Honolulu Zoo
Waikīkī, Honolulu
A 42-Acre Zoo Beside Waikīkī, With Kamaʻāina Pricing
The Honolulu Zoo, at 151 Kapahulu Avenue on the edge of Waikīkī, covers 42 acres and describes itself as a Waikīkī destination since 1947. Its site lists about 905 animals across an African savanna area, a reptile complex, a bird sanctuary, a keiki zoo and an orchid garden. It is open daily 10 AM to 4 PM with last entry at 3 PM.
Admission is $21 for adults (13+) and $13 for children 3–12, with infants free; Hawaiʻi ID holders and military pay $10 for adults and $6 for children. Outside snacks, drinks and coolers are allowed (no grills or alcohol), and the zoo is wheelchair accessible. Metered lot parking is $1.50 an hour, and the Waikīkī Shell lot across Monsarrat Avenue is free.
Why Roamwise recommends this
A straightforward family stop in Waikīkī, priced higher than the other cheap sights, so best when you have kids.
Best for: families with young children, a 2-to-3-hour outing, picnics on the lawn.
Insider tip: park free at the Waikīkī Shell lot, and go in the morning when animals are most active and the day is cooler.
- Safety notes:
- Hours and prices are from the zoo's own site; confirm holiday closures before going.
- Price tier:
- $$
- Cost:
- $21 adults (13+), $13 kids 3–12; Hawaiʻi ID holders and military $10 adults, $6 kids. Parking is $1.50 an hour, or free across the street at the Waikīkī Shell. (checked October 2026)
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Local tips
- •Adults $21, kids 3–12 $13
- •Hawaiʻi ID and military $10 adults, $6 kids.
- •Open 10 AM–4 PM daily
- •last entry 3 PM.
- •Outside food and coolers are allowed
- •no grills or alcohol.
- •Free parking at the Waikīkī Shell lot across Monsarrat Avenue.
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