How early do you need to get to Pearl Harbor?
How early do you need to get to Pearl Harbor? Pearl Harbor is open daily from 7 am to 5 pm. The USS Arizona Memorial is open from 7:30 am to 3 pm. If you have not arranged a tour in advance, it is recommended that you arrive prior to 7 am in order to get a ticket to see the USS Arizona Memorial.
How long is the standby line at Pearl Harbor?
Based on Pearl Harbor National Memorial reservation redemption rates, only 8-10% of Visitors can participate as standby. Waits for standby space available seating is 1-3 hours long. You must physically be in line and wait your turn, which can be a challenge in the heat and humidity.
Can I bring a water bottle to 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. There is a small snack shop on site that carries various sundry snacks and cold beverages. There are water fountains located throughout the park to use or refill water bottles with.
Is there food available at Pearl Harbor?
Our Hangar Café is the only sit-down restaurant with A/C, food, and adult beverages you'll find at any of the Pearl Harbor destinations throughout your day of site-seeing. Members of the Museum, military and kamaaina will receive a discount of 20% off their orders.
Are masks still required at 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.
Can you wear open toed shoes to Pearl Harbor?
Flip flops and sandals are permitted; however, we do encourage visitors to wear close toed shoes, as there is a lot of walking when visiting the Pearl Harbor Historic Sites.
How early should I get to Pearl Harbor?
You want to be able to get the most out of your Passport to Pearl Harbor tickets and to do that, we recommend that you plan to arrive fairly early in the morning, as close to the 7:00 AM opening time as possible.
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.
How long is the boat ride to USS Arizona Memorial?
The Pearl Harbor program consists of a 23-minute documentary film of the actual attack, a 10-minute boat ride to the Arizona memorial, and 15-minutes at the memorial.
Is there a lot of walking at the Pearl Harbor Memorial?
With so many sites to see at Pearl Harbor, expect lots of walking. 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.
Are purses allowed at Pearl Harbor?
Items that are NOT allowed at the monument: 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.
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.
Can you see the USS Arizona underwater?
But the majority of the ship is seen today only by those who dive to see it. Divers do not go inside the ship out of respect for the fallen sailors and marines but are able to see what's on the inside of the ship through a remotely operated vehicle.
Is the USS Arizona worth seeing?
Many visitors say this is a must-do attraction, and recommend reserving your free ticket well in advance since availability is so limited due to high demand. A visit to the USS Arizona Memorial is free, but you have to reserve a time slot on Recreation.gov in advance for the boat tour.
What is the busiest day at Pearl Harbor?
Along with the public Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremonies held on that day, travelers come from all over to pay their respects to the fallen men and women of the 1941 attack. Due to this huge influx of visitors, Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is the busiest day of the year for the national memorial.
Is there a dress code for the USS Arizona?
For uniformed military servicemen and women visiting Pearl Harbor, you will be required to wear Class “B” dress, or better, to board the shuttle to the USS Arizona. You are not permitted to wear battle dress uniforms on the USS Arizona, but are free to dress as a civilian on your visit to Pearl Harbor.
Is there a bathroom 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.
How early to get to USS Arizona?
There are valuable tips and tricks to make sure you have a sucessful visit to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. It is strongly recommended that you arrive on site at least 1-hour prior to your scheduled program time. You should check in at the Pearl Harbor Theater 10-minutes before your program time.
Are cell phones allowed at Pearl Harbor?
Today, Pearl Harbor shows little traces of the destruction that took place in 1941. There is a no bag policy at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you can bring in your wallet, camera, phone and bottled water.
What time of day is best to go to USS Arizona?
If you'd like, you can reserve your tickets online, up to two months in advance. This will ensure you get to visit the Memorial on your trip to Hawaii. Reserve your tickets for late morning or mid-afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds. The last program begins at 3:00 pm.