Overview
Waikiki is no longer a paradise just for the upper-crust. More than 100 years have passed since Waikiki was the exclusive playground of Hawaiian royalty and their chosen friends. Now, cheap hotels and package tours allow just about anyone to visit. These days, however, the playground is of a different sort. From throbbing nightclubs to quiet parks, from long-boarders to the lions at the zoo, Waikiki has something for everyone. One can walk from one end of the island to the other in 20 minutes, but 20 days is not enough to experience all Waikiki has to offer.
It all begins at the yacht harbor where every boat imaginable, from sporty, racing numbers to salty-dog blue cruisers, lines the water. It is here where Hawaiian canoe clubs train and stately yachts strut their stuff. Next door, the Hilton Hawaiian Village stages hula shows to welcome the weekend and blasts fireworks visible from miles away. The beach is wide, the water is safe and any beach toy imaginable is available to rent.
However, not enough visitors find time to visit the other end of Waikiki, where 200 acres of parkland wrap around the base of Diamond Head Crater and there's always a quiet spot in the shade. This is where the locals come to jog in the park, swim at Sans Souci Beach or barbecue dinner with family and friends.
Child-Friendlinessrating:3 of 5more:Waikiki offers loads of activities for kids, but certain areas are strictly for adults.Swimmingrating:4 of 5more:Shallow areas and sea walls ensure safe swimming year-round.Sandrating:3 of 5more:The sand is clean and pleasant, but some washes away during winter.Atmosphererating:2 of 5more:Waikiki may seem tacky and overbuilt, but there's plenty of charm if you know where to look.Non-Beach Activitiesrating:4 of 5more:With entertainment from disco to Diamond Head, no visitor will be bored in Waikiki.
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