Honolulu Historic District a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
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The map and audio were awesome and easy to follow. we have a recommend using this to see some great sites and get some great insightful information about historic places.
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you walk through the Honolulu Capital Historic District starting at the Ali'Iolani Hale, over to the Iolani Palace Grounds, south on King and Alapai Streets and then north through part of the Arts District. We'll point out and tell you about the historical attractions, statues, buildings, parks, memorials, and more that make up this beautiful part of the downtown. You'll also hear some of Honolulu's history, tales and legends of the early inhabitants. Tour highlights include the Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, Kawaiahao Church, Kapu Law, Hawaii State Capital building & more! GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers
Departure Point
- Your tour begins on the Queen Street side of the Ali'iolani Hale government building.
Return Details
- Your tour begins on the Queen Street side of the Ali'iolani Hale government building.
Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Aliʻiolani Hale
417 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Your tour takes you on a journey through the capital city of Hawaii, with all the rich history and culture that defines this amazing place. The building we're in front of now is known as Ali'iolani Hale, or “House of the Heavenly Kings”.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Iolani Palace
364 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
We'll tell you about this incredible structure that was built in 1879 for King Kalakaua, who was the king of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue
417 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Hear the folklore about Hawaii’s most celebrated monarch, King Kamehameha I , while you visit his statue.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kanaina Building, Old Archives
346 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, the Kanaina Building is considered an important example of Victorian architecture in Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Patsy Takemoto Mink Statue and Memorial
Honolulu, HI 96813
Hear some of Patsy's greatest accomplishments and why they created a statue of her.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Library
478 S King St, Downtown, Honolulu, Hawaii
This magnificent haven for book lovers started as a simple reading room, established in 1879 for the purpose of keeping unruly sailors out of mischief!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kawaiahaʻo Church
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Here, we'll tell you about Hawaii's oldest church.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tomb of King Lunalilo
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Hear why King Lunalilo refused to be interred in the Royal Mausoleum and instead is buried here.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Honolulu Hale (City Hall)
530 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
We'll tell you about how the city hall building was constructed with some pretty impressive features.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Now you might be wondering why it has the years 1820 and 1915 engraved on the front if it was built in 1921...we'll tell you.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sky Gate by Isamu Noguchi
558 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
So as you may have guessed, there's a story behind this incredibly weird looking sculpture. It actually involves a very interesting natural phenomenon.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Frank F. Fasi Municipal Building
650 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
As of 2006, this is Honolulu’s new municipal Building – the Frank F Fasi Building. The design is quite unique...hear why.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Seagull Schools' Early Education Center
1130 Alapai Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
These relaxed looking stone folks are located on the grounds for "Seagull Schools", a fun and innovative early childhood education center.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Honolulu Police Station
842 Bethel St, Honolulu, Hawaii
As you check out their beautiful building, we'll tell you about something that is unique with the Honolulu Police Department....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Nagasaki Peace Bell
647 S Beretania St, Honolulu, Hawaii
the Bell of Nagasaki is a symbol of peace and friendship between the United States and Japan.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen's Conference Center
1301 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Welcome to the Queen's Conference Center, a historic and cultural landmark of Honolulu.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Queen's Medical Center
1301 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
This grand complex was the brainchild of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV. We'll tell you their vision.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Capitol
415 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
In 1969, this remarkable building officially became Hawaii State Capitol. We'll give you details!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Washington Place
320 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
This regal manor, built in 1842 by a clipper ship captain for his wife and young son, has quite the tale.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Art Museum
250 S Hotel St, Second Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii
This museum is dedicated to showcasing the art and culture of Hawaii, and it is a must see destination for anyone interested in the rich history and traditions of the islands.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen Liliuokalani Statue
between the State Capitol Building and the Iolani Palace, Downtown Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii
Hear what the Queen herself could have said....I was the last surviving member of the Kamehameha dynasty....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Cathedral of St. Andrew
229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813
This magnificent place of worship is another dream King Kamehameha and Queen Emma had for their beloved Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen Emma Square
Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813
Originally named for Queen Emma, as of 2016, this pretty little area now shares that honour with James and Abigail Campbell.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Fort Street Mall
Fort Street Mall, Honolulu, HI 96813
The pedestrian only street mall was established in the 1960s as part of an effort to revitalize the downtown area, and it continues to be a popular destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii Theatre Center
1130 Bethel St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Honolulu’s Hawaii Theatre Center opened in 1922 to a world of Vaudeville and silent film.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kuma Kahua Theatre
46 Merchant St, Honolulu, Hawaii
The building was donated to the Kumu Kahua Theatre Company formed with the goal of producing new works by Hawaii playwrights and works reflecting the diverse cultures and experiences of the people of Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Podmore
202 Merchant Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Looking for substitutions for the bricks new-comers were accustomed to building with back home, they decided on.... we'll tell you what!
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Exclusions
- Attraction tickets not included.
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Honolulu Historic District audio walking tour!
**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR**
Tour Code HCHD56
1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you're reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia.
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code HCHD56.
4. Tap 'download tour' ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process.
5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works.
6. Enjoy your tour!
Help → info@tripvia.tours | 1-866-874-7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you walk through the Honolulu Capital Historic District starting at the Ali'Iolani Hale, over to the Iolani Palace Grounds, south on King and Alapai Streets and then north through part of the Arts District. We'll point out and tell you about the historical attractions, statues, buildings, parks, memorials, and more that make up this beautiful part of the downtown. You'll also hear some of Honolulu's history, tales and legends of the early inhabitants. Tour highlights include the Iolani Palace, King Kamehameha Statue, Kawaiahao Church, Kapu Law, Hawaii State Capital building & more! GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers
Departure Point
- Your tour begins on the Queen Street side of the Ali'iolani Hale government building.
