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    4.6 (172 reviews)

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    Diana K.

    Magic Island is a fun spot to visit in Honolulu because there's always something going on - people BBQing, couples taking engagement photos, kids playing, runners, hammock loungers... it's a vibe. I ran a 5K here and loved it since the path is flat and easy. The sunsets are unreal (think fiery pinks and oranges). Just a heads up though that the park closes at night, so make sure to read the car signs so that your car doesn't get towed!

    Andrew W.

    This is the magical island where you get to see the Friday night fireworks starts at 7:45 PM every week!! What a wonderful spirit to celebrate weekend every week! :) love that culture! It's a very nice view so it's recommended! The fireworks from Hilton hotels are amazing Cheers

    Serene ;)
    Ben C.

    Beautiful park. Acres of grassy field with families & friends enjoying a weekend of BBQ, boom box and beach. Paved walking path all around the park. Sandy beach lagoon protected with a tidal wave rock barrier for easy swimming & paddleboarding. This is where the locals come to get away from the Waikiki tourists.

    Craig T.

    Lucky we live in Hawaii the old saying goes . Beautiful weather all year around and look at these pics I took of Magic Island. Today I attended my grand nephew 1 year birthday party at Magic island . I got there around 9:45am and the party started at 11:00am till whenever lol. I got lucky I found a parking close to the grass area where all the picnic area is located. My niece reserved picnic area #38 which was farther than I thought closer to the backside beach lagoon . Closer for all the Keiki's when it's swimming time . She also rented a jumping castle for the kids . Food was ordered from Fukuya and it was not bad It was a beautiful day little winds and not that hot because we all was underneath a big tree . Support local Lucky we live in Hawaii the old saying goes . Beautiful weather all year around and look at these pics I took of Magic Island. Today I attended my grand nephew 1 year birthday party at Magic island . I got there around 9:45am and the party started at 11:00am till whenever lol. I got lucky I found a parking close to the grass area where all the picnic area is located. My niece reserved picnic area #38 which was farther than I thought closer to the backside beach lagoon . Closer for all the Keiki's when it's swimming time . She also rented a jumping castle for the kids . Food was ordered from Fukuya and it was not bad It was a beautiful day little winds and not that hot because we all was underneath a big tree . Support local

    Enjoying our time on the beach.
    Kevin B.

    My second time at the Magic Island, and it was a blast. Love the clean ocean water and sand. Awesome beach here. Love the vibe, and the people make it fun here too. Great escape to get away from everything.

    Fisherman with his Barracuda Breakfast.
    Linda R.

    Barracuda caught, May 20, 2025, and eaten live by this fisherman. Also, building the stage for the Memorial Day party, May 26, 2025.

    Sunset
    Suri S.

    Love coming here for sunset walks! Very peaceful and relaxing especially at night. Well lit throughout the park. You can also watch the fireworks from here that launch on Fridays around 7:45pm-8pm. Very popular for luaus and family activities here! Safe place to walk, run, bike, do yoga, or even seen people rollerblade here. One of my favorite spots to watch the sunrise/sunset. Everytime we come here to walk, I never fail to see a young Japanese couple taking their wedding photos here. I've even seen someone hosting their wedding ceremony here. Not surprising as the view speaks for itself! Recommend bringing people of all ages here. Plenty of parking.

    Alex C.

    Magic Island is a must stop for me every time I'm back in Oahu. This beautiful lagoon on the east side Ala Moana Beach Park features a small, quiet beach with crystal clear waters protected by a seawall. The shore is fairly shallow, and you can safely walk it before it begins to get deep. The water is FILLED with tiny little fish that will swim all around you, truly giving credence to this lagoon's name. You'll feel like you're in a real-life Disney movie. This site was originally created to house a resort, but those plans were eventually scrapped, and this area converted to a park instead. The grass area is a popular spot for picnics and barbeques, and it's not uncommon to see people fishing off the Waikiki side (although I've yet to talk to anyone that caught anything). Free parking is readily available in the large public lot.

    Alvin A.

    Magic Island Lagoon at Ala Moana Beach Park is known for Activities such as Surfing, bodyboarding, fishing, scuba diving, and swimming. Amenities including Free Parking, showers, restrooms, picnic tables, TheBus transportation, food concessions, and lifeguard. Magic Island is a manmade peninsula at the east end of Ala Moana Beach Park. It features large seawalls and a shallow lagoon for children to enjoy swimming in calm waters. All throughout Ala Moana Beach Park has many picnic tables under trees making it an ideal location for family gatherings. This past weekend, my place of employment marched in this month's Annual Honolulu Pride Parade. Because this was the beginning of the festival, there were many cars finding their way from Ala Moana Boulevard. it was pretty packed on Saturday, where lots of people were walking in to the park too. It's really a beautiful and popular neighborhood park where thousands come here for 4th or July Fireworks and Memorial Day weekend.

