Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
VoiceMap Audio Tours
Unlock the storied heart of Hawaii‘s capital, Honolulu on this self-guided walking tour through its Downtown and Chinatown districts. Your guide on this audio adventure is Kapena, a local guide who was born and raised in Oahu. Dive into the city‘s rich cultural heritage and learn about missionaries, diverse religions, and the way it fits into the wider world. Explore the city‘s glitzy side by seeing iconic film and television locations, such as the headquarters of Queens Hospital and the Honolulu Police Department, which both feature in the popular television series, Hawaii Five-0. See the statue of Elvis Presley on Ward Avenue, and hear about his performances in Hawaii. Walk through Hawaii‘s oldest city park, Thomas Square Park and swing through Chinatown, one of America‘s most historic. From the start of this Honolulu tour at King Kamehameha Statue to its end in front of the Queen Lili‘uokalani Statue by Iolani Palace, you‘ll learn all about the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Departure Point
- The tour starts at the at the Kamehameha Statue in Downtown Honolulu in front of Ali'iolani Hale. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return Details
- The tour ends outside 'Iolani Palace, if the gates are open we suggest heading inside and taking a look.
Duration
2 hours - 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue
417 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Start your tour at this striking bronze statue honoring Hawaii's greatest king, draped in traditional lei. Discover the fascinating stories of his royal descendants and their remarkable achievements on the world stage.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kawaiahaʻo Church
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
See Hawaii's first Christian church, built from 14,000 coral blocks harvested from local reefs. Step inside this historic 1842 sanctuary known as the "Westminster Abbey of Hawaii" where royalty was crowned and married.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Capitol
415 S. Beretania St., , Honolulu, Hawaii
Pass by this unique architectural marvel, one of only 11 state capitols without a traditional dome. Discover how its distinctive open-air design symbolizes Hawaii's volcanic origins and island geography.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Aloha Tower Marketplace
1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, Hawaii
Walk past this beautifully restored 1922 movie palace, known as the "Pride of the Pacific." Learn how this beloved neoclassical landmark survived decades of demolition threats to become a thriving cultural center.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Chinatown
Honolulu, HI 96817
Stroll through the marketplace surrounding this iconic 1926 lighthouse that once welcomed ocean liners to Honolulu. Hear how this was Hawaii's tallest building when Pearl Harbor was attacked during World War II.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace
1184 Bishop St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Explore one of America's oldest Chinatowns, a vibrant neighborhood filled with markets, shops, and authentic eateries. Experience the neighborhood's fascinating wartime history and enjoy award-winning Vietnamese cuisine at the Pig and the Lady.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Thomas Square
925 S Beretania St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
View Hawaii's oldest Catholic cathedral, a striking French Gothic Revival building consecrated in 1843. Marvel at the beautiful stained glass windows and hear about the missionaries who shaped Hawaii's religious landscape.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Walk through Hawaii's oldest public park, a peaceful green space dating back to 1843. Enjoy the shade of mature trees while learning about its significance in Hawaiian sovereignty history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Ali'iolani Hale
417 King Street, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Pass by this living history museum featuring New England-style homes built by missionaries in the 1820s. Discover how these early arrivals influenced Hawaiian culture, language, and eventual political change.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Iolani Palace
364 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
See the Hawaii State Supreme Court building, instantly recognizable as the headquarters from Hawaii Five-0. Learn about its original purpose as a royal palace and its role in Hawaii's judicial history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii Theatre
1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Visit Hawaii's oldest bar, a classic navy watering hole that's been serving sailors and locals since 1935. Step inside this authentic dive bar to experience a piece of old Honolulu that has remained unchanged for generations.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Smith's Union Bar
19 North Hotel Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Admire America's only royal palace, a magnificent Victorian-era building where Hawaiian monarchs once ruled. Explore the grand halls where Hawaii's last queen was imprisoned during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
- Smart phone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
───
Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
───
Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
Create an account
Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
───
You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
───
For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
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 VoiceMap Audio 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.
