A must see if you visit Hawaii. The only disappointing part of this visit is the current COVID situation keeping us from watching the movie before the trip to the USS Arizona. This is a sombering trip and monument dedicated to some of the greatest men and women of the greatest generation of the greatest country in the world.

Very nice memorial, we learned a lot. Because of covid not every part was open. Recommend to make a reservation ahead of time unless going right when they open and you can more than likely get on without one. This is a must see in Oahu. it’s also a FREE tour. We had trouble when searching and found lots of websites that wanted to charge $50 and up.

Very emotional, I recommend getting the guide. It includes the headphones and map. You do pay a little extra for it, but its definitely worth it. Reserve your tickets in advance and show up 15 minutes early. I was late, so i miss reservation thankfully they were able to get on the next trip. If you do the full tour plan on being there for more than an hour.

This was such a hauntingly beautiful and sobering tour. The amount of information available provided while visiting Pearl Harbor is impressive. I love the amount of reverence shown by both the employees and visitors.

Great way to spend a few hours. The video shown at the beginning is eye opening. Considering how many people go in and out, I found everyone to be respectful and courteous. Staff seemed friendly and patient. Would recommend to familys and couples who want to revisit and honor an incredible moment in history.

A must go to when in Hawaii, it will move you, will make you feel like you were there, good place to meditate aswell, lots of history to learn

Beautiful memorial with great views of the harbor and Ford Island. Theres plenty of parking here and is also easily accessible by bus. Numbers 20 and 42 will bring you here from Waikiki at a cost of $5.50 for a day pass. Its strictly a no bag policy anywhere whilst inside the memorial and on the island so just dont bring one. If you do bring a bag then youll have to pay $5 per bag to store it for the day. We arrived early in the morning, just as the park was opening. I would recommend doing the same as you entitle yourself to the free tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial. This is free anyway but at this time theres less crowds and you watch a short video with a bit of extra information from rangers. Once this was done we went on a short boat ride to the memorial itself spending approximately 15 minutes there and then came back to the centre. From here we got the shuttle across to the Missouri Memorial where we were able to look around and got guided tours included in the price of the ticket. It is truly a brilliant place to spend the day learning about history and paying your respects to those who lost their lives.

A very touching, emotional place to visit. USS Arizona Memorial and USS Bowfin trip took me about 75 minutes. Self parking is available but very limited. If you are very lucky you may get one. Free ticket for USS Arizona including a 23 minutes movie with Navy Boat ride is also available on the site but you have to come early to get it.

Good experience, but to be totally honest, other than being there in person, there is not much more that you can gain than what can be sourced through readily available media. I think children, who are teens, might foster some worldly understanding.My biggest take away, RECONSIDER DOING A TOUR. We paid over $70, including tip, to be picked up at our hotel, dropped off at Pearl Harbor, then about two hours later taken back to our hotel. The only benefit was not having to purchase tickets far in advance or get there really early and hope you get tickets (the tickets are only a few dollars). The commentary, was at times, irksome and sometimes just incorrect.

My trip to the Pearl Harbor Memorial has become a staple for visitors who come to the islands to visit. This time around it was my parents (who have grown into some stability issues with time) who came. Somewhat surprisingly, there were no issues regarding those stability concerns. There were ample places to sit down throughout the facility for them to rest which meant energy level wasnt an issue, either (Just understand that half the point of the place is resting or riding on water and pay close attention where needed.). We got there early so the memorial still had plenty of free tickets to take advantage of. In addition to that, I purchased the audio tour which has several locations around the facility where additional explanations and content are given to the listener. It was a bit pricey, but worth it for at least one of them who wasnt as big of a history buff. If you get the earliest tickets, be prepared to jump into the first movie presentation and boat tour that they offer which gave me (just barely enough) time to purchase the audio tour and catch up. Following the combination of movie and boat tour, we were able to enjoy the rest of the audio tour, at our leisure. The content was all relevant to the memorial. The facilities were clean and well- kept (there was construction on the submarine memorial side but it did not detract from the visit). There was also enough historic information provided without feeling overwhelmed by it. It has ramps and braille for visitors, but is otherwise mostly at ground level. They have a snack store on the premises and a busy souvenir shop to cap off the visit. We easily used three hours and felt like we could have spent longer. Definitely worth recommending and probably wont be my last visit.

A must visit place.... very well done displays and content.

