Honolulu Zoo
Honolulu, Hawaii, US
The Honolulu Zoo sits in Waikiki beside Kapiolani Park, showcasing tropical and Pacific species in landscaped habitats. It offers a relaxed, outdoor animal experience that families and casual travelers often rank as the city’s top zoo.
Why choose Honolulu Zoo
You’ll wander through breezy paths that feel more like a garden than a traditional zoo, spotting creatures you rarely see elsewhere. The setting lets you enjoy wildlife without leaving the island’s vibrant coastal atmosphere.
Best for: Families · First-timers · Couples
Start your Waikiki morning at Honolulu Zoo
Begin with the zoo’s breezy paths, then walk to nearby attractions for a relaxed half‑day in Waikiki.
- Morning — Honolulu Zoo
- 11:00 — Waikiki Aquarium
- Afternoon — Waikiki Beach
Visit tips
- Bring a refillable water bottle and sunscreen; the zoo is open and sunny.
- Pick up a map at the entrance to plan a route that avoids backtracking.
- Arrive early to beat mid‑day heat and larger crowds.
- Allocate about two to three hours to explore the main exhibits.
Plan your visit
- Recommended duration: 2–3 hours
- Category: zoo
- Rated 3.9 by 2968 reviewers
- Tags: family friendly, outdoor, tropical wildlife, waikiki
Nearby attractions
- Waikiki Beach — beach, 15 min walk
- Ono Seafood — restaurant, 17 min walk
- Diamond Head Market & Grill — restaurant, 13 min walk
- Waikiki Aquarium — aquarium, 7 min walk
- Tonkatsu Tamafuji — restaurant, 10 min walk
- Musubi Cafe IYASUME — restaurant, 8 min walk
More things to do in Honolulu
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Diamond Head State Monument
- Diamond Head Summit Trail
- Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- Leonard's Bakery
- Nico's Pier 38
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