Pearl Harbor Private Tour USS Arizona

VIP Memorial & Museum Access

Experience the most complete Pearl Harbor tour available with exclusive all-access private service including USS Arizona Memorial, museums, and historical exhibits. This deeply moving experience honors WWII history through expert historical interpretation, personal storytelling, and privileged access that provides comprehensive understanding of December 7, 1941, and its lasting impact.

Activity Price

299 USD

Duration

6-7 Hours

Age

All Ages

Location

Oahu

Amenities

Expert Historical Guide – Professional historians with specialized Pearl Harbor knowledge
All-Access Passes – Priority access to all available exhibits and memorials

Special Instruction

Honor History at Pearl Harbor

USS Arizona Memorial & Exclusive Access

Experience the solemn USS Arizona Memorial with priority access and expert historical interpretation. Your private guide provides detailed accounts of the December 7th attack, personal stories of survivors, and the memorial’s significance as both burial site and symbol of sacrifice. This deeply moving experience includes exclusive viewing areas and extended time for reflection and photography.

Comprehensive Museum & Exhibit Tours

Explore Pearl Harbor’s extensive museums, interactive exhibits, and historical displays with your knowledgeable guide providing context and historical significance. Visit the USS Missouri Battleship, USS Bowfin Submarine, and Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum for complete WWII Pacific Theater understanding. These comprehensive exhibits showcase military technology, personal artifacts, and historical documentation.

Expert Historical Interpretation & Stories

Learn from expert historians who bring Pearl Harbor’s history to life through detailed storytelling, survivor accounts, and historical context. Your guide shares lesser-known stories, military strategies, and personal experiences that provide deeper understanding of WWII’s impact on Hawaii, America, and the Pacific. This educational experience honors those who served while providing historical perspective.

All-Access Pearl Harbor Tour Inclusions

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Quick Facts
Tickets: All admission and attraction tickets are included
Duration: About 6–7 hours
Start time: Around 8:00 AM
End time: Around 3:00 PM
Stops: 5+ major stops
Sites covered: 15+ points of interest across Pearl Harbor and Honolulu
Private group size: Up to 14 guests (for larger groups, call +1(808)400-4481)
Pickup & drop-off: Free from Waikiki hotels; $100 from Ko Olina hotels; $100 from North Shore locations

Important Note About the USS Arizona Boat Program
This Private Pearl Harbor Tour includes boat-ride tickets for the USS Arizona Memorial, but availability can change. Please call to confirm current availability: +1(808)400-4481

Most Popular Tour Stops
USS Arizona Memorial — The memorial site honoring the 1,177 servicemen who died during the attack
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center — Guided introduction to help you navigate the park efficiently
USS Missouri (Battleship Missouri Memorial) — Explore the battleship with a self-guided visit
USS Bowfin (Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum) — Self-guided WWII submarine experience
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum — Self-guided museum tour focused on Pacific aviation history
Road to War Museum — Background on the events leading up to U.S. involvement in WWII
Attack Museum — Detailed exhibits focused on the events of December 7, 1941

Optional Stops (Time Permitting)
Aloha Tower
ʻIolani Palace
Queen Liliʻuokalani Statue
Hawaiʻi State Capitol
King Kamehameha Statue

Popular Drive-By Views
Honolulu Harbor
Downtown Honolulu
Kakaʻako
Ala Moana shopping area

Transportation: Pickup & Drop-Off
Waikiki: Free
North Shore & Westside: $100
Honolulu: $50
Harbor & Airport: $50
Max group size: 14 (call for larger groups: +1(808)400-4481)
Vehicle: Spacious luxury van or SUV

Important Information
Tour timing is typically around 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (approximate).
Plan for about 3 hours at Pearl Harbor, where you’ll explore the sites at your own pace after a helpful orientation from your professional guide.
If time allows, you’ll also get a guided drive through key downtown Honolulu landmarks, including areas near ʻIolani Palace and the Hawaii Five-0 Headquarters location.
Expect moderate walking—wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
Routes and timing may shift due to traffic, closures, capacity limits, or other factors outside our control.

What’s Included
Admission to Battleship Missouri Memorial
Admission to the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum (USS Bowfin) with self-guided narrated experience
Admission to the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum with self-guided narrated experience
USS Arizona Memorial program boat ticket (based on availability)
Road to War Museum and Attack Museum access
Visitor Center audio tour
Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center access
Expert guide and private transportation
Bottled water for each guest

What’s Not Included
Gratuity
Lunch

USS Arizona Memorial Availability + No-Refund Policy
Boat service to the USS Arizona Memorial can be paused at any time by the Navy or restricted due to capacity limits. If boat operations are suspended, refunds are not provided. You can still visit the Pearl Harbor exhibits, the Visitor Center, and park monuments, and your Honolulu city portion can continue as planned. The overall tour length remains the same.

USS Arizona boat tickets are managed by the National Park Service and are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. We work hard to secure tickets whenever possible. If tickets aren’t available, guests may be directed to the standby process. If standby access is not granted, this is outside our control and does not qualify for refunds.

Standby registration systems (including kiosks and text alerts) are operated by the National Park Service. If technical issues occur, guests may need to wait in line, and this also does not qualify for refunds.

Tour Description
Private Pearl Harbor All-Access Tour + Honolulu City Highlights
This private Pearl Harbor all access tour is built for guests who want to see it all—without feeling rushed. You’ll have time to explore the full Pearl Harbor Historic Sites lineup, including museums, memorials, and legendary ships. When USS Arizona boat tickets are available, you’ll also take the memorial boat program as part of your day.

You’ll visit:
USS Arizona Memorial (boat program based on availability)
Pearl Harbor Visitor Center + exhibits
Road to War Museum
Attack Museum
Virtual Reality Center
Battleship Missouri Memorial
USS Bowfin Submarine Museum
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum

After Pearl Harbor, your guide can add a Honolulu city drive (time permitting). You may see spots such as Aloha Tower, ʻIolani Palace, the King Kamehameha Statue, and other downtown landmarks before returning to your pickup location.

Bring a credit card for lunch purchases inside the park.

Languages
English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese

Pricing

Starts at $299

Pearl Harbor Tours - Important Information

  • All-access includes USS Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri Battleship, USS Bowfin Submarine, Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum, and all available exhibits and memorials. You’ll have priority access, expert guide service, and comprehensive historical interpretation at each location for the most complete Pearl Harbor experience possible.

  • Yes, no bags, purses, cameras bags, or personal items are allowed for security reasons. Storage facilities are available for rent. Bring only essentials like wallet, phone, and medication in pockets. All guests need valid government-issued photo ID. Clear bags and medical items may be permitted with advance arrangement.

  • The comprehensive all-access tour typically takes 6-7 hours including transportation, depending on your pace and interest level. We recommend allowing a full day to properly experience all exhibits, memorials, and museums without feeling rushed. The tour can be customized based on your specific interests and time constraints.

  • Pearl Harbor welcomes visitors of all ages, though the historical content deals with war and loss. Children under 4 ride free but may find the extensive walking and historical focus challenging. The experience is most meaningful for ages 8+ who can appreciate the historical significance and show appropriate respect at memorial sites.

  • Private tours include expert historical guides, priority access to reduce wait times, personalized pacing, detailed historical interpretation, and ability to ask questions throughout the experience. You’ll gain deeper understanding through professional storytelling and have flexible timing to spend more time at areas that interest you most.