Visiting Pearl Harbor

Pearl Harbor Sites Get a New Name

March 15, 2019 ·

Since 2008, many of the Pearl Harbor memorials and exhibits have been administered by the US National Park Service under the blanket of the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument. Then-President George W. Bush issued an executive order, creating a new monument that encompassed multiple sites across three states. In addition to […]

The Best Way To Get to Pearl Harbor

March 02, 2019 ·

Whenever you're travelling out of town, one of the most pressing issues is how to get around your destination. For example, you’re traveling to Oahu and need to find transportation for your visit to Pearl Harbor. You’re probably wondering if some options are better than others, and with so many to choose from, it's a […]

What's Not Included with Pearl Harbor Tours

February 12, 2019 ·

Tours of historic Pearl Harbor provide access to the incredible sites and locations affected by the events of December 7, 1941. Depending on your interests and the time you have available, there is a wide variety of Pearl Harbor tours, from a brief excursion that only visits the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center and the USS […]

What Is the Pearl Harbor Remembrance Circle?

February 06, 2019 ·

There are many sites and exhibits to see when you visit Pearl Harbor. From the moment you arrive at the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, you’re surrounded by information of the Japanese assault of December 7, 1941. In addition to the museums and exhibits of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, one […]

History's Not Your Thing. Visit Pearl Harbor Anyway.

January 28, 2019 ·

Not everyone is an American history buff. Or any history, for that matter. World History may not have been your strongest subject and you’ve yet to spend more than five minutes watching a History Channel special. Does that mean you shouldn’t bother visiting the historic sites at Pearl Harbor when you're visiting Hawaii? Not at […]

How Can I Minimize Walking at Pearl Harbor?

January 17, 2019 ·

A visit to the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument is primarily a walking experience. From the moment you arrive at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you’re on your feet, trekking from one exhibit to the next. This may not be ideal for all visitors, especially those with mobility issues or others […]

Why Take a Guided Pearl Harbor Tour?

January 11, 2019 ·

We get it. You’re the independent type. You enjoy exploring new things on your own, and the idea of sharing a new experience with strangers doesn’t appeal to you. You're not the only one. There are many activities where you’re better left to your own devices, but when it comes to gaining a better understanding […]

Organizing Your Visit to Pearl Harbor

January 01, 2019 ·

You're coming to Hawaii, and near the top of your list of things to do while you're here is a visit to Pearl Harbor. There's a lot to see at the historic naval base, so it's a good idea to plan out the day so you get the most out of your time there. Where […]