Very solemn but simply something one must see, as an American it is a sad part of our history and perhaps not just our history at all. A beautiful memorial indeed, to those we lost in a very dark time. A side note I must add, thank you to all families that have members serving or who have served, or who have been lost to us. Thank you and Im sorry as well.

I absolutely loved this memorial so well preserved & I was very happy that the works had been completed in time for me to arrive and re-opened to customers. So surreal, eery & beautifully made to salute your fallen heroes. WELL WORTH VIEWING.

Very impressive place. This place has immense historical significance. We were in the line at 6:20am in the morning but it was worth it. First you watch a documentary explaining the history of the place and then a boat takes you to the memorial. It’s really thoughtful that US government decided to make a memorial to remember the people who lost their lives serving the country.

Very nice place, except for the japanese planes in the background and the bomb mortars flying everywhere. I recommend this place for families

This is a Must for Anybody on this Island or planning to visit.. One should always be educated on History..This was a very moving experience especially as A US Marine Vet myself.. A must see in person experience of a lifetime, definitely returning for further trips with family..Words just cant describe nor would I do this place justice..Highly recommended

The video and tour to the Arizona memorial were great. The staff was very knowledgeable and courteous. I would highly recommend booking the ticket online before going since it is just 1 dollar per person. Very good job to remember those who passed away bravely serving our nation.

This is must see if you are on the island of Oahu. Learn about the history of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Visit the gorgeous memorial and visit the U.S.S. Bowfin. My suggestion is to do everything you can at this historical site. It is a great place to spend the day. Tip: Come Early! It can get crowded and it is best to get there early. Food selection here is not fantastic.

A great place to honor our fallen service personnel. Beautifully done.

No smiles this morning as it was very solemn and with tears as we saluted the valiant boys 1,177 who gave their lives on the USS ARIZONA. God Rest their souls as our dads would have loved to have been here, both WW2 Veterans. We brought them in spirit with us. Its amazing how the USS Arizona still leaks 4 to 9 quarts per day of fuel every day since 1941. Its best to see early in the morning when we were there.Just so emotional to think how many young men lost their lives that day in this harbor and to know that the Japanese planes were detected and the orders came down dont worry about them thinking they were our planes.God Bless and RIP you valiant heroes! Thank You!

A seriously somber place to visit. Its surreal that the men who lost their lives are still in that water. An important place to visit for anyone wanting to learn about US history. I highly encourage you to try to get there at least once in your lifetime. Plan well in advance, tickets are limited.

Love this place. Has a lot of history and is a great memorial for those who have fallen in the surprise attack

Pearl Harbor National Memorial is a unit of the National Park System of the United States on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, signed by Donald Trump on March 12, 2019, removed the site from the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument (instead making it the separate Pearl Harbor National Memorial site).[1] It has an area of 21.3 acres (0.086 km2)The site commemorates the events of the Attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, which killed over 2,400 Americans and sank twelve ships. The site includes the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Utah memorial, the USS Oklahoma memorial, six chief petty officer bungalows on Ford Island, mooring quays F6, F7, and F8, which formed part of Battleship Row, and the visitor center at Halawa Landing.A visitor center and park features galleries on the Pacific theater of World War II, a theater showing a film about the attack, and memorial sculpture. Visitors may take a ferry to the Arizona memorial.Nearby are the USS Missouri memorial, USS Bowfin museum, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, which are designated historic attractions within the Pearl Harbor Naval Complex.

A great experience. We went twice during our time in Hawaii. I don’t know about other people experiences there but I personally felt like a sense of pain and sadness when I stepped inside the monument where the bodies are still under water. You still can see the oil from the ship floating over the sea in some areas.

Very well organized and well done tour of the Arizona memorial. Unfortunately, we went when the actual memorial was closed for repairs and isnt expected to be open again for some time. Instead, the park service has a small boat trip out to the memorial, around the concrete boat stations where the ships were during the attack, and past the Mighty Mo. We were with someone who had been before and he said this tour was better. Worth visiting for sure!

What an amazing memorial! And a great way to honor those who gave so much on such a tragic day. All the pictures in the world would not do this memorial justice. A must see in person and a great way to spend time with family and/or friends.It does not cost to go here, however, they only give out a certain amount of tickets to see the USS Arizona per day.

One of the few places you absolutely have to visit if you are on Oahu. Show up at 7am if you didnt reserve tickets on the National park website. They only have a limited number and go quick. You can reserve 60 days and 24 hours in advance. Definitely do the audio self guided tour, we did the deluxe and recommend it for $12.50 per headset.

Beautiful tribute for our fallen heroes & those that survived. Please bring flower for them, they will appreciate it Im sure. Great historical recounting of the entire event. Please pay tribute to the entombed heros.

You can get free tickets to the movie and boat ride tour. Very reverent and informative. Worth learning more about and understanding the history of Pearl Harbor.

This is a must see if you travel to Hawaii. Its a big part of Hawaiis history, and is very sad. Very informational.

Its a nice place if you want to know more about the war and USA history. You need to pay to visit the boats and submarines and some even have ser visit times. Parking was also challenging to find. You are not allowed backpacks inside they only serve hot dogs in the ”restaurants” area. Not the best place to do with young kids.

Somber place... Definitely worth a visit. We went through a tour and reached there before it opened at 7 am. There was a long line (we were there Dec 26) but it moved fast once they opened. Got to watch beautiful sunrise from here as well. The movie is well made. We also visited USS Arizona memorial.

This was my third trip the Pearl Harbor. I cant go to Oahu without visiting. Every time I go, I learn new facts. There is a museum on site, and you can go into the USS bowfin submarine which is really cool to check out. There is also a ferry that takes you out to the USS Arizona Memorial. Tickets are free, but get there early.

There is a solemn atmosphere here. I didnt take many photos here, I just tried to feel the sacrifice the men on Pearl Harbor and during WW2 have us.The Arizona memorial is a free event where they show you a video about the events of the day Pearl Harbor was attacked and then take you on a boat to see the harbor. At the time I post this, they dont go to the Arizona memorial because of a docking issue but show you all the major sites around it including the memorial, you just dont get on it. It should be fixed this fall though.There are a few things you can see like the USS Missouri and USS Bowfin and the Aviation museum. I love this era of history but have been to so many submarines, carriers and aviation museums that I wasnt that interested in all those this visit but they do a great job with each one.

Fantastic National Memorial dedicated to events which led up to, included and followed the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor.I had heard getting the free tickets to the Arizona Memorial was a challenge and discovered they were not available on the particular date I wanted to go, over a month in advance when checking online! But there were limited walk-up tickets available on a first-come, first-served, basis.Getting to the park can be tricky, especially in rush-hour as early as 5 a.m. due to military personnel heading to the base to begin their day. I took an Uber ride from Waikiki, which got me there fine, but cost around $30.00. (As of Jan. 2020).I was first in line on a Friday in January, arriving around 6 a.m. and no one was there (yet). Early birds started arriving in earnest about 6:30 a.m. and by 6:45 a.m. the line was wrapping down the main entrance and down the sidewalk to the parking lot.I highly recommend getting either a guided or audio tour (what I did) to the Arizona Memorial to get a full appreciation of the events which happened there. The audio tour is very good (voiced by Jamie Lee Curtis) and includes historic broadcasts as well as interviews from witnesses of day. You can also go at your own pace if you want to read the many documents on display at the museums and surrounding areas.The Arizona Memorial tour begins with a 20+ minute film documenting the events which took place and answers many questions as to the why of the attack.The ferry-ride is a solemn occasion with the crew taking special care to ensure the aura of sanctity is assured for your visit. The level of respect and depth of knowledge displayed by the crew is unmatched by any other national park team Ive visited.The Memorial itself is stunning, spanning the mid-section of the submerged warship. The remains of the ships third turret is still visible above water. Inside, you will see various plaques explaining significant items of interest. The most solemn and impressive part of the Memorial is the shrine on the far-back wall displaying the names of the crew lost on the ship, with over 900 crew members entombed below.The Memorial does not end there. You can also visit the battleship Missouri, see the submarine Bowfin, or visit a special Pearl Harbor museum. There is an extra charge to visit these places, but tickets do not run out (I did not have time to visit these this trip).To the right (as you enter) is the Submarine Bowfin, as well as a memorial for those vessels lost in Silent Service over the years. On display (for free) are various types of torpedoes used, a sample conning tower (which you can enter) and anti-aircraft guns used on ships.Refreshment areas are on site and gift shops as well. Penny-press collectors can find 4 machines by the Bowfin gift shop.Be aware, you will need to check your bags and purses to enter the area. There is a small storage area before the main entrance.

