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Before you go
Your trip to Haleiwa.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Haleiwa – Hawaii Destination Honolulu and Oahu about 50 km from Honolulu
How to get there
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Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) Honolulu · 45 km
Approximate distances. Check flights and bus, train or boat schedules before you travel.
From Honolulu via the H-2 highway through the island center, in about an hour by car. Urban buses connect Honolulu and Ala Moana to Haleiwa and continue along the north coast.
How many days
One day, leaving from Honolulu, covers Haleiwa, Waimea Bay and the Pipeline. With two days in the region, you can include the Polynesian Cultural Center and more beach time.
When to go
In winter, from November to March, big waves and surf competitions arrive; from May to September the sea is usually calm for swimming and snorkeling. The weather is warm year-round.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
It’s the most practical way to get around the coast and stop at beaches. Urban buses run along the coastal road, but less frequently. Drive on the right.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Haleiwa
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Morning
Haleiwa
Walk around the village, see the bridge over the Anahulu River and try the shave ice.
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Afternoon
Waimea Bay and the Pipeline
Follow the coast to Waimea Bay and the Banzai Pipeline; in winter, watch the surfing from the sand.
2 days in Haleiwa
Day 1
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All day
North Shore
Haleiwa in the morning, Waimea Bay and the Pipeline in the afternoon.
Day 2
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Afternoon
Polynesian Cultural Center
Go to Laie in the early afternoon and stay for the Polynesian Cultural Center’s evening show.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
How long from Waikiki to Haleiwa?
About an hour by car via the H-2 highway, or roughly two hours by bus.
What is Haleiwa’s shave ice?
Very finely shaved ice topped with fruit syrups, a tradition brought by Japanese plantation immigrants.
Can you see turtles near Haleiwa?
Green sea turtles commonly appear on regional beaches such as Laniakea. By law, you must keep your distance and not touch the animals.
Is it worth staying overnight on the North Shore?
Yes, if you want to see the surfing early or spend more time on the beaches; accommodation is more spread out than in Waikiki.