Ala Moana Beach Park is a public beach and park on Oʻahu’s south shore, just west of Waikīkī. Its half-mile beach, calm waters and park amenities make it a different kind of Honolulu shoreline outing; the park is about 2.2 miles from a hotel in Waikīkī.
- Location: 1201 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu.
- Beach: A half-mile shoreline protected by a fringing reef.
- Water activities: Swimming, surfing and bodyboarding.
- Park features: Magic Island, picnic areas, restrooms and showers.
Getting from Waikīkī to Ala Moana Beach Park
Ala Moana Beach Park lies just west of Waikīkī. Route 8 serves Ala Moana Center–Makiki and Waikiki Beach & Hotels, but don’t assume it stops inside the park.
If you plan to take the bus, check TheBus’s official route and visitor information for current routes and stops before setting out. For a broader look at local transit planning, this guide to getting from Honolulu Airport to Waikīkī covers another common journey in the area.
For navigation, the park’s address is 1201 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. You can use that address to locate the park and choose your onward transport; check the official site before you go for current public-safety information.
Choosing a spot along the beach
Ala Moana Beach Park’s half-mile beach is protected by a fringing reef, which helps keep the water calm. The open shoreline gives you room to choose a stretch of sand, while the park’s man-made Magic Island peninsula offers a different setting along the water.
Magic Island extends from the park and has seawalls and a shallow lagoon. The Hawaiʻi tourism board names swimming, surfing and bodyboarding as activities at Ala Moana Regional Park. Before choosing an activity, check Hawaii Ocean Safety for current surf, wind and public-safety conditions.
If you’re comparing shorelines, the guide to Waikīkī Beach access points can help you understand the difference between the neighborhood’s beach entries and this larger park shoreline.
Park facilities and visitor access
Ala Moana Beach Park has lifeguards, picnic tables, showers, food concessions, restrooms, phones, parking and barbecue grills. These amenities make it possible to combine time on the sand with a picnic or a break in the park.
Operating and parking rules can affect how you plan your visit. Confirm current hours, parking arrangements and other access rules with the City before you go; the official details should guide your timing. Hawaii Ocean Safety is the recommended source for current beach and water conditions.
Combining the park with nearby Honolulu stops
Ala Moana Regional Park sits on Oʻahu’s south shore, just west of Waikīkī, so you can make the beach and park your main stop and add other Honolulu sights to your day. For another outdoor option in Waikīkī, Kapiʻolani Regional Park’s paths and picnic areas offer a different park setting.
Keep the plan simple: spend time along the beach, then use the park’s picnic areas or facilities before moving on. The shoreline and Magic Island provide two distinct settings within the park, while the amenities support a longer visit without needing to leave for basic facilities.
FAQs
How long is Ala Moana Beach?
The beach is half a mile long. A fringing reef protects it, and the waters are described as calm.
What can you do at Ala Moana Beach Park?
Activities include swimming, surfing and bodyboarding. Check Hawaii Ocean Safety for current conditions before choosing a water activity.
What facilities are at the park?
Amenities include lifeguards, picnic tables, showers, food concessions, restrooms, phones, parking and barbecue grills.