{"id":9480,"date":"2018-04-06T20:41:05","date_gmt":"2018-04-06T20:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.starofhonolulu.com\/?p=9480"},"modified":"2025-04-22T13:53:09","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T13:53:09","slug":"top-6-things-to-do-during-summer-on-oahu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starofhonolulu.com\/jp\/blog\/top-6-things-to-do-during-summer-on-oahu","title":{"rendered":"Top 6 Things To Do During Summer on O`ahu"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Heading to Hawaii this summer? We\u2019ve got your list for top activities to enjoy this season with the whole family! From ship to shore, we have you covered. Check out our list of top 6 activities to do during your summer on O\u02bbahu.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. North Shore<\/strong><br \/>\nAbout an hour away from\u00a0Waik\u012bk\u012b is the North Shore, which is home to the quaint town of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gohawaii.com\/islands\/oahu\/regions\/north-shore\/Haleiwa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Haleiwa<\/a> where visitors can\u00a0shop and eat like a local. Take a drive along the northern coast and you\u2019ll see some of the best beaches the island has the offer with calm waves that offer perfect swimming conditions during the summer! Take a tour of this scenic coast from the comfort and convenience of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalstarhawaii.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal Star Hawaii<\/a> private luxury SUV.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Dolphin Watch<br \/>\n<\/strong>Take the whole family to spot wild dolphins as they jump and play along the Waianae coast. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dolphin-star.com\/cruises\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dolphin Star<\/a>, O\u2018ahu\u2019s largest dolphin vessel, offers a great dolphin watch cruise with certified Naturalists who educate guests about Hawaii\u2019s beautiful marine animals.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Sunset Cruise<\/strong><br \/>\nFor a fun tropical evening on the water, book a sunset cruise off the shores of Waik\u012bk\u012b ! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.starofhonolulu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Star of Honolulu<\/a> offers various cruise packages, including its Pacific Star Sunset Buffet &amp; Show cruise, which features a buffet dinner with a roast beef carving station, complimentary E Komo Mai Tai and Polynesian show.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Pearl Harbor<\/strong><br \/>\nExplore some of Oahu&#8217;s most historic landmarks, including the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument with the Arizona Memorial, Punchbowl National Cemetery and Downtown Honolulu. To explore the Arizona Memorial &amp; downtown Honolulu, <a href=\"https:\/\/royalstarhawaii.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal Star Hawaii<\/a> offers a tour for a great value!<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Luau &amp; Show<\/strong><br \/>\nFor the ultimate Hawaiian experience, dine under the stars in our cabana with an upscale island luau buffet. Guests will be treated to Hawaiian entertainment during the luau. Then, they will enjoy Waikiki\u2019s biggest show, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockahulahawaii.com\/luau-buffet-show\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rock-A-Hula<\/a>, complete with <em>hula<\/em>, fire knife dancing and legendary performances! Our premier theater is located at the Royal Hawaiian Center, where our guests can escape in the heart of Waikiki.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Iolani Palace<\/strong><br \/>\nA living restoration of a proud Hawaiian national identity and registered National Historic Landmark, Iolani Palace is the only official royal residence in the United States. Walk through the halls of the Palace, and get transported back into Hawaiian history when King Kalakaua and his sister and successor, Queen Liliuokalani, ruled the Kingdom of Hawaii. When you choose to Create Your Own Tour with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalstarhawaii.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal Star Hawaii<\/a>, you can personalize your visit of this historic site in one of their luxury vehicles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heading to Hawaii this summer? 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