Area Attractions

See the sights of Hawaii from a fish’s point of view! This underwater adventure is an exciting way to explore marine life.

Glide across the Pacific Ocean on an outrigger canoe for a fun water activity the whole family will enjoy.

Let’s celebrate together. Held every Friday from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM near the waterfall in the Great Hall on the first floor, the Aloha Friday performance includes a Polynesian show, hands-on lei making demonstrations, hula dancing, Polynesian art tattooing, and a Samoan Fire knife dancer. **Subject to change due to special events or rain**

Cruise on a luxurious catamaran for a first-class tour of the beautiful waters outside our resort.

The Pualeilani Atrium Shops at Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa boast superb world-class shopping, over three levels of unique one-of-a-kind boutiques and specialty stores encircling the open-air Atrium.

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for the Waikiki Farmers Market from 4PM - 8PM. Purchase artisanal foods and crafts that serve as the perfect reminder of your visit to Oahu. To purchase Hyatt homemade Hula Meli Honey and specialty Hawaiian coffee at the SHOR hostess stand every morning between 5:30 AM and 11 AM.

To discover the rich culture behind the beautiful landscapes of Hawaii, pay a visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center. The top paid attraction in Hawaii, the Polynesian Cultural Center introduces visitors to local customs and history through canoe pageants, traditional lu’aus, and seven authentic villages, each of which represents a distinctive South Pacific culture.

Dec. 7, 1941 lives in infamy as the day Japan bombed Pearl Harbor - the final trigger that brought the United States into World War II.

America’s only royal residence was built in 1882 on the site of the earlier palace. It contains the thrones of King Kalakaua and his successor (and sister) Queen Lili’uokalani. The guided tour includes a showcase of the royal jewelry and a glimpse behind the scenes at the palace kitchen and the offices of the monarchy. Reservations required.

This 8,000 square-foot branch of Hawaii's premier cultural archive illuminates life in Waikiki through the years. Founded in 1889 by Charles R. Bishop as a memorial to his wife, Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the museum began as a repository for the royal possessions of this last direct descendant of King Kamehameha the Great.

The summit of this 760-foot extinct volcanic peak offers 360 degree views of Oahu. Once used as a military fortification – the views extend from Waikiki and Honolulu in one direction and out to Koko Head in the other. On a clear day, you can even see the outlines of Maui and Molokai from this vantage point. There is a ¾ mile trail to hike to the summit.

If you love sea dwellers – this is the place to visit. Over 2,500 organisms and 420 species of Hawaiian and South Pacific marine life are protected and nurtured here. Endangered Hawaiian monk seals, sharks, and the only chambered nautilus living in captivity are just some of the denizens of the deep you’ll encounter. The Edge of the Reef exhibit showcases five different types of reef environments found along Hawaiian shorelines.

The exterior wall of a volcanic crater collapsed, opening it to the sea, which gave birth to Oahu’s most famous snorkeling destination. The picturesque bay is horseshoe shaped and the aqua blue water is so clear you can easily see the coral reefs. To preserve the area, visitors are required to go through the Bay’s Education Center before trekking down to the Bay.

You'll get a panoramic view of the windward side of Oahu from this perch. Which is probably why this is the site of a historic battle between King Kamehameha I and Kalanikupule, chief of Maui and Oahu. In 1795, Kamehameha's men drove Kalanikupule's forces over the edges of the 1,000-foot-high cliffs, and won the decisive battle for control of Oahu.