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Aloha! Welcome to Oahu, Hawaii

 

On the beautiful island of Oahu, there are plenty of things to explore. It is famous for its beaches, surfing tradition, and all kinds of attractions for visitors of all ages. Catch big waves on North Shore. Tour the Pearl Harbor– USS Arizona. Spend the day exploring the rich heritage of the Pacific Islands in Polynesian Cultural Center. Hike to Diamond Head, with breathtaking views overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Honolulu. Let’s get ready for an amazing adventure and feel the heartbeat of Hawaii!

 

 

 

Snorkeling/Diving/Surfing places:

Sharks Cove

Hanauma Bay

Waimea Bay

Kailua Beach

Lanikai Beach

 

 

Other attractions in Oahu:

Waimea Falls/Valley

Dole Plantation

Haleiwa Town

Sea Life Park

Wet ‘n’ Wild

Kualoa Ranch

Koko Head Trail

Makapu’u Point Lighthouse Trail

 

 

 

Shopping

Ala Moana Shopping Center is the largest shopping center in Hawaii. You can enjoy retail, dining, and entertainment experience all in one place.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Waikiki provides plenty of shopping plazas and all kinds of stores. From world famous luxury to local brands, you can be entertained by the aloha spirit in Waikiki.

 

Waikele Premium Outlets is conveniently located just a short distance from Honolulu, and is the only outlet center on the island of O’ahu.

 

 

Food, Banks, and Grocery stores near UHM

7-Eleven:

2028 Wilder Ave (at Metcalf St)
Honolulu, HI 96822
United States

 

Manoa Marketplace:

Safeway, Longs Drug, American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii, coffee shops, and many restaurants.

2752 Woodlawn Dr, Honolulu, HI 96822

 

 

 

Dining

Local cuisine: Kahuku Shrimp Trucks,  Helena’s Hawaiian Food,  Ono Seafood,  Fresh Catch,  Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill,  Nico’s Pier 38Koko Head Cafe

Fine dining: Morimoto Asia Waikiki,  Roy’s Waikiki Beach,  Top of Waikiki,  Hy’s Steak House,  Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

Others:  Kua AinaThe Pig & The Lady,  Marukame Udon, Tanaka of Tokyo,  ShokudoChengdu Taste,  Island Vintage Coffee,  Leonard’s Bakery,  Matsumoto Shave Ice

 

For other travel information, please go to Oahu’s official travel website.

 

 

UHM Resources:

 

Hotel: HARC special rates are available until the rooms reserved for HARC are filled. View More

Campus Housing: HARC provides special rates for rooms on campus. View more

For more housing options, please check out Airbnb or other housing websites.

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