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June 25, 2025 21 mins

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Pearl Harbor: Tips, Mistakes to Avoid, and Must-See Attractions

Marcie, your expert guide from Hawaii Travel Made Easy, walks you through everything you need to know for a stress-free and meaningful visit to Pearl Harbor on Oahu. This comprehensive Pearl Harbor guide is essential for first-time Hawaii visitors and anyone planning Hawaii vacation activities on Oahu.

Having visited Hawaii over 40 times, she offers invaluable Hawaii travel tips on reserving tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial, exploring other significant Pearl Harbor sites like the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, Battleship Missouri, and the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum. This detailed Oahu travel guide covers the best transportation options, whether to book a Pearl Harbor tour or go self-guided, and how to plan your Pearl Harbor visit effectively.

Perfect for Hawaii vacation planning and Hawaii family travel, Marcie highlights common tourist mistakes and shares Hawaii travel tips on showing respect at this historical Oahu site. Essential for Hawaii vacation planning and maximizing your Oahu experience with expert Pearl Harbor advice.

Tune in for a comprehensive Hawaii travel guide to making your Pearl Harbor visit memorable and hassle-free during your Hawaii vacation.

00:00 Welcome to Hawaii Travel Made Easy

00:17 Planning Your Pearl Harbor Visit

01:02 Reserving Tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial

03:48 Exploring Pearl Harbor's Additional Attractions

07:02 Getting to Pearl Harbor: Transportation Options

09:01 Day Trips to Pearl Harbor from Other Islands

10:23 Guided Tours vs. Self-Guided Visits

12:48 How Much Time to Spend at Pearl Harbor

14:35 Common Mistakes to Avoid

17:46 Final Tips for a Respectful Visit

20:13 Conclusion and Recap

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