If you want to really see the island – breathtaking North, East, South shores – you will need a car. As much as I love Honolulu, it would be a shame to travel to Oahu and not see the other parts of the Island. Amazing. I agree with the others that renting a car helps you to best utilize your time.
Why are rental cars in Hawaii so expensive?
Car rental prices in Hawaiʻi have always been on the higher end for two reasons. One, Hawaiʻi's global popularity as a year-round getaway keeps demand high, and, two, the limited space means rental companies have smaller accessible inventories when compared to other US states.
Is a car a must in Hawaii?
Is Hawaii a walkable state?
From historic surf towns and colorful art districts to former plantation neighborhoods, Hawaiʻi is home to many great walkable regions. And you'll quickly notice an afternoon can easily slip away when exploring them.
How hard is it to get around Hawaii?
Driving is by far the best way to travel around the islands of Hawaii. There's not much by way of public transportation on most of the islands, and most of the major ones are too big to be experienced on foot or with a bicycle.