Oʻahu
Oʻahu is Hawaii’s third-largest island and the region’s cultural and economic heart. From Waikīkī and historic Honolulu to lush rainforests and dramatic seaside cliffs, Oʻahu offers a mix of urban energy and natural beauty.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Hawaii |
| Subregion | Pacific Islands |
| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaii |
| County | Honolulu County |
| City | Honolulu |
| Timezone | PacificHonolulu |
| Latitude | 21.3 |
| Longitude | -157.8 |
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4:13 PM LOCAL TIMEOʻahu is the vibrant crown jewel of the Hawaiian Islands — a compact island that combines world-class surf breaks like Waikīkī and Pipeline, historic sites such as Pearl Harbor, and state capital Honolulu with rainforests, waterfalls, and coastal trails. Visitors come for urban culture, culinary diversity, and easy access to activities; locals and long-time residents value the island’s mix of Native Hawaiian heritage and multicultural influences. Car and public transportation allow around-island travel, revealing hidden valley pools, mountain lookouts, and quiet neighborhood eateries away from the main tourist zones.
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