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Home/USA/Hawaii/Oahu/National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific

Explore the Sacred Grounds of Punchbowl Crater

Embark on a profound journey of remembrance at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, also known as Punchbowl Crater. This sacred historical landmark offers a deeply moving experience for travelers seeking to honor military history and the legacy of those who served. Explore beautifully manicured grounds, learn about significant World War II history, and engage in deeply respectful guided tours. Whether you are visiting for a cultural historical tour or a peaceful sightseeing experience, our curated selection of tours provides unparalleled insight into this iconic Hawaiian site. Discover the solemn beauty and breathtaking views that make this a must-see destination for every traveler visiting Oahu.

4.8/5 avg ratingTours from $8936 unique experiences86% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.83★ average

Based on 2,247 pooled reviews with ~88% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$175–$500 typical

Median price is $400, with military themes averaging $375

Tour Length

Tour Length

4–11 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Historical focus

89% of options are themed around history

Booking Info

Booking Info

86% free cancellation

94% of tours offer instant confirmation

Languages

Languages

8 languages offered

Includes EN, JA, DE, ES, FR, KO, RU, and ZH

19 Products

Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki

Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki

6 hrsFree cancellation
4.56 (1,468 reviews)
81.78%
18.22%
Great touramazinggreat tour guide
Viator
$157
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Pearl Harbor: USS Arizona Memorial & USS Missouri Battleship Tour from Waikiki
Summary

Prepare to be moved on this somber but inspiring tour of historic Pearl Harbor. With visits to both the USS Arizona Memorial and the Battleship Missouri, two of the most popular tours on Oahu, this tour is powerful. As a guest on this small-group tour, you’ll receive transportation from the hotel,...

Inclusions
  • Tickets To USS Missouri Battleship. USS Arizona Memorial (depending on availability)
  • Small Group Experience
  • Waikiki Hotel / Accommodation Pickup & Return
Exclusions
  • Pick up from ANY hotel in Ko Olina
  • Pick up from pier/ cruise ship
Itinerary
  • Pearl Harbor National Memorial
  • USS Arizona Memorial
  • Battleship Missouri Memorial
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Bags are not allowed in Pearl Harbor Visitor Center but if needed may be checked and stored for $7.00 per small bag or $10.00 per large bag., A wallet must be no larger than a regular-sized cell phone., Bags that are allowed must be a clear bag approved by the US Navy
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Oahu Pearl Harbor and Island Sightseeing Combination Tour

Private Oahu Pearl Harbor and Island Sightseeing Combination Tour

12 hrsPrivate tourLikely to sell out
5 (16 reviews)
100%
0%
bestabsolutely fantastic dayamazing experience
Viator
$699
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Private Oahu Pearl Harbor and Island Sightseeing Combination Tour
Summary

Combine any route or tour into one incredible, unforgettable day.  Visit Pearl Harbor, then head up to the North Shore, or even cruise around the Ko`olau Mountain Range on a Circle Island Tour after seeing the memorial.  Your Private Tours ensures you have the best experience possible and that you s...

Inclusions
  • Private tour
  • Live commentary on board
Exclusions
  • Food & Drinks, Admission, Equipment Rental Fees
  • Not available for guests with check-in luggage. Guests with check in luggage must book Your Private First/Last Day Tours.
  • City and County Beach Parks are not available on Sundays or Public Holidays
Itinerary
  • Pearl Harbor National Memorial
  • USS Arizona Memorial
  • Battleship Missouri Memorial
  • Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
  • Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
  • Waikele Premium Outlets
  • Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace
  • Diamond Head State Monument
  • Halona Blowhole
  • Nu’uanu Pali
  • Byodo-in Temple
  • Kualoa Regional Park
  • Sunset Beach
  • Waimea Valley
  • Waimea Bay
  • Dole Plantation
  • Turtle Bay Beach
  • Green World Coffee Farms
  • King Kamehameha Statue
  • Iolani Palace
  • Bishop Museum
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • Waikiki
  • Waikiki Beach
  • Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Include any activity, pick up/drop off requests at checkout., Unless otherwise indicated, all policies listed on our website apply., Only collapsable wheelchair 50 lbs or less., Must be able to physically enter/exit vehicle unassisted., Please clear any wheelchairs/strollers in advance., Tickets to the Arizona Memorial must be booked via recreation.gov in advance., Must cancel outside of 72 hours for 95% refund.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Private Oahu Custom Tour by Sprinter Van | Up to 10 Guests

Private Oahu Custom Tour by Sprinter Van | Up to 10 Guests

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.9 (10 reviews)
92%
8%
best experiencesGreat guideGreat personalized tour
Viator
$850
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Private Oahu Custom Tour by Sprinter Van | Up to 10 Guests
Summary

Explore Oʻahu your way on a fully private island tour designed around your group’s interests, pace, and priorities. This is not a shared circle-island bus tour or fixed checklist experience. Your group travels together in a private high-roof Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with climate control, privacy-t...

