By Alli Sewell
Introduction
The best free things to do in Oahu, Hawaii, include hiking, relaxing on beaches, and...
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Hanauma Bay is one more of the incredible Honolulu landmarks. However, there is an admission...
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Ho'omaluhia Botanical Garden in Honolulu covers 400 acres and features an array of flora and...
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Located a short drive from central Oahu, Manoa Falls is a 150-foot-tall waterfall you can...
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Ala Moana Center is a large open-air shopping mall in Honolulu next to Ala Moana...
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Sunset Beach is located on the Oahu North Shore. It's a scenic sandy beach known...
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Located on the North Shore are two famous welcome signs that are popular photo-op locations...
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A visit to the Hawaii State Art Museum is an excellent idea for a fun...
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Kapiolani Regional Park is Hawaii's largest park. It's also the second oldest park in Hawaii...
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The King Kamehameha statue is located outside of Honolulu's Aliʻiōlani Hale building and opposite the...
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The Halona Blowhole is located just off Hanauma Bay. The landmark is a rock formation...
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Visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center is one of the best things to do in Oahu...
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Ala Moana Beach Park is another excellent place to go if you're traveling on a...
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The Makapu'u Point Lighthouse Trail is located east of Oahu and is a relatively easy...
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Opened in 1926, the Aloha Tower has been a much-loved Oahu landmark for almost 100...
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If you enjoy outdoor activities, following the Lanikai Pillbox hiking trail has to be on...
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Going to Liliʻuokalani Botanical Garden is another of many free things to do in Honolulu...
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One of the more unique places to visit for free is the National Memorial Cemetery...
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Another beautiful outdoor attraction is the Nu'uanu Pali Lookout. The lookout is located on Koʻolau...
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Kuilima Cove at Turtle Bay is one of the best snorkeling spots in Oahu. If...
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Located at the Ala Moana Center, the Aloha Home Market is a pop-up market that...
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There are numerous beaches across Oahu, and visiting most of them is free. Going to...
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If you're exploring Honolulu on a budget, seeing the area's street art is a must...
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A Pau Hana Music show is one of the best things to see in Oahu...
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Another excellent outdoor attraction in Oahu that's free to visit is Makaha Beach Park. As...
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Aloha Stadium Swap Meet & Marketplace is another great market to check out with free...
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The Royal Hawaiian Center is a luxury shopping mall in Honolulu, Oahu. Along with browsing...
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Another of the free activities in Oahu, Hawaii, to partake in at the Royal Hawaiian...
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The Royal Hawaiian Resort is an iconic Waikiki landmark known for its pink facade. Getting...
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A fun fact about Hawaii is that surfing has been enjoyed for centuries. When in...
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Waikiki Beach is one of the most stunning beaches in Hawaii. It's also close to...
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If you like crafting, head over to the Royal Hawaiian Center to attend a free...
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Hilton Hawaiian Village is a luxury resort near the famous Waikiki Beach. Every Friday night...
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One of the most fun free things to do in Honolulu at night is going...
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Kalakaua Avenue is an excellent free place to explore any time of day. However, the...
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Another great place to watch a music and hula show for free in Oahu is...
Conclusion
Oahu is a bucket list destination in the beautiful state of Hawaii. There are several...
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