Return Details
- Your tour begins on the Queen Street side of the Ali'iolani Hale government building.
Duration
1 hour - 2 hours
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Aliʻiolani Hale
417 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Your tour takes you on a journey through the capital city of Hawaii, with all the rich history and culture that defines this amazing place. The building we're in front of now is known as Ali'iolani Hale, or “House of the Heavenly Kings”.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Iolani Palace
364 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
We'll tell you about this incredible structure that was built in 1879 for King Kalakaua, who was the king of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue
417 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Hear the folklore about Hawaii’s most celebrated monarch, King Kamehameha I , while you visit his statue.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kanaina Building, Old Archives
346 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, the Kanaina Building is considered an important example of Victorian architecture in Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Patsy Takemoto Mink Statue and Memorial
Honolulu, HI 96813
Hear some of Patsy's greatest accomplishments and why they created a statue of her.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Library
478 S King St, Downtown, Honolulu, Hawaii
This magnificent haven for book lovers started as a simple reading room, established in 1879 for the purpose of keeping unruly sailors out of mischief!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kawaiahaʻo Church
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Here, we'll tell you about Hawaii's oldest church.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Tomb of King Lunalilo
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Hear why King Lunalilo refused to be interred in the Royal Mausoleum and instead is buried here.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Honolulu Hale (City Hall)
530 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
We'll tell you about how the city hall building was constructed with some pretty impressive features.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Now you might be wondering why it has the years 1820 and 1915 engraved on the front if it was built in 1921...we'll tell you.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Sky Gate by Isamu Noguchi
558 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
So as you may have guessed, there's a story behind this incredibly weird looking sculpture. It actually involves a very interesting natural phenomenon.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Frank F. Fasi Municipal Building
650 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
As of 2006, this is Honolulu’s new municipal Building – the Frank F Fasi Building. The design is quite unique...hear why.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Seagull Schools' Early Education Center
1130 Alapai Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
These relaxed looking stone folks are located on the grounds for "Seagull Schools", a fun and innovative early childhood education center.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Honolulu Police Station
842 Bethel St, Honolulu, Hawaii
As you check out their beautiful building, we'll tell you about something that is unique with the Honolulu Police Department....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Nagasaki Peace Bell
647 S Beretania St, Honolulu, Hawaii
the Bell of Nagasaki is a symbol of peace and friendship between the United States and Japan.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen's Conference Center
1301 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Welcome to the Queen's Conference Center, a historic and cultural landmark of Honolulu.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Queen's Medical Center
1301 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
This grand complex was the brainchild of Queen Emma and King Kamehameha IV. We'll tell you their vision.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Capitol
415 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
In 1969, this remarkable building officially became Hawaii State Capitol. We'll give you details!
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Washington Place
320 South Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
This regal manor, built in 1842 by a clipper ship captain for his wife and young son, has quite the tale.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Art Museum
250 S Hotel St, Second Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii
This museum is dedicated to showcasing the art and culture of Hawaii, and it is a must see destination for anyone interested in the rich history and traditions of the islands.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen Liliuokalani Statue
between the State Capitol Building and the Iolani Palace, Downtown Honolulu, Honolulu, Hawaii
Hear what the Queen herself could have said....I was the last surviving member of the Kamehameha dynasty....
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Cathedral of St. Andrew
229 Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813
This magnificent place of worship is another dream King Kamehameha and Queen Emma had for their beloved Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Queen Emma Square
Queen Emma Square, Honolulu, HI 96813
Originally named for Queen Emma, as of 2016, this pretty little area now shares that honour with James and Abigail Campbell.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Fort Street Mall
Fort Street Mall, Honolulu, HI 96813
The pedestrian only street mall was established in the 1960s as part of an effort to revitalize the downtown area, and it continues to be a popular destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii Theatre Center
1130 Bethel St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Honolulu’s Hawaii Theatre Center opened in 1922 to a world of Vaudeville and silent film.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kuma Kahua Theatre
46 Merchant St, Honolulu, Hawaii
The building was donated to the Kumu Kahua Theatre Company formed with the goal of producing new works by Hawaii playwrights and works reflecting the diverse cultures and experiences of the people of Hawaii.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Podmore
202 Merchant Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Looking for substitutions for the bricks new-comers were accustomed to building with back home, they decided on.... we'll tell you what!
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours
- Customer Service via Phone & Email
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
Exclusions
- Attraction tickets not included.
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
Redemption Instructions
Thanks for booking the Honolulu Historic District audio walking tour!
**HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE TRIPVIA TOURS APP & START THE TOUR**
Tour Code HCHD56
1. Download and install the Tripvia Tours app (look for the logo with the multi-coloured letters). If you're reading this on your phone, tap on this link www.onelink.to/tripvia.
2. Open the app and find the tour you booked
3. Enter tour code HCHD56.
4. Tap 'download tour' ***It is very important to ensure you have a good Wi-Fi or mobile data connection for the download process.
5. Follow the tutorial before leaving for your tour to learn how the app works.
6. Enjoy your tour!
Help → info@tripvia.tours | 1-866-874-7842
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Tripvia Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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