    Reuben L.

    Today was a beautiful day to have Toys 4 Tots event. It was a good turn out that started from Magic Island parking lot and ended at Kapiolani Park in Waikiki. 5000-6000 bikers showed up and Magic Island parking lot accommodated all. It was a nice ride and to see so much awesome motorcycles at one event. What a great experience!

    Beautiful sunset

    Beautiful sunset, close to Waikiki Beach, I got engaged here. Amazing calm water & a great place to walk or exercise.

    Gabriel P.

    Magic Island is adjacent to the world famous Ala Moana Beach Park. The park is well keeped. On my recent visit to the park I noticed how clean and manicured the park was. I was there to celebrate the first birthday of my grand nephew. I also learned that you can reserve a space for large gatherings. Enjoy

    sunset
    Angel H.

    The jogging trail in this area is beautiful, especially when the sun sets. If you're there at the right time the sky is lighted in shades of purple, pink and orange. They have benches along the path that you can sit at and enjoy the scenery. If you do one lap around the trail it's 0.7 miles. On Friday nights, Hilton Hawaiian Village will have fireworks at 7:45pm. You can see the fireworks clearly from this area. It'll last about 3-5 minutes, so don't blink or you'll miss it.

    Beautiful day for doing nothing at the beach

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    Ask the Community - Magic Island

    Is there easy snorkeling for kids here?

    Yes, definitely. If you are in the lagoon, it's a great place for kids to snorkel!

    Does it cost anything?

    Visiting on this island itself doesn't cost anything unless you buy some local foods here! ;)

    Where do you park?

    There's lots of free parking in the lot (right in front) or along the streets of Ala Moana Beach Park!

    What are the parking hours and rules/regulations?

    They follow Ala Moana Beach Park rules. Parking is first come, first serve. Parking lot has been recently remodeled.

    Is there food?

    There's a plate lunch kiosk nearby called L&L... along the main park road by the restrooms and exercise equipment

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    Review Highlights - Magic Island

    Magic island is a manmade extension of Ala Moana Beach Park with great views of Waikiki, Ala Moana, and Kakaako.

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    Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park

    Pu'u 'Ualaka'a State Park

    4.8
    (173 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    Visiting Pu'u Ualaka's State Park is on my top ten favorite things to do in Honolulu. The Park…read moreoffers spectacular views of the entire Southside of the Island. I travelled up Mount Tantalus to the Park yesterday with my daughter. We travelled through beautiful dense forest at the Park entrance. At the highest overlook, we could see everything and more from Diamond Head out to (and beyond) the airport. We could see all of Honolulu. I felt like we were on top of the world! Plaques offer fascinating overviews of the history and geology of the landmarks below. We could even see inside the famous tuff cone, Punch Bowl! Nearby is the first macadamia nut orchard in Hawaii. The overviews are paved with railings and easily accessible. The Park offers picnic areas with a couple pavilions and picnic tables. There is a charge for non-resident parking of $7 that can be paid electronically. Resident parking is free. Parking is limited, but there are several parking areas. We had no trouble finding parking mid week. Warning signs tell guest not to leave valuables in the car. Pu'u Ualaka'a State Park is only two miles from downtown Honolulu (maybe a couple more miles to the top). The Park is an easy 5 star and worth a visit.

    Puʻu ʻUalakaʻa State Park offers some of the best views of the greater Waikiki and Honolulu area…read more It's well worth the drive up for the panoramic vista that stretches from Mānoa all the way to Diamond Head, and out toward Honolulu Airport and Pearl Harbor. The park officially closes at 6pm, but I've walked in after hours before to enjoy the city lights, and the views are just as impressive at night. It's a bit off the typical tourist path, so it doesn't get overly crowded. Highly recommended if you want a different perspective of Honolulu.

