History & culture · ʻIolani Palace, Downtown Honolulu

Docent-Led Tour of ʻIolani Palace

Guided walk through the first and second floors of the palace where Hawaiʻi's last monarchs lived and ruled, in downtown Honolulu.

ʻIolani Palace (Docent-Led Tour of ʻIolani Palace)
LengthAllow 60–90 minutes
Starts atTicket window in Hale Koa (the Barracks), next to the palace, 364 S King St, Downtown Honolulu

OUR NOTES

Before you book

  • Tickets are online only: no walk-ups or same-day bookings. Docent tours run Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at set times.
  • No large bags, backpacks, food or drink inside; no flash, video or selfie sticks. Shoe covers are provided.
  • For a small-group look at restricted rooms, the White Glove Tour ($127, 4 guests, Thursdays) is led by the palace historian.

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