Kapiolani Park
Kapiolani Park
4.5
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
About
Many of Hawaii’s alii (royalty) lived in Waikiki and King Kalakaua selected a 300-acre track of land at the base of Diamond Head for a public park in 1867. Today, it is a gathering place that thrives with walkers, runners, tennis enthusiasts and picnickers. Grab lunch on Kalakaua Avenue and enjoy it in one of the shaded picnic areas scattered around this colorful park.
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1-2 hours
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Neighbourhood: Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
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1,111 reviews
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Llewellyn53
Melbourne, Australia4,182 contributions
Aug 2022
A good sized park located between Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. There are frequently displays, free Hawaiian Band Concerts and today the Waikiki Art Fest, Zoo Wall Art and the Na Hula Festival all on the one day.
Written 7 August 2022
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Denise R
Sydney, Australia29 contributions
Jun 2022
Visit here at sunset to take your photos and you will miss all the crowds fighting for space at Waikiki. There is a lovely little cafe there with a great vibe.
Written 3 August 2022
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Alena L
San Diego, CA48 contributions
May 2022
We found the park by accident. We wanted to see Waikiki Beach and drove past the beach - looking for parking - right into Kapiolani Park where we found a free parking lot. It was too far (for us in our 60’s with bad backs) to walk to Waikiki, so we walked through the park to the nearby Aquarium. The park is just beautiful. Kudos to the Hawaiian government for dedicating this gorgeous piece of real estate to the enjoyment of its people. I have been to many city parks around the world, and this is one of the loveliest ones. And it’s huge. I loved walking through it, seeing the view of Waikiki, the statue of Queen Kapiolani, the banyan trees, people relaxing on the grass and playing ball on the ball fields.
Written 11 June 2022
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Orchidlady14
Durham, NC37 contributions
May 2022
Just a lovely park to take a quiet stroll and just take in the sights, flowers and ambieance. Just lovely!
Written 18 May 2022
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Sandra H
89 contributions
Mar 2022
We always like to walk through the park. The views are great and the trees amazing to see. Often used by families, we felt quite comfortable even walking at night.
Written 31 March 2022
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Anthony D
Boston, MA59 contributions
Mar 2022
A scenic and nice park; with a good view of Diamond Head. The park is also close to the Honolulu Zoo; so it's convenient to both the park and the beach.
Written 30 March 2022
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Lengtan67
Kuala Lumpur1,068 contributions
Jan 2022
Located not far from Waikiki, in my opinion as I was staying in a hotel on the Kaʻiulani Avenue, a block from Waikiki Beach, is a great escapee from playing tourist and away from other toursits just to spend some free and easy time walking while exploring what the park has to offer or just to chill and watch life pass by slightly away from the hustle and bustle.
Go to end of the park for a great shot of Diamond Head.
Go to end of the park for a great shot of Diamond Head.
Written 3 March 2022
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JMD
7 contributions
Dec 2021
I love this park because it's so versatile! Next to the zoo, part of the beach, and many places to picnic on a bench or laying on a blanket. Always room for you! Clean bathrooms too!
Written 24 January 2022
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rickh57
Woodburn, OR391 contributions
Jul 2021
We visited this park with some friends for a July 4 picnic.
It is a beautiful park, with plentiful birds. I saw a red-crested cardinal for the first time.
It has large grassy fields and cool trees, including a large banyan tree.
It is a beautiful park, with plentiful birds. I saw a red-crested cardinal for the first time.
It has large grassy fields and cool trees, including a large banyan tree.
Written 5 July 2021
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Edam4
Honolulu, HI220 contributions
Jun 2021
This park across the road from Waikiki Beaches is ideal for family outings. It is expansive and open, great for kite flying, frisbee, sports etc. There are some wide open areas, and some shaded areas. There is a fitness area with monkey bars and pullup bars among other appartus.
Written 30 June 2021
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lauricarlson53
Honolulu, HI
We are staying near by. Is there a schedule of events for this weekend and next week?
Debra L
Enid, OK103 contributions
There are a lot of places you can ask about schedules of events. But the front desk of your hotel should have some of that information and they usually had booklets about the many different tours, etc.
I am wondering about snorkelling here, is this a good spot?
Moana033
Auckland, New Zealand195 contributions
You will find a few fish around here but nothing terribly exciting. If it's snorkeling you're after - sign up with a private tour (we used OPT) where local guides take you to the best snorkeling places around the island - worth the spend! But if you're just curious, then suggest catching Waikiki Trolley to Hanauma Bay. Have an awesome trip!
Deborah H
Petaluma, California, United States
Is there a hotel nearby?
AussiesBallarat
Ballarat, Australia811 contributions
Kapiolani Park is not far from downtown Waikiki, so lots of hotels within minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kapiolani Park
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Kapiolani Park:
- Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu (From ₹ 1,583.07)
- Diamond Head/Waikiki Tour (From ₹ 16,247.29)
- Diamond Head Bike to Hike and Local Lunch (From ₹ 13,247.79)
- Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu (From ₹ 15,747.38)
- Waikiki and Diamond Head Hoverboard Tour (From ₹ 14,914.18)
- Hotels near Kapiolani Park:
- (0.49 km) Kaimana Beach Hotel
- (0.50 km) Lotus Honolulu at Diamond Head
- (0.64 km) The Beach Waikiki Boutique Hostel by ALOH
- (0.59 km) Queen Kapiolani Hotel
- (0.73 km) Hotel Renew
- Restaurants near Kapiolani Park:
- (0.39 km) Barefoot Beach Cafe
- (0.48 km) Hau Tree
- (0.58 km) Michel's At the Colony Surf
- (0.29 km) Molokai Hot Bread
- (0.57 km) Bogart's Cafe
- Attractions near Kapiolani Park:
- (0.29 km) Beach Sunset Yoga Hawaii - Waikiki
- (0.16 km) Waikiki Shell
- (0.41 km) Ohana Surf Project
- (0.34 km) Diamond Head Luau
- (0.53 km) Hawaii Surfing Academy