Unlock the storied heart of Hawaii‘s capital, Honolulu on this self-guided walking tour through its Downtown and Chinatown districts. Your guide on this audio adventure is Kapena, a local guide who was born and raised in Oahu. Dive into the city‘s rich cultural heritage and learn about missionaries, diverse religions, and the way it fits into the wider world. Explore the city‘s glitzy side by seeing iconic film and television locations, such as the headquarters of Queens Hospital and the Honolulu Police Department, which both feature in the popular television series, Hawaii Five-0. See the statue of Elvis Presley on Ward Avenue, and hear about his performances in Hawaii. Walk through Hawaii‘s oldest city park, Thomas Square Park and swing through Chinatown, one of America‘s most historic. From the start of this Honolulu tour at King Kamehameha Statue to its end in front of the Queen Lili‘uokalani Statue by Iolani Palace, you‘ll learn all about the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Departure Point
- The tour starts at the at the Kamehameha Statue in Downtown Honolulu in front of Ali'iolani Hale. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return Details
- The tour ends outside 'Iolani Palace, if the gates are open we suggest heading inside and taking a look.
Duration
2 hours - 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Audio guide - English
- Printed guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: King Kamehameha Statue
417 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Start your tour at this striking bronze statue honoring Hawaii's greatest king, draped in traditional lei. Discover the fascinating stories of his royal descendants and their remarkable achievements on the world stage.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Kawaiahaʻo Church
957 Punchbowl Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
See Hawaii's first Christian church, built from 14,000 coral blocks harvested from local reefs. Step inside this historic 1842 sanctuary known as the "Westminster Abbey of Hawaii" where royalty was crowned and married.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii State Capitol
415 S. Beretania St., , Honolulu, Hawaii
Pass by this unique architectural marvel, one of only 11 state capitols without a traditional dome. Discover how its distinctive open-air design symbolizes Hawaii's volcanic origins and island geography.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Aloha Tower Marketplace
1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, Hawaii
Walk past this beautifully restored 1922 movie palace, known as the "Pride of the Pacific." Learn how this beloved neoclassical landmark survived decades of demolition threats to become a thriving cultural center.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Chinatown
Honolulu, HI 96817
Stroll through the marketplace surrounding this iconic 1926 lighthouse that once welcomed ocean liners to Honolulu. Hear how this was Hawaii's tallest building when Pearl Harbor was attacked during World War II.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace
1184 Bishop St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Explore one of America's oldest Chinatowns, a vibrant neighborhood filled with markets, shops, and authentic eateries. Experience the neighborhood's fascinating wartime history and enjoy award-winning Vietnamese cuisine at the Pig and the Lady.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Thomas Square
925 S Beretania St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
View Hawaii's oldest Catholic cathedral, a striking French Gothic Revival building consecrated in 1843. Marvel at the beautiful stained glass windows and hear about the missionaries who shaped Hawaii's religious landscape.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
553 S King St, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Walk through Hawaii's oldest public park, a peaceful green space dating back to 1843. Enjoy the shade of mature trees while learning about its significance in Hawaiian sovereignty history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Ali'iolani Hale
417 King Street, , Honolulu, Hawaii
Pass by this living history museum featuring New England-style homes built by missionaries in the 1820s. Discover how these early arrivals influenced Hawaiian culture, language, and eventual political change.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Iolani Palace
364 South King Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
See the Hawaii State Supreme Court building, instantly recognizable as the headquarters from Hawaii Five-0. Learn about its original purpose as a royal palace and its role in Hawaii's judicial history.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Hawaii Theatre
1130 Bethel Street, Honolulu, HI 96813
Visit Hawaii's oldest bar, a classic navy watering hole that's been serving sailors and locals since 1935. Step inside this authentic dive bar to experience a piece of old Honolulu that has remained unchanged for generations.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Smith's Union Bar
19 North Hotel Street, Honolulu, HI 96817
Admire America's only royal palace, a magnificent Victorian-era building where Hawaiian monarchs once ruled. Explore the grand halls where Hawaii's last queen was imprisoned during the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
- Smart phone and headphones
- Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Redemption Instructions
VOICEMAP CODE
───
Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.
This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.
DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
───
Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:
Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
Create an account
Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
Enter your code then select Download Now
PLEASE NOTE
───
You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.
SUPPORT
───
For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me
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 VoiceMap Audio 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.
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services. Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts. Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings