Honolulu/Downtown

Downtown Honolulu is the commercial and governmental center of the Hawaiian Islands, with a number of cultural attractions for visitors to enjoy. Unlike many cities in the United States, Honolulu's downtown has few hotels, with the city's major concentration of hotels located in the tourist center of Honolulu/Waikiki|Waikiki. Nevertheless, Downtown Honolulu and its adjacent neighborhoods have many historical and cultural attractions for the tourist to see, as well as a few nice parks and a smattering of restaurants.

Travel to Honolulu/Downtown

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Printable Maps|[[:Honolulu downtown map - Map of Downtown Honolulu}} From Waikiki, taking Ala Moana Boulevard west will take you to the waterfront section of downtown, Aloha Tower, and Chinatown. To get to the Capital District from Waikiki, take Kalakaua Avenue and follow it until it ends at Beretania Street; Beretania Street will lead you into downtown.

From the airport and points west, you have the option of taking the H1 freeway eastbound to the Nimitz Highway (State Road 92) and following it into Downtown, or staying on H1 and getting off at either Vineyard Blvd (State Road 98) and following it into Downtown, or the Pali Highway (State Road 61) and turning south. From points east of Waikiki, get on H1 westbound and get off at Vineyard Blvd (State Road 98).

If you plan on driving to downtown Honolulu, be sure to bring a lot of quarters. Parking meters are easy to find, but the charge is 10 minutes per quarter. Many parking garages and parking lots are only equipped with parking meters. These include the ones underneath the state capitol building and at the Iolani palace. Without coins, it is extremely difficult to find a place to park.

Many bus routes serve Downtown, making it pretty easy to get to by mass transit. From the airport, routes #19 and #20 travel through Downtown, passing by the waterfront before continuing on to Waikiki. Routes #2 and #13 also connect Downtown to Waikiki, traveling along King and Beretania Streets pass the capitol neighborhood.

How to get around in Honolulu/Downtown

Downtown Honolulu is about one mile across; all the major attractions are within walking distance of each other. Locations in the Ala Moana neighborhood are distant enough from Downtown to make driving or public transit more convenient; routes #19 and #20 of TheBus run along Ala Moana Boulevard.

What to see in Honolulu/Downtown

Honolulu Aliiolani Hale - Ali'iolani Hale and King Kamehameha I

• Bishop Street is Honolulu's equivalent of Wall Street, home to most of Honolulu's skyscrapers, including the First Hawaiian Center GPS 21.3079,-157.8616 and the tallest building in the Hawaiian Islands (450 ft/137 m tall).

• Aloha Tower - 1 Aloha Tower Dr 21.3071, -157.8660 1 block oceanside of Nimitz Highway between Bishop and Fort Sts Opening Hours: Daily 9AM Monday - 5PM Free Completed in September 1926 and the Aloha Tower was for a long time the tallest building in Honolulu and was the first thing that tourists arriving by ship would see.

• Hawaii State Art Museum - 250 South Hotel St, 2nd Floor 21.3086, -157.858 across Richards Street from the state capitol ☎ +1 808 586-0900 Opening Hours: Tu–Sa 10AM–4PM; closed all State and Federal holidays Free Hawaii State Art Museum No. 1 Capitol District Building, Honolulu, HI Occupies the second floor of a beautifully restored historic building with displays of visual art by Hawaii artists in three galleries with both permanent and rotating displays. Also has evening concerts on the lawn.

• Gothic Church Church of Saint Andrew - 229 Queen Emma Plaza 21.3099, -157.8572 ☎ +1 808 524-2822 - Seat of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawaii. Commissioned by King Kamehameha IV and Queen Emma and completed by King Kamehameha V in 1867.

• Kawaiahao Church - 957 Punchbowl Street 21.3044, -157.8579 ☎ +1 808 522-1333 - The Westminster Abbey of Hawaii, historic church of Hawaiian royalty, constructed between 1836 and 1842. A historic cemetery is adjacent to the church.

• Gothic Church of Our Lady of Peace - 1184 Bishop Street 21.3106, -157.8591 on the Fort Street Mall between Beretania Street and Chaplain Ln ☎ +1 808 536-7036 - Seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Honolulu and the original structure dates to 1843.

• Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives - 553 South King Street 21.3039, -157.8569 ☎ +1 808 447-3910 Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10AM Monday - 4PM $10, $8 residents/seniors/military, $6 students Three restored houses, temporary exhibition gallery, and research library provide a unique glimpse into 19th-century Hawaiian life.

• Foster Botanical Garden - 180 North Vineyard Blvd 21.3164, -157.8579 near Chinatown at the intersection of Nu'uanu avenue and Vineyard Boulevard ☎ +1 808 522-7060 Opening Hours: Daily 9AM Monday - 4PM $5 adults, $3 residents, $1 children 6-12 A collection of rare and beautiful plants from the tropical regions of the world.

