Can I wear shorts to Pearl Harbor?
Can I wear shorts to Pearl Harbor? For civilian visitors, there is no official dress code at Pearl Harbor. When you're dressing for the day, however, keep in mind that you're in a place of honor and historical importance. Dress comfortably, but not so much that you risk offending anyone visiting Pearl Harbor.
What is not allowed at Pearl Harbor?
Bags, packages, or containers that offer concealment, such as purses, handbags, backpacks, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage, etc. that exceed the measurements of 1.5 X 2.25 X 5.5, are not allowed at the monument.
How hard is it to get USS Arizona tickets?
Although there are 1,300 free tickets available daily, due to high demand there are often more people than free tickets and not everyone gets to visit the USS Arizona Memorial that day. For this reason, we encourage booking a guided tour. Guided tours include guaranteed tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial.
Is there a lot of walking at Pearl Harbor?
With so many sites to see at Pearl Harbor, expect lots of walking. Wear comfortable shoes and breathable clothing.
Can I take my phone into Pearl Harbor?
There is a no bag policy at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you can bring in your wallet, camera, phone and bottled water. Please check in at the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites ticket counter, located in the courtyard of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.
Is it worth seeing Pearl Harbor?
With over 1.8 million visitors per year Pearl Harbor is one of the most visited place in all the Hawaiian Islands, and for good reason. People go to pay their respects to fallen heroes, and to learn more about what happened that fateful morning of December 7th, 1941.
What shoes to wear to Pearl Harbor?
Dress Comfortably Wear comfortable shoes and breathable clothing. Since Pearl Harbor is a memorial, wearing bathing suits and coverups is not recommended. Keep in mind visitors are paying their respects, so you must dress appropriately.
How much time do you need at Pearl Harbor?
While it's possible to visit all four of the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites in roughly 6 hours, the best way to experience Pearl Harbor - and not miss a thing - is to make a full day of it.
What are the best times to visit Pearl Harbour?
The morning is the best time to visit Pearl Harbor. The last tour at Pearl Harbor (with short documentary and boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial) is at 3:00 PM. From Oahu, all our tours depart in the morning and duration of tour range from 5 hours to 10 hours.
What can you carry into Pearl Harbor?
Because Pearl Harbor National Memorial has a no bag policy, it is recommended that you bring snacks and water bottles that you can carry.
Is USS Arizona worth it?
This all made sense for us because we wanted to spend the whole day there, but if you only have a couple hours definitely see the USS Arizona. I'm not a history buff, but I could definitely appreciate the solemn sacrifice made on that day and the memorial is absolutely stunning. This is a must see on the island.
What is the busiest day of the week at Pearl Harbor?
Wednesdays often see several school groups visiting at once, and Monday and Friday traffic can be a bit worse than the other weekdays. In any case, be sure to book your Pearl Harbor tour well in advance, to ensure you can experience this enormously significant site in American history.
Do I need a mask to visit Pearl Harbor?
Masks are no longer required at Pearl Harbor National Memorial and Visitor Center. Beginning Saturday March 26, 2022 - the State of Hawaii is lifting the indoor mask requirements, we no longer require masks indoors at Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center or the USS Arizona Memorial.
Are there bathrooms at Pearl Harbor?
The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center has reserved accessible parking in the front lot. The restrooms, movie theater, exhibit galleries, bookstore, information desk and drinking fountains, Navy shuttle boats, and USS Arizona Memorial are all fully-accessible to people in wheelchairs.
Do you have to empty your handbag at the airport?
Certainly not at check in. They do inspect bags at security and can ask to look inside any bag you have but in several decades of travel I've never had security anywhere ask to completely empty a bag. In my experience if they see something suspicious on the x-ray typically they'll just dig around in it.
Can you wear a bum bag on a plane?
The personal item can be a backpack, a purse, a laptop bag, whatever. A fanny pack is usually counted as this. Then your carry-on bag might be a smaller suitcase or duffel bag that you put in the overhead bins on the plane. Yes, a fanny pack is typically considered a carry-on item when traveling by air.