Inclusions
  • Onboard display screen available for compatible devices
  • Use of onboard cooler/fridge
Exclusions
  • Admission tickets, activity fees, or paid attractions
  • Parking, attraction fees, or optional add-ons when requested
Itinerary
  • Diamond Head Lookout
  • Halona Blowhole
  • Makapu‘U Point
  • Tropical Farms (The Macadamia Nut Farm Outlet)
  • Mokoli’i Island
  • Kualoa Ranch
  • Polynesian Cultural Center
  • Kahuku Sugar Mill
  • Waimea Valley
  • North Shore
  • Hale‘iwa Town Center
  • Old Waialua Sugar Mill
  • Dole Plantation
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • Iolani Palace
  • King Kamehameha Statue
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Family-friendly Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Downtown with private transportation

Family-friendly Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Downtown with private transportation

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellationFamily friendly
4.89 (18 reviews)
95.74%
4.26%
Highly recommendextremely knowledgeableVery friendly guide
Viator
$330
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Family-friendly Pearl Harbor and Honolulu Downtown with private transportation
Summary

MSH offers exclusive, high-end tours that can be customized according to your own personal preferences. Pearl Harbor visitor center is all about the history of the WWII and the Pearl Harbor attack. It offers two museums with videos, artifacts from that time, photographs of the horrific attack and mu...

Inclusions
  • Local Taxes
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
Itinerary
  • USS Arizona Memorial
  • King Kamehameha Statue
  • Iolani Palace
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A minimum of 2 people per booking is required, If needed, the tour can accommodate up to 11 passengers., Please send email address where we can contact you. We will send the tickets to you via email., If you want to add an other tour or activity on the same day please contact us and we will accomodate your requests., Free pick up from Waikiki hotels. Other locations that is not in Waikiki will have additional fee, please call us a couple of days before to schedule your pick up.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

30 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

30 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu

30 minsFree cancellation
4.86 (29 reviews)
97.59%
2.41%
amazingamazing experienceamazing views
Viator
$319
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30 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu
Summary

Experience Oahu from above on our 30-minute Honolulu helicopter tour. Your flight begins over Waikiki’s famous shoreline before continuing toward the iconic Diamond Head Crater. From there, enjoy beautiful views along Oahu’s south shore, including Koko Head, Makapuʻu Lighthouse, and the surrounding ...

Inclusions
  • Cell phone lanyard
  • Aviation Headset
Exclusions
  • Parties over 380 lbs must upgrade to private or may be canceled without refund.
Itinerary
  • Oahu
  • Honolulu Harbor
  • Ala Moana Beach Park
  • Magic Island
  • Ala Wai Yacht Harbor
  • Waikiki
  • Diamond Head Crater
  • Waialae Beach Park
  • Downtown Honolulu
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • Moanalua Gardens
  • Aloha Stadium
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri

Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri

7 hrsFree cancellation
4.75 (12 reviews)
96.23%
3.77%
absolutely amazingHighly recommendVery knowledgeable
Viator
$157
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Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri
Summary

Experience Pearl Harbor like never before with our official licensed guides. Skip the lines and enjoy priority access to the USS Arizona Memorial, Battleship Missouri, and more, saving you time and hassle. Our expert guides bring history to life with insider stories you won’t get anywhere else. Trav...

Inclusions
  • Convenient Waikiki Hotel Pickup
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks are not included
Itinerary
  • Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center
  • USS Arizona Memorial
  • Battleship Missouri Memorial
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • King Kamehameha Statue
  • Iolani Palace
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Deluxe Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Tour

Deluxe Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Tour

7 hrsFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.6 (25 reviews)
75%
25%
was greatAwesome experiencevery knowledgeable
Viator
$135
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Deluxe Arizona Memorial and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Tour
Summary

This Pearl Harbor Tour is great for those interested in WWII history and especially aviation history. This tour takes you to the heart of Hawaii, where Pearl Harbor is located. The Arizona Memorial is the most visited tourist destination in Hawaii. The USS Arizona Memorial Monument is the resting pl...