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    Leahi Millennium Peace Circle Garden

    Leahi Millennium Peace Circle Garden

    4.8
    (12 reviews)
    3.3 mi

    Peace and tranquility. Nature and realistic rustic surrealities converge here at the Leahi…read moreMillennium Peace Garden. It's one of those places that can bring peace in a troubling world. Be forewarned though, it can get warm and humid here during the summer months, so you might want to go in the winter. You never know what you can find when you least expect it. Even in your backyard or neighborhood, there's always something cool to find, whether it's hidden or out there in plain view. I have come to know the Leahi Millennium Peace Garden during my days attending Kapiolani Community College, but those days are long gone. These days, I've come to rediscover the gardens during my time here on the KCC campus and appreciating the gardens each time I come to visit. It's one of the many bright spots in the ol kaimuki neighborhood. Although it is usually combined with the Kapiolani Community College campus, the Leahi Millennium Peace Garden is as therapeutic and majestic, as nature is always is. As often as I come through Kapiolani Community College to run through the campus, play Pokémon Go with friends, or just enjoy my alma mater on any given weekend. I would usually come here on the weekends though and be reminded of life and how fragile it can be, among random things. The Leahi Millennium Peace garden is a great compliment to the campus and I always look forward to strolling through the area when I come over. Even though the garden isn't technically on the Kapiolani Community College campus, it's maintenance is provided by volunteers connected to the KCC campus. Best bet would be to come here in the morning hours before it gets warm, or late afternoon so it isn't too terribly hot. The unique flora makes it an interesting walk through the gardens. Seeing the bees and other various insects do their thing with the plant life here gives the area its purpose and life meaning. The overall experience here at the Leahi Millennium peace garden is as good as it can be. The garden isn't as large as a community park, but it's quaint and beautiful any time of the day or night. The location of the peace garden can be found at 4184 Diamond Head Road in Honolulu, HI. It's literally across the street from Kapiolani Community College's Diamond Head Road border. Since it is a peace garden, there is not an entrance admission fee to be found. Like all community parks in Honolulu, it is free to come here and I am happy to come here whenever I can. It is connected with the Fort Ruger Pathway and the Bryan Clay workout stations are nearby too. Since I live close to the Leahi Millennium Peace Garden and the Kapiolani Community College, walking there is usually not a problem. You can drive there and park on the Kapiolani Community College lower campus and walk across the street to enjoy the gardens. If public transit is more of your thing, bus routes 3, 9, 23, and 24 come through the area from Waikiki and stop at the Diamond Head State Monument bus stop. From there, you can walk about 50 feet and into the Peace gardens. Uber and Lyft are always options too, if you prefer. For the most part though, a trip to the gardens provides an excellent way to spend the morning or afternoon. It's a way to not spend money and a place to declutter your mind and soul while reorganizing yourself. Much like the beach or public community parks, the Leahi Millennium Peace garden works the same way. It functions easily as a way to minimize stress and helps you focus on what's important in your life. Mindful and spiritual opportunities are abound here and it is definitely helpful when you can get away from the television or your mobile devices and just experience nature in your back yard. Do yourself a favor and come and visit the Leahi Millennium Peace garden one of these days and you would possibly be surprised at how magnificent and magical it can be. It is an uplifting experience that can be one that can fulfill your dreams. Well, maybe not, but it does have a way of brightening up your spirits when life throws curve balls at you. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Definitely recommend coming here if you are in the area. If you are climbing Diamond Head anyway, take a moment and go through the gardens on the way out. It would be a good cool down from the hike. Support local! A+

    Kind of a sketchy place to run through when it is dark but it's definitely a nice effort at trying…read moreto give some greenery and a place of respite in this area. Would I venture into this place at night? No. But an effort was made and that is being acknowledged. I also enjoy seeing the resident feral cats that frequent this area when I go for my runs. They are so cute.

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    Moanalua Gardens

    Moanalua Gardens

    4.3
    (146 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    Moanalua Gardens is such a lovely, central place on Oahu to come and enjoy a little rest and…read morerelaxation in nature. My husband and I have been coming here for years, and remember coming here when we first started dating. The price went up a little bit to a few bucks a person, but it's still worth the entrance fee. We came back here with our kids, who had never been, and they had so much fun playing in and around the huge trees, running around the big open spaces, and feeding the ducks in the duck pond. A picnic was a delight at a table, and we brought a blanket to sit on and eat snacks again a little later while we were walking around. The bathrooms are nice and renovated. Really appreciate that touch. Overall, a great place to come for a little communue with nature.