So we decided to visit Pearl Harbor! The main area was free to enter, which is was pretty cool. However, if you have a bag, they charge you $5 to store each one. We hid ours in a bush as you can see at the end of the video lol! I would recommend paying to enter the ships and subs (USS Bowfin etc) if you are really interested in them, but I do think the USS Arizona Memorial is worth it regardless. TIP: Over 1,300 free USS Arizona Memorial tickets are handed out daily on a first-come, first-served basis, starting when they open at 7:00 a.m.

Great experience so much information cant wait for new museum coming this year sometime

This is a place where one shuts their mouth and let the harbour speak. You cannot, but feel the emotion of the history of Pearl Harbour. In the respectful silence, you can hear the sounds of that dreadful day.

Every part about this historic landmark and memorial is well thought out. The national memorial has multiple different exhibits you can go see, and helps give you a great sense of what it would have looked like on 12/7/1941. We weren’t able to go into the Arizona memorial as it’s still under renovation, but I don’t think that detracted at all from our visit. Definitely take a guided tour (it’s free!) of the USS Missouri.

What a beautiful museum or should I say - set of museums. I was concerned about the high cost of a day pass $74, but was so pleased when I realized, you actually get 5 different museums. The free content and peace/reflection walking paths, and artifacts with plaques hanging about are amazing even if you dont want to pay but would like to stand in such a historic place. I highly recommend going here even as a freebie if dont want to do the full tours.

The USS Arizona Memorial, at Pearl harbour in Honolulu, Hawaii, marks the resting place of 1,102 of the 1,177 sailors and Marines killed on USS Arizona during the attack on pearl harbour on December 7, 1941, and commemorates the events of that day. The attack on Pearl Harbor led to the United States involvement in World War II.

Nice tour that provides history on fellow soldiers that defended our nation. Pearl Harbor is gravesite for soldiers and civilians that fell during the invasion. Do not expect touristy attractions or items for sale. Pearl Harbor is about Pearl Harbor...honor and respect

A must-see if in Honolulu or on Oahu. There are a few memorials here, but you have to pay for the Bowfin and Missouri. The Arizona if free, ibut you must get tickets from the National park service. During busy times like spring break and Christmas, come early to get tickets. The boat ride is short to the .memorial, and the movie before the trip explains why it happened. Still, a solemn place to remember how history was shaped. No bags are allowed, there are lockers available to rent or leave it in your car. The memorial itself is humbling, and a volunteer will narrate a bunch of facts about the crew and that fateful day. Again, its a must-see to show how the world was shaped and how devastating war can be.

What a fascinating and cool historic place to visit. This was actually my favorite place I visited while visiting Hawaii. I would recommend this to anyone visiting O’ahu.

My husband and I visited Pearl Harbor in June of 2019. I read up all about it and how to get tickets. We decided to go early and buy our tickets at the front desk of the park. We did that because I read that if you go early, you can get a ticket to the movie and memorial — those are hard to get and have to be reserved ahead of time in order for you to receive one. So we went early, got our tickets for the SS Arizona Memorial, Mighty Mo (the warship), the flight museum, and the submarine walkthrough. We originally went to Pearl Harbor for the Memorial at the SS Arizona because that’s what everyone goes there for. That’s what you think of when you want to tour Pearl Harbor. Our scheduled time for the memorial was 3pm. We got there early at 9am... waited all day in the heat touring our other options, which were cool, but again you go to Pearl Harbor to walk on the memorial, only to find out the memorial was closed!!! Closed until October of 2019 for construction on the dock.So we didn’t even get to the see the memorial. I saw no warning on the park’s website of it being closed. No worker told us it was closed when we bought our tickets. How disrespectful to veterans who went to Pearl Harbor during that time and realize it’s closed!Frankly, I just want my money back and for all veterans who visited during June 2019-October 2019 to get their money back as well. No one ever told us. Our tour ended up being our scheduled movie, then we got on the boat ride only to be taken back and forth 100 yards away from the memorial! Super disrespectful.The other options had a lot of history, great learning experience, but BAD experience with the park’s service.

This is a beautiful site with a ton of history! The only issue is you have to get there EARLY (like 7am) to make sure you can do everything. The parking was a nightmare, but we eventually found something. Warning, you cannot enter the park with a bag much larger than a clutch, so dont bother bringing much. We didnt really get to do anything but see the plaques and memorials they had available (along with the submarine, missiles on site and memorial in the distance). It was still breathtaking to see and we were glad we at least got to do what we did.

I went recently for the first time, and it was just incredible. Thank you so the men and women who are serving this great country.

