Island of the Gods: Stories of Wao Kanaka

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Hawaii’s culture is richer than you might think, and darker than the ocean is deep. Honolulu Haunts reveals the history of the Hawaiian Kings and Queens of the past whose statues fill the modern streets and of the only royal palace on US soil. Join us and unearth the history of the warriors that still walk these ancient paths.

What's Included

Educational history
Knowledgeable guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the King Kamehameha Statue on South King Street. Your guide will be wearing a company T-shirt.

End point

End your tour at the Hawaii State Art Museum.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
  • 1
    King Kamehameha Statue

    Learn the intriguing history of how the Hawaiian Islands were unified under one king, and why there are actually four versions of this statue.

    8 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Iolani Palace

    Discover the history of the only royal palace located in the United States.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Hear the stories of how the barracks were taken apart one by one, moved, then rebuilt.

    8 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Guests will learn the stories of the many coronations and inaugurations that have been held here at the Palace Gazebo.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The King Kalakaua Building was initially build to house US Federal Offices. Hear how the use of the building has changed.

    8 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    The Ali'i 'Lolani Hale (Supreme Court Building) holds many years of history. The commissioner of the building, Kamehameha V, passed before the building was complete.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    The Kawaiha'o Church is the oldest Christian church in Oahu. Guests will hear the stories of its completion which is as early as 1842.

    8 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Learn the history that surrounds the Hawaiian Mission Houses and hands of the Protestant missionaries from Boston that built it.

    7 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Honolulu Haunts By Us Ghost Adventures

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Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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