Woman walking on beach with surfboard

Local Area & Activities

Do something rewarding. Our favorite activities come with spectacular payoffs well worth the effort. Get a new spin on a personal favorite, or have fun discovering something new.

Top Picks

  1. Diamond head view from waikiki beach oahu hawaii

    Waikiki Beaches

    Waikiki Beaches. There are 9 to be specific, and they are every bit as beautiful in person as they are in the postcards. From Kaimana, to Kuhio and Fort DeRussy, Waikiki’s shoreline is lined with palm trees and satiny white sand.

  2. Couple surfing waikiki beach oahu hawaii

    Surf

    Always wanted to learn to surf? Here is your chance. Waikiki is teeming with surf schools and spots for surfers of every stage. Beginners should book a lesson with Hans Hedemann Surf School. Seasoned surfers can catch massive waves at Populars (Pops) Beach. For the experienced surfers or if you just want to watch others ride the waves, head out to Oahu's North Shore.

  3. Boutique shopping waikiki oahu hawaii

    Shop

    Transform your wardrobe when you hit up the stores on Kalakaua Avenue. Browse the endless trendy options, high end designer labels, and luxurious jewelry at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center and the International Market Place. Find small boutiques tucked away on the side streets like hidden gems.

  4. Children at waikiki aquarium oahu hawaii

    Waikiki Aquarium

    Waikiki Aquarium is the habitat of hundreds of Hawaiian marine life where you can learn the characteristics and species of Hawaii’s sea creatures.

  5. Fun things to do with kids on Oahu

    Fun Things to do with Kids on Oahu

    Make Oahu your family's playground. Enjoy the many activities the island has to offer, from exploring the Children’s Discovery Museum, to swimming with dolphins at Sea Life Park. These fun kid-friendly activities may even bring out the kid in you.

  6. Pearl Harbor Mighty Mo

    Top Six Things to do on Oahu

    We assembled a list of the top six things to do on Oahu, from touring Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial to exploring the Polynesian Cultural Center, with its seven authentic Polynesian villages representing traditional life in Hawaii, Fiji, Samoa, the Marquesas, Tonga, Tahiti and Aotearoa (New Zealand).  

  7. Woman hiking oahu hawaii

    Hike

    Mix light exercise with sightseeing when you hike Diamond Head trail. This hour-long trail will take you to the top of a 760-foot summit where you will view the city and the Pacific Ocean below.

  8. Catamaran sunset sail oahu waikiki hawaii

    Sunset Sail

    Treat yourself to a luxurious evening of relaxing with a glass of champagne on a catamaran. Your sailing trip could be a romantic mini-break for two, or an intimate gathering with your closest friends.

  9. Giraffe head oahu waikiki honolulu zoo hawaii

    Honolulu Zoo

    Honolulu Zoo spans over 40 acres and is home to hundreds of animals, including native Hawaiian birds like the Hawaiian Goose and Hawaiian Hawk. There are also tropical plants onsite for those looking to get familiar with Hawaiian flora.

  10. Discover More with Aqua‑Aston

    See Oahu through our lens. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all our best Hawaii travel tips and inspo.

No inquiry has been made into the activities or events, or the risks, qualifications, or quality of the activities, events, and/or services offered by this provider as it is not affiliated with Aqua-Aston Hospitality, LLC or its affiliates (collectively, “Aqua-Aston”). Do not consider this an endorsement of or recommendation for any of the activities, events, or providers. Aqua-Aston assumes no liability for the products or services furnished by the independent service providers who have no affiliation with the Aqua-Aston business. Additional fees and costs may apply.  Activities and events are subject to change. Some activities or events may require the participant to be in good health and have a certain level of skill.

Aston at the Waikiki Banyan

201 Ohua Avenue  Honolulu, HI  96815
Toll Free Reservations: 855-945-4086
Property Direct: 808-922-0555

Map/Directions