A National Treasure that should never be forgotten. The USS Arizona is surreal and somber. The dock is closed but none the less still worth the trip.

Moving, emotional, and educational for all generations. Not to be missed. Get your tickets early as they tend to sell out fast. Also, no bags or purses are allowed on the park; $5 to check your bag at the entrance. Theyll provide a plastic bag for a wallet and camera... so I dont really get why purses arent allowed...

This is a must visit if you are going to be anywhere close and are in anyway interested in history/war info. Its great to do the whole package although the bowfin wasnt as impressive as the USS Arizona or the USS Missouri. Found the tour guide for the aviation museum to be fantastic. Very informative and entertaining without being too cheesy.Speaking of cheesy, make sure to get the hangar burger from the aviation museum. Well worth it. Burger Patty was on point.

I opted to do the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial, the Missouri battleship, and the Bowfin submarine. Theres a short (5 minutes) boat ride to the U.S.S. Arizona memorial, which is built right on top of the sunken ship and is quite impressive. (FYI, I get seasick, but I was fine on this boat ride because it was so short.)Then, I took the shuttle to the U.S.S. Missouri, which was my favorite part of the memorial, since Ive never been on a battleship. Our tour guide there was fantastic! I did the Bowfin last, and that was neat, but Id say you could certainly skip it if youre pressed for time or just not interested.I enjoyed my visit, but I wish there was more indication of how to progress through all the sites, and what each one actually was. I recommend researching each site beforehand so you can make an informed decision when purchasing your tickets (because there are a handful of ticket options).Get there as early in the morning as possible to easily get some walk-up tickets; otherwise I think its important to make a reservation online in advance. I was probably there for the better part of the morning, so Id estimate 4 hours for the stuff that I did.

It was a very interesting place to visit. I learned a lot about it. It’s also fascinating that the vessel is still in the water, not very deep as you can see the top of it and she is still loosing petrol which you can also clearly see.I highly recommend to visit this place if you are visiting the island.

12Aug19. As an Army veteran and having had a daughter in the Navy, I truly had a humbling experience here. From the different onsite memorials to the 20 minute video before boarding the tour boat out to the USS Arizona, I felt thankful to have served my country. Well worth the visit.

I drove down from canada last weekend and was stunned at how the place was supposedly bombed but it looked completely fine,still a very cool place to see and visit,so go to enjoy a nice tuesday evening and bring snacks since the food and prices nearby will break your bank!:-0

There are few places in the US that are as moving. Ground zero in NYC is a similar comparison. Its hard to fathom the devastating loss of life, but its important to remember. Not just those lost, but the lessons learned and the impact on world history. If you have the opportunity to visit, take it.

What an experience when you’re visiting Hawaii. We weren’t able to visit the USS Arizona Memorial but had a great time walking the center and the free museums. Definitely a must!

Words and reputation cannot prepare you for this beautiful, solemn experience. Show up early in the morning, as tickets are limited, but this is definitely one of the most surreal, emotional memorials Ive visited. There park rangers and sailors do an excellent job of making sure everything runs smoothly and efficiently while making sure everyone has time to take it in fully without feeling rushed.

Always good to remember our history, did the tour on the Missouri with a guide which I highly recommend being they will give you details that even a history buff would not know. Was a history lesson and enjoying being able to be at this such an important venue of American war stories.

A significant historical landmark. Very busy of course so tickets can be hard to get sometimes. The movie is moving and very well done. It sets the perfect mood for the rest of the visit. The memorial itself is lovingly taken care of and on clear days its cool to be able to see most of the Arizona through the water. The park employees are knowledgeable and helpful. The Navy sailors who drive the ferry boats are professional and will try to answer your questions, but its best to ask the actual national park workers if you have any. If its excessively windy or if theres lightning in the area they may have to shut down the tour rides but that rarely happens. Worth your time!

Great place to learn about a major historical event in this counties history. Spend an entire day here exploring all there is to see. A somber, yet interesting experience.They are very strict on bringing bags in. Nothing larger than a small purse is allowed. $5 to rent a locker.

I dont think I need to type much. Awesome. Been five times and it doesnt lose its luster.

This historically is a beautiful place to visit, its amazing, theres nothing better that you can do for free on the island without hiking to get there. However, the exhibits that used to be free over on the submarine side of the park are fenced off and now going to require an additional fee, which is disappointing because that whole area was fascinating

Tour Bus from Hale Koa Hotel with Art who is a 13 yr. Veteran of recounting the events which took place on December 7, 1941. Great way to remember those who gave all so many years ago in order to keep American the land of the free.

