Manoa Travel Guide
Honolulu
Popular places to visit
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Hawaii at Manoa during your visit to Honolulu. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead
Take a hike through the lush Hawaiian rainforest to discover a wealth of flora and Oahu’s most impressive waterfall.
Makiki Forest Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Makiki Forest Recreation Area and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to Honolulu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Lyon Arboretum
Enjoy an outing to Lyon Arboretum during your stay in Honolulu. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Queen Emma Summer Palace
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Queen Emma Summer Palace during your travels in Honolulu. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.
Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside
You can take time to visit Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Wayside during your travels to Honolulu. Discover the area's waterfalls and monuments.
Things to do
Waikiki Trolley Pass All Line Hop-On Hop-Off
Waikiki Starlight Luau on The Great Lawn-Hilton Hawaiian Village
Waikiki Catamaran Cruise (Daytime & Sunset)
Waikiki and Diamond Head Parasailing Experience
Parasailing in Waikiki from Oahu Hawaii
Parasailing in Waikiki Hawaii
Top hotels in Manoa
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
Awesome
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort & Spa
Our room was clean. The staff were friendly and courteous.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort
Perfect home base for my first Waikiki experience. I definitely recommend the ocean view.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
'Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach
Great hotel in a great location.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Twin Fin Hotel
Very nice experience
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manoa
Tantalus
While visiting Tantalus, you might make a stop by sights like Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area.
Makiki
If you're spending some time in Makiki, Honolulu Museum of Art and Makiki Forest Recreation Area are top sights worth seeing.
McCully - Moiliʻili
Though McCully - Moiliʻili may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ala Moana Center and Waikiki Beach Walk.
Palolo
While Palolo isn't home to many top sights, Na Ala Hele Manoa Falls Trailhead and Manoa Valley Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis
If you're spending some time in Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis, Waikiki Beach and Ala Wai Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Kaimuki
If you're spending some time in Kaimuki, Diamond Head State Monument and Kapi'olani Community College Farmers' Market are top sights worth seeing.
