Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Honolulu, Hawaii, US
The Pearl Harbor National Memorial in Honolulu preserves the site of the 1941 attack, featuring the USS Arizona Memorial that hovers over the sunken battleship. It offers visitors a solemn place to honor those lost and to understand a pivotal moment in World War II history.
Why choose Pearl Harbor National Memorial
When you step onto the memorial you feel the weight of history more directly than any museum can convey. The view of the wreckage and the stories told there give you a personal connection to the events that shaped the Pacific war.
Best for: History lovers · Families · Couples
Start your Pearl Harbor morning here
Begin at the memorial, then walk to nearby historic sites for a concise half‑day of reflection.
- Morning — Pearl Harbor National Memorial
- 9:30 — USS Arizona Memorial
- 11:00 — Marine Corps Memorial Pearl Harbor
- 12:00 — USS Arizona Anchor
Visit tips
- Arrive before 8:00 AM for the earliest boat departure.
- Bring a government‑issued photo ID for the security check.
- Arrive early to avoid the midday crowds and secure a spot for the memorial boat tour.
- Dress comfortably; expect a short walk and bring a light jacket for the open pier.
Plan your visit
- Booking: required — Reserve the boat tour online — Slots fill quickly, especially on weekends
- Category: attraction
- Rated 4.7 by 13981 reviewers
- Tags: historical site, guided tours, wwii history, family friendly
Nearby attractions
- USS Arizona Anchor — attraction, 1 min walk
- USS Arizona Memorial — attraction, 15 min walk
- Pearl Harbor — attraction, 15 min walk
- Marine Corps Memorial Pearl Harbor — attraction, 1 min walk
More things to do in O‘ahu
- USS Arizona Memorial
- Diamond Head State Monument
- Diamond Head Summit Trail
- Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
- Waikiki Beach
- Pearl Harbor
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