The Complete Pearl Harbor Experience

4.9(3,210 Reviews)Pearl Harbor, Oʻahu
SUSTAINABILITY
Eco-Certified Tour

Duration

~9–10 hours (full day)

Distance

Pearl Harbor & Ford Island

Included

Hotel Pickup, All 4 Attraction Tickets & Guided Narration

The Experience

If you have one full day to spend at Pearl Harbor, this is the tour that does it justice. The Complete Pearl Harbor Experience covers every major WWII site at Pearl Harbor in a single, expertly guided day — following the arc of the Pacific War from the morning of the attack to the moment of Japan's surrender. Rather than rushing between stops, this tour gives each site the time and context it deserves, with a knowledgeable guide weaving together the human stories behind the history. Your day begins at Pearl Harbor National Memorial, where the official documentary film sets the scene before your Navy boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial. The white marble structure spans the sunken hull of the battleship, where 1,177 sailors and Marines remain entombed — and where oil still seeps from the wreck more than 80 years later. Next, you'll descend into a completely different chapter of the war: the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park. Called the "Pearl Harbor Avenger," the USS Bowfin is one of the most decorated submarines in U.S. Navy history — responsible for sinking 44 enemy vessels during World War II. You can board the submarine and explore its tight corridors, torpedo rooms, and crew quarters — one of the most immersive naval experiences in Hawaiʻi. From there, the tour moves to Ford Island and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, housed in the original WWII hangars that were strafed during the December 7 attack. Inside you'll find an extraordinary collection of restored aircraft from the Pacific War — including a Japanese Zero, a B-25 Mitchell, and a Corsair — along with interactive exhibits on the air battle over Pearl Harbor. The day concludes aboard the USS Missouri — "The Mighty Mo" — where Japan formally surrendered to Allied forces on September 2, 1945. Stand on the exact spot where the surrender was signed, explore the battleship's massive gun turrets, and end your day with a profound sense of having witnessed history from beginning to end. No other Pearl Harbor tour covers this much ground, in this much depth.

Pricing

All rates are per hour. Military and Kama'āina (Hawaii resident) discounts available with valid ID.

Bus / OptionStandard RateMilitary / Kama'āina
Adult (13+ yrs)$207/hr
Child (3–12 yrs)$197/hr

* Valid military ID or Hawaii driver's license required for discounted rates. Rates subject to change — contact your Aloha Ambassador for a personalised quote.

Unforgettable Moments

USS Arizona Memorial

Board a Navy boat and cross the harbor to the white marble memorial — spanning the sunken hull of the USS Arizona and honoring 1,177 lives lost on December 7, 1941

USS Bowfin Submarine

Board the 'Pearl Harbor Avenger' — one of WWII's most decorated submarines — and explore its torpedo rooms, crew quarters, and tight underwater corridors

Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

Walk through the original WWII hangars — still bearing bullet holes from the 1941 attack — and see restored Pacific War aircraft including a Japanese Zero and B-25 Mitchell

USS Missouri — The Surrender Site

Stand on the exact deck where Japan surrendered to Allied forces on September 2, 1945 — the moment that ended World War II in the Pacific

Ford Island & the Pacific War Timeline

Journey to historic Ford Island at the heart of Pearl Harbor — connecting the full WWII Pacific arc from the attack that started the war to the surrender that ended it

WWII Aircraft & Aviation Exhibits

Get up close with iconic WWII fighter planes and bombers in a museum built inside the actual hangars that were attacked on December 7, 1941

⚠️ Safety Notes

  • No bags or purses allowed at Pearl Harbor — storage lockers available for a fee
  • Strict security screening at all Pearl Harbor sites — allow extra time
  • USS Arizona tickets are timed and limited — tour schedule may adjust accordingly
  • Comfortable walking shoes essential — this is a full day on your feet across multiple sites
  • Full-day commitment of approximately 9–10 hours — bring water and snacks
  • Tour operates rain or shine
  • All ages welcome — moderate walking level throughout

🌿 Environment & Values

  • Pearl Harbor National Memorial is managed and preserved by the National Park Service
  • All four attractions support ongoing restoration and conservation of WWII-era vessels and aircraft
  • Group transportation reduces individual vehicle emissions at Pearl Harbor's busy historic campus
  • Guided storytelling promotes respectful, informed engagement at America's most visited memorial
  • Locally operated by Go Tours Hawaii, supporting Hawaiʻi's local economy and workforce

Frequently Asked Questions

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$197/ person

Adult (13+ yrs)

$207 each

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Child (3–12 yrs)

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