Neighbourhood guide · Oʻahu
Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown
ʻIolani Palace, the museums, the Hawaii Theatre and the cocktail bars.
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What to see and do
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Built in 1882
ʻIolani Palace
The palace of Hawaiʻi’s last reigning monarchs, the only official royal residence in the United States.
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Honolulu’s historic church
Kawaiahaʻo Church
Honolulu’s historic church near ʻIolani Palace, still a place of worship.
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Hawaiian and Pacific history
Bishop Museum
Hawaiʻi’s museum of natural and cultural history, named for Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop.
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Courtyards and collections
Honolulu Museum of Art
Honolulu’s museum of art, with the Doris Duke Theatre and the tours to Shangri La.
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The state’s collection
Capitol Modern: The Hawaii State Art Museum
The state’s own art collection downtown, with no entry charge.
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Since 1922
Hawaii Theatre
The restored theatre of 1922 on Bethel Street, the “Pride of the Pacific”.
Where to eat
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Hawaiian food since 1946
Helena’s Hawaiian Food
The family counter in Kalihi serving traditional Hawaiian food since 1946.
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Home of the Coco Puff, 1950
Liliha Bakery
The Honolulu bakery and diner of the Coco Puff, since 1950.
Bars and terraces
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Since 2015
Bar Leather Apron
An intimate cocktail bar downtown, established in 2015.
745 Fort Street Mall #127, Honolulu, HI 96813Explore View on map
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