Each year on Memorial Day, O'ahu hosts a beautiful event called the Lantern Floating Festival, held at Ala Moana Beach Park. If you don't mind the crowds of people, this is a moving and emotional experience. People write messages on personal lanterns and float them out to sea (not to worry, a boat with nets will catch them all so that there is no litter.)

TIP: walk or bike to the event, as parking is impossible.

During daytime, this beach is a great place for families and children, as there is a reef protecting the beach, which means no big waves!

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Waikiki

Famous for Waikiki Beach, this district boasts six beaches and a skyline filled with high-rises and resort hotels. Surfing enthusiasts can enjoy the ideal surf break, while Kalākaua Avenue offers luxury shopping and Kūhiō Avenue features diverse dining and nightlife options.

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Ala Moana

Situated along Oʻahu's southern shores, this district boasts a vast stretch of reef-protected white sandy beaches and the world's largest open-air shopping center, Ala Moana Center. Enjoy shopping, dining, and relaxing at Ala Moana Beach Park.

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Diamond Head which includes a city, landscape views and a sunset

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While visiting Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, you might make a stop by sights like Waikiki Beach and Ala Wai Golf Course.

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Manoa

You'll enjoy the mountain views and monuments in Manoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Manoa Valley Theatre or Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.

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USS Arizona Memorial which includes a memorial

Western Honolulu

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are just a few top-rate features of the neighborhood. Make a stop by Honolulu Harbor or Navy Exchange Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hālawa / Aloha Stadium Station to get around town.

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What's it like in Kaka'ako?

Travelers to the Kaka'ako neighborhood in Honolulu will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Ward Village Shops and Neal S. Blaisdell Center as part of your Kaka'ako travel plans.

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Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Kaka'ako.

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What can I see and do in this Honolulu neighborhood?

Sights like Neal S. Blaisdell Center, Hawaii Opera Theater, and Honolulu Police Department's Museum can be part of your cultural tour of Kaka'ako. Ward Village Shops and Ala Moana Beach Park are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Don't miss favorite places to visit in the surrounding area, such as Ala Moana Center, Waikiki Beach, and Honolulu Harbor. Waikiki Beach Walk and Royal Hawaiian Center are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Honolulu.

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