Inclusions
  • Tour guide
  • Tickets to Arizona Memorial are included ( please read the Arizona Memorial ticket disclaimer )
  • Your round-trip Waikiki hotel pick up as part of a very small group
  • One bottle of water and one bottled of canned tropical juice per passenger
  • Ticket to Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum + audio set tour ( Value $35.00 per person )
Exclusions
  • We cannot meet guests at Pearl Harbor or any other location outside of the designated pickup areas.
Itinerary
  • Pearl Harbor National Memorial
  • Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
  • Honolulu
  • Kawaiaha'o Church
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • Waikiki
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Best Of Pearl Harbor: The Complete Experience Tour

Best Of Pearl Harbor: The Complete Experience Tour

10 hrsFree cancellation
4.5 (54 reviews)
83.99%
16.01%
Great touramazingvery knowledgeable
Viator
$207
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Best Of Pearl Harbor: The Complete Experience Tour
Summary

Calling all WWII history fans! Pearl Harbor Tours’ most comprehensive day tour of the Park allows you to experience and explore! It’s almost like turning back the clock to that very day. You’ll visit the USS Arizona Memorial, the world-famous stark-white structure that straddles the great battleship...

Inclusions
  • Admission Tickets to USS Arizona Memorial
  • Deck Tour of the ‘Mighty Mo’ & USS Oklahoma Memorial
  • Ford Island Transportation
  • USS Missouri Battleship
Itinerary
  • Pearl Harbor Historic Sites Visitor Center
  • USS Arizona Memorial
  • USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park
  • Battleship Missouri Memorial
  • Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
  • National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
  • Iolani Palace
  • King Kamehameha Statue
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Bags are not allowed in Pearl Harbor Visitor Center but if needed may be checked and stored for $7.00 per small bag or $10.00 per large bag., Bags that are allowed must be a clear bag approved by the US Navy, A wallet must be no larger than a regular-sized cell phone.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From Waikiki: Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Program

From Waikiki: Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Program

4 hrs
4.32 (272 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$58
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From Waikiki: Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial Program
Summary

Visit Pearl Harbor to join the USS Arizona Memorial Program and roundtrip transfer from Waikiki. Drive past the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and Honolulu city.

Oahu: Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona, Might Mo, & Honolulu Tour

Oahu: Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona, Might Mo, & Honolulu Tour

7 hrs
4.31 (174 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$142
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Oahu: Pearl Harbor, USS Arizona, Might Mo, & Honolulu Tour
Summary

Journey through the legacy of Pearl Harbor. Explore the USS Arizona Memorial, marvel at the Mighty Mo battleship, and take a ride through the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Yes, booking ahead is highly recommended. Among the options we compare, 32% are flagged as likely to sell out, so securing your spot early can prevent disappointment.

There is a significant variety of ways to visit. The largest share of the 19 tours we compare are private tours, accounting for 42% of the options. You can also find tours of varying lengths, typically ranging from about 4 to 12 hours.

Prices vary depending on the level of personalization and duration. Across the booking platforms we monitor, most tours cost between $138–$624, with a typical spread reaching up to $854.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Based on 2,072 pooled reviews across booking platforms, the tours hold an average rating of 4.62★. Travelers frequently describe the experiences as awesome, beautiful, and highly recommended, often noting that the guides are knowledgeable and courteous.

Yes, there is excellent multilingual support available. Among the tours we compare, options are offered in 8 different languages: English, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, Chinese, and Italian.

Flexibility is common when booking through various platforms. The majority of the options we compare, specifically 68%, offer free cancellation, allowing you to adjust your plans if needed.

While most tours focus on the historical and memorial aspects of the site, there are a few specialized tags. Among the listings, 5% are tagged eco-friendly and 5% are tagged family-friendly.

Admission is free. There is no fee to enter, but you should check the official website for scheduled ceremonies.

Please dress respectfully. Avoid swimwear or overly casual beach attire to honor the solemnity of the site.

Restrooms and water fountains are available. There are limited shaded areas, so bring sun protection and water.

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