Its a one time kind of experience. Its a good place to go get a load of history. I would suggest going at 7AM to get some of the free tickets they offer to go watch the short clip and a boat ride to see USS Arizona.Like I said, its something to do.. probably only once though.

This was a very educational place. The documentary that they show was great and the boat tour was also full of history.

This is one of the most important, if not the most important monuments of American history. If you go to Hawaii (Oahu) and dont see this, youre wrong.

A very somber experience that I will remember for as long as I am alive. What respect and gratitude I felt while attending this memorial.If you have a love for our military and the men and women who serve this great nation, go see this memorial. I thought everything from the video we watched at the start to the boat ride over to the memorial site (in the water), it was all very respectful and comfortable. It is all wheelchair accessible. Older folks or young ones can easily be helped a little to board if necessary.Once over at the site, they asked if you can take pictures after unloading off the boat. Probably for safety. BUT dont forget to take the pics coming out because it is easy to forget! They also asked if everyone can turn off their cell phones to be respectful.What to wear: Tennis shoes or walking shoes would be great. It got kinda hot on us, so bring money for refreshments. Sunblock too.

The folks there are amazing, very helpful. The memorial is sad, honorable and a must do while in Honolulu. The Arizona Memorial was closed for renovations which was was disappointing, but we still took the ferry ride our there piloted by a very capable sailor. The film on the history of that day was worth it. Oh, and admission and the ferry ride to the Arizona is free!

In a word, breathtaking. Its always amazing to be able to visit national monuments, especially ones that have such a significant history. If you ever have the opportunity to visit the memorial, do it, you wont regret it.

Powerful visit. This place is so full of history. It’s a really a sacred place for Americans and a treasure from our past. We rode the ferry out and viewed the memorial and the Arizona. Make this a priority when you visit the Island.

I have wanted to come here most of my life and it was neat to finally be here.The video before going out to the Arizona was informative and interesting.It was sad but neat to visit.

To anyone who is an American and is proud of our country, this is a place to go see. The USS Arizona is laid to rest in the harbor. All who went on our tour was silent. It’s a great reminder of who we are as a country and to honor those who gave so much. I know I enjoyed it and felt the reverence that was there.

Great experience with free entry of you show up early in the morning! Really friendly staff and guides.

A truly remarkable site to visit if youre in the island of Ohau. It brings to life everything youve ever read it heard about the events of 7 December 1841 albeit less dramatically than the many movies depicting same, but if youre a history buff (like me) then this place should be on your bucket list.

The video was interesting and even tought my 6 year old about what had happened at Pearl Harbor.Then the Arizona memorial is an experience that is very solemn.I recommend a tour guide to help explain a lot of the meaning in the place

Ultimate Sacrifice and Highest Honor Belongs To USN & USS Arizona Pearl Harbor. 5-Star Rating Tour

If you are on Oahu this is a must visit site. Go online and get tickets reserved for the boat ride to the USS Arizona. I want to say it was like $10 to do so but totally worth it. The USS Arizona was closed when we were there due to the dock having issues but it was still fun to go out in the harbor and see it all. The museums there are also super informative and worth walking thru.

Really impressive memorial for Pearl Harbor. I highly recommend getting the audio tour with your USS Arizona ticket. If you are wanting to go out to the USS Arizona, I do recommend not bringing smaller children as it is a memorial and a tomb for hundreds of sailors.

Its part of history and its important to have these places so we dont do same mistakes again. Beautiful yet sad place

Emotional and informative. A must see. Lots to see and do. Can spend a whole day here. Medium sized bags and larger cannot be taken into the facility and must be stored in a locker. Staff were incredibly polite.

A must visit when youre in Honolulu. Anyone over the age of about 7 will love the museums. The Aviation museum in particular is pretty amazing, and being able to go in an actual submarine was great!

Humbling experience. A must see for anyone visiting Hawaii. Id like to say thank you to those that gave their lives that I and my family could have a safe America to live in. Really awesome experience

Been coming here since I was in elementary school, to now when I visit home.It is an emotional place and a must see. The museums added helped give perspective to the attack and aftermath.I highly recommend coming early to get tickets (free) when they open at 7 am. Especially if you are coming during the peak seasons and weekends. There is an online website to reserve tickets ($1.50 online fee) 2 months ahead.We came on a Wednesday in October to visit and got here at 8 am (kids wouldnt get out of bed) and got 8:30 am tickets.I prefer Wednesday because we go to the Swap Meet right afterwards. Great way to knock out both activities.

