Are beaches in Hawaii free?

Fun Beach Fact: All of Hawai?i's beaches are FREE! Beaches are also in the public domain so no one can own a beach or restrict access - but always use a public access and do not cross private property. Always respect neighboring private property when accessing the beach. Tip 1: Use Reef Safe Sunscreen.



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All beaches in Hawai?i are public and free, so grab a chair, towel, and book and bounce around from beach to beach. Waikiki Beach (shown below) is but one of many of the amazing white-sand beaches on O?ahu.

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Richardson relied upon Hawaiian law and traditional custom in ruling that the vegetation line marked the shoreline boundary between private land and public trust lands. These decisions preserved public ownership of and access to Hawai?i's beaches.

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Niihau, also known as the Forbidden Isle, is a beautiful small island in Hawaii spread across 180 sq km. The island is off-limits to outsiders and only the Robinson family, their relatives, invited guests, government officials and US Navy personnel are allowed here.

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Cost: Free! All of the beaches in Waikiki are open to the public! You can bring your towel, chair, snorkel, etc. and hang out for the day in the sun and sand.

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Fees and Passes There is no entry fee for the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, and no ticket is required to see the museums.

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Many of the best O'ahu hotels also overlook Waikiki Beach. Past visitors loved how easy this free beach is to access and its beautiful, clean water and sand. Several recommended snorkeling; you're bound to spot sea turtles and colorful fish, but keep an eye out for jellyfish.

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Experience this 4.8-mile loop trail near Honolulu, Oahu. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

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While Waikiki Beach is famous for its beauty and surfing, it got a little boost from other famous icons in the early 1900s. Shortly after the first hotels were built on the beach, celebrities such as Bing Crosby, Amelia Earhart, Frank Sinatra, and Joe DiMaggio rushed to see the beautiful Hawai'i landmark.

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Beneath the ocean's beautiful blue surface, conditions can be unpredictable and even dangerous. Ocean safety experts recommend checking in with lifeguards before you enter the water - they'll be happy to tell you about potential hazards like rip currents, hidden rocks and shorebreaks.

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The 21 Best Beaches in Hawaii
  • Poipu Beach: Kauai. (Getty Images) ...
  • Big Beach (Makena Beach): Maui. (Getty Images) ...
  • Hanauma Bay: Oahu. (Getty Images) ...
  • Hulopoe Beach: Lanai. (Getty Images) ...
  • Polihale Beach: Kauai. (Getty Images) ...
  • Kahalu'u Beach: Big Island. (Getty Images) ...
  • Ko Olina Beach: Oahu. (Getty Images) ...
  • Pa'iloa Beach: Maui.


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If you plan to go on your own, you can buy the Passport to Pearl Harbor which is a self-guided tour. Are strollers allowed at Pearl Harbor? Strollers are allowed in the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, but they are not allowed inside the theater or on the shuttle that will take you to the USS Arizona Memorial.

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Do keep in mind that an Uber or a taxi does not included the admission ticket. The one-way fare to Pearl Harbor from Waikiki hotels is approximately $50.

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Reservations and tickets are not required to enter the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, Pearl Harbor National Memorial, walk the grounds, or visit the museums.

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Molokai. Molokai is the best island in Hawai?i for a quiet vacation, meaning few tourists and an authentic small-town Hawai?i experience. Furthermore, Molokai is all about making your own adventure.

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