the Historic Downtown Honolulu tour in the opposite direction?
No, this tour can only be done in one direction. 
What should I pack for the Historic Downtown Honolulu tour?
Sneakers/comfortable shoesHeadphonesWaterSunscreen Sun glasses and/or HatCamera
What should I budget for the Historic Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour?
$4.99 per person: Shaka Guide’s Historic Downtown Honolulu Walking Tour$15.00 - $25.00 per person: Lunch$20.00/adult and $6.00/child: Iolani Palace Self-Led Audio Tour
Can I share the Historic Downtown Honolulu tour across multiple devices?
No, everyone participating in the tour must make a purchase and download the tour separately. 
How is Shaka Guide Different from Other Navigation Apps?
Shaka Guide isn’t just about getting from point A to point B — it’s like having a tour guide in your car, sharing stories and local insights as you drive. Unlike other navigation apps, we’ve planned the route for you, so instead of focusing on directions, you can focus on the experience. This means you can’t customize the route, but that’s kind of the point. You’re still in control though, you can skip stops, go at your own pace, and explore freely. It’s not just about getting there; it’s about enjoying the journey.
Other Questions? Contact Us!
Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call at (808) 201-8138.

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