Capitol Grounds

Iolani Palace (1328) - ʻIolani Palace

• Hawaii State Capitol Building - 415 South Beretania Street 21.3073, -157.8573 between Punchbowl and Richard Sts Completed in 1969 and the State Capitol has a modern, open-air design, with pillars reminiscent of palm tree trunks, and two conical structures symbolizing volcanoes containing the House and Senate chambers, all surrounded by a moat of water representing the ocean.

• `Iolani Palace - 364 South King Street 21.3068, -157.8587 cnr of King and Richards Street ☎ +1 808 522-0822 Opening from Monday to Saturday 9AM Monday - 4PM Self-guided audio tours $14.75 adults, $6 children; guided tours $21.75 adults, $6 children - guided tours 9AM Monday - 11:15AM, audio tours 11:45AM Monday - 3:30PM Iolani Palace dates back to 1882 and was the official residence of the Hawaiian Kingdom's last two monarchs. As a result of careful restoration and continued preservation, today's visitors to this National Historic Landmark in downtown Honolulu can experience one of the most precise historic restorations and learn much about Hawaiian history and legacy. Next to the palace is `Iolani Barracks, a small fortress-like building.

• Ali'iolani Hale - 417 South King Street 21.3055, -157.8600 across King Street from `Iolani Palace - A historic building that is the seat of the Hawaii State Supreme Court and is noted for the Kamehameha the Great Statue in front, which is often adorned with leis.

• Washington Place - across Beretania Street from the state capitol 21.3088, -157.8567 ☎ +1 808 586-0248 - The private home of Hawaii's last monarch, Queen Liliuokalani, it is now the governor's mansion. Call to reserve tours.

• Honolulu Hale | 530 South King Street 21.3053, -157.8570 across Punchbowl Street from the capitol grounds - In the Hawaiian language, "Honolulu Hale" literally means "Honolulu House", a fitting name for Honolulu's city hall.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Honolulu/Downtown

• Ala Moana Park | 21.2901, -157.8482 along Ala Moana Blvd between Downtown and Waikiki - A pleasant green space with plenty of grassy lawns and trees, as well as a lovely beach that's popular with local families. An outer reef keeps the water very calm, perfect for children or a nice swim. Lifeguards, showers, restrooms, picnic tables, and food concessions are available.

• Kewalo Basin | 21.2930, -157.8569 - Boat charters are available from Kewalo Basin, adjacent to Ala Moana Park, with numerous operators offering short cruises.

• Kakaako Waterfront Park | 21.2940, -157.8633 just off Ala Moana Blvd at the end of Cooke Street - A nice park southeast of Downtown, situated on the water. There's no beach, but a pleasant oceanside walk and some rolling, grassy hills. Just off-shore is a popular surfing spot known as "Point Panic".

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Honolulu/Downtown

Aloha Tower (12997774614) - Aloha Tower

The area around the intersection of Nuuanu and Pauahi is filled with art galleries and antique shops. The first Friday of every month is a downtown festival into the evening and all the galleries are open late. There is also a Farmer's Market every Tuesday and Friday from 7:30AM until 2:30PM on the Fort Street Mall, a pedestrian-only walkway running parallel to Bishop Street from Beretania Avenue to the waterfront.

• Aloha Tower Marketplace - 21.3065, -157.8656 - Next to Aloha Tower on the waterfront, this mall is best known for several well-known restaurants, such as Gordon Biersch and Hooters. This is also where some cruise liners are received.

• Ala Moana Center - 21.2910, -157.8434 - The largest shopping mall in Hawaii and the largest open-air shopping mall in the world. Has over 250 stores on four levels, a massive food court with many different world cuisines, and everything from the practical (groceries and medicine) to high-fashion (Chanel, Prada, etc.) and in between (Limited, American Eagle). The mall's anchor stores are Shirokiya (Japanese Department Store), Sears, Macy's, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus. The mall is extremely popular with both local residents and tourists alike, so much so that residents of other Hawaiian islands fly in just to shop here.

• Chinatown 21.3126, -157.8631 - Located downtown on the blocks just east of the river, Chinatown is an extremely interesting place to visit and shop during the day. The markets contain fresh produce, including many exotic tropical and Asian fruits and vegetables, along with fresh seafood and other items. On many corners you will find women manufacturing leis (the ornamental flowered necklace). And, you can obtain one made to your specifications, usually fresher and for far less money than you can find them in other places. The best time to visit is between early morning and noon, because the markets and retail outlets begin to close in the early afternoon. Begin your day with a dim sum brunch, or stop at one of the Noodles houses and have an authentic dining experience. At night, however, Chinatown has a reputation for being unsafe and is best avoided, though this shouldn't discourage anyone from going during the day.

