The 10 Best Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

1.Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 787 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $199Our pick

This full-day Oahu tour pairs the solemn USS Arizona Memorial with Dole Plantation, North Shore surf beaches, Kualoa views, and the Polynesian Cultural Center. Round-trip Waikiki transport, admissions, and a small group of up to 15 are included. Guides such as Summer and Papa P are known for lively island history and personal care.

“WELL worth the money! TERRIFIC time with Papa P! He was very knowledgeable about the island, provided snacks and water, good advice on what to do and see when going into the stops. BONUS surprises along the way!”

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2.Polynesian Cultural Center: Islands of Polynesia Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 233 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $103Best value

Spend about six hours at Oahu’s North Shore Polynesian Cultural Center, where six village areas present seven Polynesian cultures through music, crafts, cooking, games, canoe rides, and demonstrations. Your ticket includes a three-day village pass. Dinner, the Ha: Breath of Life show, and hotel transport require an upgrade or separate package.

“Reserve electric cart prior to going if you have trouble walking. Very well laid out. Nice presentations.”

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3.Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Kauai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $479

Fly from Kauai to Oahu for a packed small-group day at Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, the North Shore, Polynesian Cultural Center, and Kualoa Regional Park. Airfare, attraction tickets, an air-conditioned vehicle, and local narration are included, but the schedule leaves little free time.

“Sadly, I would not recommend this tour at all - my husband and I were staying on Kauai, and after reading this itinerary thought it would be a great way to spend the day on Oahu for the sights listed. It sounds like the perfect day and well-thought out. It is the complete opposite! From beginning to end, we ran into problems. They claim they take care of everything, have all the tickets pre-purchased, provide a tour guide - none of this is true. There is no tour guide, there is a driver - who although was friendly, was extremely unprofessional and lacked any type of care regarding sticking to…”

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4.Polynesian Cultural Center: Gateway Buffet Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 5 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $172

Spend an afternoon at the Polynesian Cultural Center exploring six island villages, joining hands-on demonstrations, and taking a lagoon canoe ride. Finish with the Gateway Buffet, live music, and Silver seating for HĀ: Breath of Life, a large evening production with more than 100 performers.

“The crew was awesome, very polite, and professional. The chef cooked an amazing dinner. The views were incredible.”

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5.Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Polynesian Center from Waikiki

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 103 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $199

Pack three major Oahu sights into one long day with Waikiki pickup, a small group of up to 15, and an English-speaking guide. You’ll visit Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial, stop for pineapple treats at Dole Plantation, see island viewpoints, and spend time at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Guides may include Summer, Papa P, Leena, Johnny, or Cousin Guy.

“This is a wonderful trip and I know everyone’s preferences are different, but personally I would have liked a longer time at the Dole Plantation (20 minutes wasn't long enough) and less time at the Polynesian Center. But over all a great day.”

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6.Polynesian Cultural Center Island Villages Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 92 reviews · 5 hours · from $103

Spend five hours exploring Hawaii, Aotearoa, Fiji, Tahiti, Tonga, and Samoa at the Polynesian Cultural Center. You set your pace, then join scheduled presentations for hula, haka, canoeing, spear throwing, coconut work, traditional food, and more. Luaus and evening shows cost extra.

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7.Best of Oahu: Pearl Harbor, Arizona Memorial and the Polynesian Cultural Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $271

You’ll spend a full day moving from the quiet power of Pearl Harbor to the music, food, and village demonstrations of the Polynesian Cultural Center. Waikiki pickup, lunch, admissions, and USS Arizona Memorial tickets are included. Guides such as Tim, Winnie, Oz, and Anson have made this tour especially personal for small groups.

“Winnie was our tour guide and she was awesome. We learned so much about the island and culture. Highly recommend this tour.”

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8.Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Maui

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $479

Fly from Maui to Honolulu, then spend a full day with a local guide at Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, Oahu’s North Shore, the Polynesian Cultural Center, and Kualoa Regional Park. Airfare and attraction tickets are included, with pickup at Honolulu Airport.

“Awesome presentations and fun activities. We had a great time. Would recommend a visit to this Center.”

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9.Pearl Harbor, Dole Plantation, and Polynesian Center from Kona

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $479

Fly from Kona to Honolulu for a full Oahu day with round-trip airfare, a driver-guide, Pearl Harbor and USS Arizona Memorial tickets, Dole Plantation, North Shore views, a canoe pageant, and barbecue lunch at the Polynesian Cultural Center.

“Our tour guide arrived late to pick us up, which meant we didn't have enough time to see all of Pearl Harbor and had limited time at the Dole Plantation. We did not receive any notification that the guide would be late. When I called to find out where they were, I was told that another guest had been late for their pickup. That guest was taken directly to Pearl Harbor before we were picked up, meaning they got to see the full site while our experience was limited. I have reached out to Aloha Sunshine tours to discuss our disappointment, lack of notification, and lack of apology or compensation.…”

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10.Islands of Polynesia and “HA: Breath of Life Show”

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 25 reviews · from $136

Spend up to three days exploring Hawaii, Aotearoa, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, and Tahiti at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Try hula, poi, weaving, games, and pole fishing, then watch Hā: Breath of Life, a large evening show with music, dance, fire knife performers, and animation.

“The final show was rather long but very beautiful, and the day was perfect. A magnificent and rich culture!”

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