Kapiolani Regional Park (Kapiʻolani Regional Park) is a public park in Waikīkī, Honolulu, and a place to pair outdoor time with visits to the Honolulu Zoo or Waikīkī Aquarium.
- Location: Waikīkī, Honolulu
- Nearby sights: Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Aquarium
- Park background: Hawaiʻi’s oldest public park
Walking from Waikīkī to the park
The park is about a 23-minute walk from Sweetwater at Waikiki. Driving takes about 4 minutes, so you can choose between walking and driving based on your plans.
The Waikīkī Aquarium sits on the shoreline in the park, making it a natural stop to combine with time outdoors. The Honolulu Zoo is another nearby attraction.
Park paths, lawns, and outdoor spaces
Kapiʻolani Regional Park is Hawaiʻi’s oldest public park and a public outdoor space in Waikīkī. Its location lets you add park time to a visit to nearby attractions without traveling across the city.
The Waikīkī Aquarium is across the street from Kapiʻolani Park Tennis Courts. You can also include the Waikīkī shoreline and its beach access points in a visit to this part of Honolulu.
Nearby Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Aquarium
The Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Aquarium are two nearby attractions to combine with a park visit. The Aquarium is on the shoreline in the park, while the Zoo is at the corner of Kapahulu Avenue and Kalākaua Avenue.
Honolulu Zoo
The Honolulu Zoo is at 151 Kapahulu Avenue. Its visitor areas include the African Savanna, Reptile Complex, Bird Sanctuary, Orchid Garden, Picnic Lawn, and Keiki Zoo. The Zoo’s hours are 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with last entry at 3:00 p.m. Stay on paths, avoid climbing fences or railings, and don’t feed the animals.
Waikīkī Aquarium
The Waikīkī Aquarium is at 2777 Kalākaua Avenue. It is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and closes at 5:00 p.m.; general admission is $12. It is within walking distance of Waikīkī Beach. A guide to visiting the Waikīkī Aquarium covers the outing in more detail.
Planning for facilities and park rules
Follow posted vehicle restrictions when driving or parking in a public park. Honolulu ordinance prohibits operating, parking, or standing a motor vehicle in a public park in violation of those restrictions.
It also prohibits gathering or picking up golf balls on a public golf course, except for authorized Parks and Recreation personnel, golfers on the course, and their caddies. The City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation provides park rules and regulations.
At the Aquarium, metered street parking is on the park side of Kalākaua Avenue. A very limited number of free stalls in front of the entrance are reserved for Aquarium visitors, and two-hour parking passes are available at its admission desk on busy days.
The Zoo parking lot entrance is on Kapahulu Avenue; parking there costs $1.50 per hour. Free parking is available at the Waikīkī Shell lot across Monsarrat Avenue. The Honolulu Zoo guide from Waikīkī covers more visit details.
Hours, admission, and parking details can change. Check the official site before you go, including the Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Aquarium sites for their respective details.
FAQs
Where is Kapiʻolani Regional Park?
The park is in Waikīkī, Honolulu. The Waikīkī Aquarium is on the shoreline within the park.
Can you visit the Honolulu Zoo and Waikīkī Aquarium on the same outing?
Yes. Both attractions are near the park, and the Aquarium is on the shoreline within it.
What are the Honolulu Zoo’s hours?
The Zoo is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with last entry at 3:00 p.m. Check the Zoo’s official site before your visit for current details.
Does the Waikīkī Aquarium charge admission?
General admission is $12. The Aquarium is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.