12 days in Oahu Itinerary

In many ways much more Asian than American, Honolulu is Hawaii's largest city and its center of government, transportation, commerce, and tourism.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Mon): pause for some photo ops at USS Arizona Memorial.

To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Honolulu online driving holiday planner.

Chicago to Honolulu is an approximately 11-hour flight. You'll gain 4 hours traveling from Chicago to Honolulu due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Chicago in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Honolulu, with lows of 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to drive to Hauula.

Hauula is a census-designated place and rural community in the Koolauloa District on the island of Oahu, City & County of Honolulu. Kids will enjoy Sunset Beach Park and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. Explore Hauula's surroundings by going to Mokuleia Beach Park (in Waialua), Haleiwa (Waimea Bay, Haleiwa Art Gallery, &more) and Waianae (Waianae Mountain Range, Scuba & Snorkeling, &more). There's much more to do: party Hawaiian-style at Polynesian Cultural Center, stroll through Turtle Bay Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Kokololio Beach Park, and admire the natural beauty at Sunset Ranch.

To find ratings, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Hauula journey builder tool.

You can drive from Honolulu to Hauula in an hour. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Honolulu in July, with highs in Hauula at 83°F and lows at 69°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.