morningThe morning is the best time to visit Pearl Harbor. The last tour at Pearl Harbor (with short documentary and boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial) is at 3:00 PM. From Oahu, all our tours depart in the morning and duration of tour range from 5 hours to 10 hours.
Does Pearl Harbor get busy?
Pearl Harbor's busiest day of the year comes on December 7, the anniversary of the attack. Along with the public Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremonies held on that day, travelers come from all over to pay their respects to the fallen men and women of the 1941 attack.
Should you buy Pearl Harbor tickets in advance?
Should Pearl Harbor Reservations be made in advance? We suggest that guests make reservations for their Pearl Harbor tour at the same time as when they are planning their trip to Hawaii. Tickets are limited and for many people, a Hawaiian vacations aren't something you are able to do every year.
What is the best time of day to visit USS Arizona?
morningIf you'd like, you can reserve your tickets online, up to two months in advance. This will ensure you get to visit the Memorial on your trip to Hawaii. Reserve your tickets for late morning or mid-afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds. The last program begins at 3:00 pm.
How early should I get to Pearl Harbor?
How often do shuttles run at Pearl Harbor?
Parking & ShuttleFree shuttles depart approximately every 15 minutes from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.
Are phones allowed at Pearl Harbor?
Wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, canes, umbrellas, jackets, sweaters, small wallets, medication, small cameras and camcorders, cell phones, and small sealable beverage containers are permitted and subject to inspection. Pets are not allowed under current Pearl Harbor security policies.
How early to get to USS Arizona?
The Visitor Center opens at 7:00 am daily, and programs for the USS Arizona Memorial run every 15 minutes, beginning at 7:30 am. If you haven't reserved your tickets in advance, you should get to the Visitor Center as close to 7:00 am as possible or risk not being able to obtain tickets for that day.
Can you bring a wallet to Pearl Harbor?
While cameras, water bottles, wallets, and other small items can be brought on site, no bags (or other items that offer concealment) are allowed at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center. However, on the FAQ page (https://www.nps.gov/valr/faqs.htm) it says: Can I bring bags onsite?
Do you need your ID for Pearl Harbor?
Although you are no longer required to show ID at Pearl Harbor to visit the Arizona Memorial, it is important that you have ID with you. You may be denied entrance to Ford Island (Battleship Missouri and Pacific Aviation Museum) if you do not have your current ID.