    Moanalua Gardens is a nicely maintained wide open park with many large "Hitachi" monkeypod trees…read morespread out. Definitely more so a park than a garden. Been wanting to visit here for years as the last time was probably in elementary school for a field trip, and I forgot what exactly was here. It was closed during and after covid for years, then reopened to private functions only, and had no idea when it was reopened to the public. $10 for adults ($4 for Kama'aina and military) 7 for ages 6-12, under 6 (and Kama'aina and military) is free. Moanalua Gardens is conveniently located right next to the H-1 freeway. Heading westbound direction is very easy. Note: the parking entrance is literally right before the off ramp. Look for the "Moanalua Gardens" signs. Take the Tripler exit. Look for the entrance on the right. If you're on the off-ramp, you passed it. But that's okay! You can make a right (H-1 eastbound, you'll make a left at the Triper off-ramp), then left on Mahiole St, and turn in the next driveway. You'll drive through the service entrance to the parking lot. Plenty of parking! Pay at the entrance kiosk where they also sell snacks and drinks. Once inside, there's a moss/algae and leaf filled pond. There's koi fish, but the water is dark and murky, you can barely see their bright colors. King Kamehameha V's cottage that looks like a like a usual house. A Chinese style structure that looks like it has seen better days. Both are not accessible. As for the rest, the "Hitachi" monkeypod trees are all well maintained. Even though, there's PLENTY of monkeypod trees around the island, there's not many that's grown in this wide, umbrella shaped figure with branches close to the ground. Overall, it's cool to see the umbrella shaped Hitachi trees in a wide open, park-like space, but the other areas are not very well-maintained. There's not much else to do with some places restricted making it difficult to appreciate the history and importance. Charging $10 regular entrance fee, even the $4 Kama'aina fee, isn't worth it to just go in a what is basically a park. Isn't Hitachi paying atleast $400,000 per year to use the image of the tree in their advertising?

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    Foster Botanical Garden

    Foster Botanical Garden

    4.5
    (287 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    I visited the Foster Botanical Garden while vacationing in Honolulu, and I think it's the perfect…read moreactivity to do during a gap in between longer activities or even the first thing to do on a day-long itinerary. First off, the $5.00 per person admission fee is reasonable considering that the garden itself isn't particularly huge. The fairly small space notwithstanding, the Foster Botanical Garden is very peaceful and calming. The entire time I was here with my brother, we both felt the urge to slow down and really take in the atmosphere as we're both very accustomed to the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The staff are welcoming and exceptionally knowledgable about the foliage and history of it as it pertains to Honolulu, and the different types of wildlife who inhabit the garden are really cool too. All in all, I'd strongly recommend the Foster Botanical Garden for anyone looking for something a little more peaceful and intimate while hanging out in Honolulu.

    Loved this place. Great place to just decompress and walk around for a good 45 mins. or so. The…read morebotanical garden is basically right in the middle of HNL. Check this place out. The collection of plants and trees are remarkable.

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    A closer look inside a Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) flower. These trees are commonly seen around Hindu temples in India.
    A closer look inside a Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) flower. These trees are commonly seen around Hindu temples in India.
    The Corpose Plant is one of the most popular specimens in our collection! This endagered species only blooms once every 2 to 5 years.
    The Corpose Plant is one of the most popular specimens in our collection! This endagered species only blooms once every 2 to 5 years.
    The Main Lawn located on the norther, mauka most portion of the botanical garden.

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    The Main Lawn located on the norther, mauka most portion of the botanical garden.
    Booth District Park

    Booth District Park

    4.6
    (25 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We went to Booth District Park a few weeks ago. It was my first time going there that I remember…read more It's a pretty big park and they have parking spaces all around the park. We went there for the playground but there wasn't any spaces in front of the playground so we had to walk just a little to get there. It's a really nice park to go to if you're in the area. They have a nice field, playground, basketball courts, and pickle ball courts. The playground is a little different from others because it has a zip line for kids. You hang onto a handle and with enough momentum you can swing yourself to the other side. My daughter loved that when we went to a park in California and we just never saw one of those in Hawaii. But now we know... They do exist! The playground is also in the shade so you won't get fried when waiting for your kids to finish playing. And there is a bench to sit and rest while you wait. Great park, we hope to go back there soon.

    This is a hidden gem in the heart of Pauoa…read more When I heard about the Yelp Earth Day Challenge, Booth Park immediately came to mind. My husband works for the DOE and wanted to "check out" this park last year. Although we live in Moiliili, the drive is quick since it's right off the freeway. So glad we did... It's now one of our top 3 parks to take the boys! The facilities are well maintained, shaded by the huge trees that offer parents and kids shelter from the midday sun. My oldest son (4.5yrs) loves the swings and riding his scooter around the basketball and tennis courts. My youngest (3rd) enjoys jumping off the concrete benches and mastering the playground (which is more elaborate than the usual city park playgrounds around town). There's spinning chairs, slides, a mini zip line, drums, and chimes that kids can make music with! So cool! Parking is fairly easy to find around the park perimeter. Area has been consistently safe when we take the kids (about once every couple of weeks). Great for all ages but adult supervision is still recommended esp for the littles.

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