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Oahu is one of the best islands to visit in Hawaii because it’s perfect for relaxation and adventures. So here are some of my favorite pictures of Oahu, Hawaii, to inspire your travel plans!
The Best Adventure Activities To Do in Oahu
When you visit Oahu, I recommend splitting your trip to spend a couple of nights in the North Shore and in the Waikiki Beach area. Whether you want an incredible vacation home or a stunning resort, I’ve got the perfect Oahu accommodation for you.
Some of the top things to do in Oahu are hiking the Diamond Head Summit Trail, going outrigger canoe surfing, visiting Kualoa Ranch, going on a scenic drive along the North Shore, and trying some of the best foods and drinks in Hawaii.
Here are my top pictures of Oahu, Hawaii to inspire your next island getaway!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I avoid in Oahu?
Here are the biggest mistakes visitors make in Oahu:
1. Never leaving their resort
2. Not renting a car
3. Not using reef-safe sunscreen
4. Stepping on coral
5. Foregging to bring cash
What is Oahu known for?
The Best Things To Do in Oahu:
1. Hike the Diamond Head Summit Trail
2. Go outrigger canoe surfing
3. Tour the Pearl Harbor National Memorial and take the ferry to the USS Arizona Memorial
4. See a luau
5. Visit the Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden
6. Enjoy the views at Pali Lookout
7. Sail and snorkel along the coast
8. Spend some time at Waikiki Beach and Halona Beach Cove
9. Do at least two activities at Kualoa Ranch. I highly recommend the zip line and raptor tour. The raptor tour is with UTVs, so you’ll get VERY dirty. You should do the UTV as your last activity of the day and bring face wipes with you. The food isn’t great at Kualoa Ranch, but there are food trucks and local restaurants nearby. All tours start and end promptly from the same place, so you don’t need to schedule a lot of time between tours.
10. Go on a scenic drive along the North Shore that includes stops at Kahuku Point, Ehukai Beach (where the Banzai Pipeline is), Waimea Bay Beach Park, and Matsumoto’s Shave Ice.
What is the nicest part of Oahu?
Most people who visit Oahu stay in either Waikiki Beach or the North Shore. Waikiki Beach is close to Pearl Harbor, Diamond Head, the airport, and nightlife. The North Shore has some of the best surfing in the world, and this area allows you to get off the beaten path.
Instead of choosing between these places, I suggest splitting your trip to spend a couple of nights in the North Shore and Waikiki Beach. This will allow you to experience all that the island has to offer.
How long does it take to get from Honolulu to Oahu?
Honolulu is a city on the island of Oahu, so once you’re in Honolulu, you’re also in Oahu.
What is Oahu's famous food?
The Best Foods To Try in Honolulu:
1. Poke
2. Hawaiian Plate
3. All-Natural Shave Ice
4. Ulu
5. Coco Puffs
6. LauLau
7. Mochi
8. Saimin
9. Malasadas
Are there black beaches in Oahu?
No. You’ll need to head to Maui or the Big Island for black sand beaches.
Is there a volcano on Oahu?
Yes. The dormant Leahi (Diamond Head) volcano is on Oahu.
What island in Hawaii has the black sand?
Maui and the Big Island have black sand beaches.
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