Very good couple of hours, and you could easily spend half a day here.My advice is to arrive early and do the free memorial tour, and then buy tickets to the other monuments.Big piece of history.

I liked the tour. The memorial was inaccessible though. They dont let you bring in any bags bigger than what your fist fits in. So cant really bring in food and a standard hot dog is $7. I went for 2.5 hours. There were all day tours.

Beautiful, reverent place. We enjoyed the museum and the tour, it was very informative. Great memorial to those who lost their lives in the service.

One of the most known and visited US memorials. What more to say. Puts things in perspective of why the US is a great country and the freedoms we have.

This is a Very Somber Memorial but a Must See. I could feel a Very Strong Energy there.

I was fortunate enough to have spent 5 years here as a child in the early 70s. I was even more fortunate to return in 2019 with my father. This is an absolutley solemn place of incredible history. So revenant. A little secret most dont know...if you go to the USS Missouri memorial/store they have a secret book that can be signed by all NCOs who served in the Navy in Pearl Harbor. What an honor. Less than 10,000 have ever signed it.

Its open again! Awesome and very pretty boat ride to the memorial. You get to spend roughly 25 minutes there and then the boat comes back to take you back to the island. Must see to explore and witness if youre in the area, so much history here.

Lots of military history here - show up early so you can read all the info before you hop on the boat. It’s kind of amazing that the memorial itself is on top of the actual sunken ship - it’s one thing to read about it but another thing entirely to stand where the ship was sank. Very amazing and sobering experience. If you come to Honolulu and have any interest in history, make sure you check this out.

We came with a tour and honestly felt super rushed. I would strongly suggest giving yourself all day to fully appreciate each part. It is well kept and respectfully run.

Pearl Harbor is a must see while visiting Oahu! We only spent half the day there, but if I had it to do over again I’d plan on spending the entire day there. The history is amazing to learn and practically experience. Definitely recommend visiting the Pearl Harbor Memorial while visiting Oahu!

It’s a have to. Pay your respects and lean more than what you did in history class. It can be emotional so be prepared. They are opening a new section soon for subs.

Well documented piece of history. Can be accessed by public transit. To have tours is costly but you can just go in and take pictures without cost.

What an awesome museum to tour in Pearl Harbor Hawaii. It was an honor as a US service member to pay my respects to the USS Arizona crew. The tour staff of U.S. Navy And the US national parks gave a great tour of USS Arizona Memorial. The tour guides had excellent knowledge of the attack on Pearl Harbor and Outstanding knowledge of the USS Arizona battleship. God bless the crew of the USS Arizona and made a rest in peace and may we never forget their sacrifices for this country. If you’re in the Hawaii area stop by and see the USS Arizona Memorial

Lots of history and a respectful education of Pearl Harbor....so unfortunate that the USS Arizona memorial was closed!

Great historic site. Arizona could only be seen by boat but wonderful

Thank you to all that contributed to this memorial and to those that faithfully serve in this place. A lot of history. To be able to walk inside of the US Missouri was amazing.

This is a must see if you have any time on Oahu. The obvious historical significance should be more than enough reason, but the exhibits and tours available make it very unique. I first visited the Arizona memorial more than 40 years ago. Theyve made significant improvements in every aspect of the experience and more are in process. For younger kids it is probably not going to be something they enjoy, but for middle to high school kids with an interest in US history or WWII it will be worth almost a full day.The views are spectacular, and it is relatively easy to put yourself back in time, to immerse yourself in the moments that changed lives almost 60 years ago.We arrived about 15 minutes before the memorial opened and the line was already huge. Im note sure when you need to arrive to be at the front of the line. Once the line started moving it moved very quickly.You get a ticket and check in for a time to go out to the Arizona Memorial. While you wait there are a variety of exhibits to walk through, and like I said you could spend the day at the site.There is lots of free parking, but remember where you park and dont lock your keys in your car. We tried to help two groups that locked their keys in their car on our way back to ours.Dress for the weather. You are going to be outside for the boat ride out to the Memorial, the Memorial is essentially open to the elements, and many of the exhibits are also open/outdoors. Thankfully the weather is usually excellent.