• Victoria Ward Centers - 21.2954, -157.8543 along Ala Moana Blvd east of Ward Ave - A four-block shopping area with 120 stores, including major tenants like The Sports Authority and Borders as well as small boutiques, restaurants, a farmers market and 16-screen megaplex and entertainment center. Encompasses Ward Centre, Ward Warehouse, Ward Entertainment Center, Ward Farmers Market, Ward Village Shops and Ward Gateway Center.

Halal Food & Restaurants

• 53 By The Sea - 53 Ahui Street 21.2915, -157.8608 ☎ +1 808 536-5353 Entrées: $18 to $42 Waterfront views of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head. Seafood, Steaks, Pasta.

• Genki Sushi - 1200 Ala Moana Blvd (in the Ward Center) and 1450 Ala Moana Blvd (in the Ala Moana Center) ☎ +1 808 591-5600 - A Japanese-style chain eatery, with employees shouting "irrashaimase!" (welcome) when you enter. Very popular with the younger people, offering many types of sushi moving on a rotating track.

• Little Village Noodles House - 1113 Smith Street 21.3119, -157.8620 - Located in the heart of Chinatown, this bustling restaurant has an extensive menu of Chinese favorites. The food never disappoints, which probably explains why it's almost always packed.

• Legend Seafood - 100 North Beretania #108 21.3140, -157.8615 ☎ +1 808 532-1868 - Best dim sum in Honolulu, easily rivaling places in San Francisco, Los Angeles, etc. Located in Chinatown in a two level Chinese outdoor shopping plaza, Legend serves amazing and authentic dim sum at reasonable prices. Very popular with local residents, and crowded on weekends. Daily 8:30AM Monday - 2PM for dim sum and then again at 5:30PM for dinner. Despite its name, all types of dim sum are served, not just seafood. Their Vegetarian counterpart restaurant is located adjacent, and is also excellent.

• The Mandalay - 1055 Alakea Street 21.3082, -157.8600 ☎ +1 808 525-8585 - Cantonese cuisine and Hong Kong style dim sum in one of Oahu's most elegant and contemporary Chinese settings.

• Zippy's - 59 North Vineyard Boulevard and 1450 Ala Moana Blvd (in the Ala Moana Center) 21.3149, -157.8587 ☎ +1 808 532-4211 - The island equivalent of Denny's, though far more popular with the local residents. There's a wide variety of food, including plate lunches at reasonable prices; their signature dish is their chili, which they prepare in many different ways: served over Rice, over a burrito, or over french fries, to name a few.

• Mai Tai Cafe - Ala Moana Shopping Center, Upper Level 4 - Popular among local residents, especially on weekends and Wednesday nights. Live local music is played Monday to Friday 4-7PM, Saturday Sunday 1PM Monday - 4PM, and nightly 9:30PM Monday - 12:30AM. Happy Hour 8PM Monday - 11PM.

• O'Toole's Irish Pub - 902 Nuuanu Ave 21.3104, -157.8635 in a small brick building at Nuuanu and Marin Street - This excellent little pub has good good booze, and Irish friendliness without going overboard on the imported (or fake) Irish crap. Live music (try to catch Doolin' Rakes and they kick ass!). They serve sandwiches though they are nothing to write home about.

• Murphy's Grill - 2 Merchant Street 21.3101, -157.8635 - Traditional Irish pub food and local specialties. Mr. Murphy reputedly hand-selects the corned beef, which should tell you something about the quality of the food (it's awesome!); they also pour an excellent pint of Guinness.

• Smith's Union Cafe | 19 North Hotel Street 21.3113, -157.8624 ☎ +1 808 538-9145 - First opened in 1935 when this section of Chinatown was a red-light neighborhood and playground for merchant seamen. Come for the affordable drinks and friendly service. Stay for the ukulele jams and karaoke. There is always something to see, either in the restaurant or the "action" on the Hotel Street.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

There are only a couple of hotels in the Downtown area; most hotels in the city are located in Waikiki or near the airport in Honolulu/Western|Western Honolulu.

• Ala Moana Hotel - 410 Atkinson Dr 21.2903, -157.8395 ☎ +1 808 955-4811 +1 808 944-2974 This contemporary hotel is close to many of Honolulu's beautiful beaches and attractions.

• Aston at the Executive Centre Hotel - 1088 Bishop Street 21.3093, -157.8607 ☎ +1 808 539-3000 +1 877-997-6667 $150-300 On the top 10 floors of the 40-story Executive Centre skyscraper in downtown Honolulu. 116 suites.

Telecommunications in Honolulu/Downtown

• Hawaii State Public Library - 478 South King Street 21.3059, -157.8575 on the state capitol grounds, at the junction of South King and Punchbowl Streets ☎ +1 808 586-3617 - The seat of the Hawaiian state library system. Wi-fi access and computers with internet are available, but you'll need a library card to use them - state residents can get one for free, but non-residents have to pay $10 for a 3-month card or $25 for a 5-year card.

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