Explore Pearl Harbor’s defining sites on a private guided tour that combines museum exhibits, the Battleship Missouri, and a guided pass through historic Honolulu. Note: boat access to the USS Arizona Memorial is temporarily paused for preservation work.
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A salt-warmed breeze carries the harbor’s history across the visitor center as the group gathers for a private Pearl Harbor tour. The harbor’s calm surface betrays the weight of events beneath: the blackened hull of the USS Arizona resting below, the broad decks of the Battleship Missouri cutting a modern silhouette against the sky, and downtown Honolulu’s stone and bronze landmarks passing by as the guide speaks.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—basic walking and stair negotiation required
Wildlife
History
Pearl Harbor was a strategic naval base formed in a volcanic crater and became the focus of the 1941 attack; the Battleship Missouri later hosted Japan’s formal surrender in 1945.
Conservation
The USS Arizona and surrounding artifacts are under active preservation—stay on designated paths, avoid touching relics, and follow park rules to protect cultural resources.
Reserve your spot on the PRIVATE Pearl Harbor: Arizona Memorial, Missouri Ship & City Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check boat availability before you go
Boat rides to the USS Arizona Memorial may be suspended for preservation—confirm access when you book.
Bring sun protection
Decks and exhibits are exposed; hat and sunscreen reduce fatigue and sunburn.
Wear comfortable, grippy shoes
Expect walking on steel decks and museum floors—closed-toe shoes improve stability.
Respect the memorial etiquette
Observe no-food/no-climb rules and keep voices low at commemorative sites to preserve dignity.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction for ship decks, ramps, and museum floors.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Harbor-side exhibits and ship decks offer little shade during midday.
summer
Light rain jacket
Oahu can see brief showers year-round; a packable jacket keeps you dry.
winter
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated improves comfort during multi-site tours (bottled water may be provided).