Top Things to do in Oahu's North Shore
Top Hotels in Oahu's North Shore
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Oahu's North Shore, Oahu
Discover the best top things to do in Oahu's North Shore, United States including Toa Luau, Pupukea Beach Park, Waimea Bay, Banzai Pipeline, Waimea Valley, Sunset Beach Park, Mokuleia Beach Park, Sharks Cove, Laniakea Beach, Ehukai Beach Park.
Restaurants in Oahu's North Shore
1. Toa Luau
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 695 reviews
Toa Luau invites you to immerse yourself in the beauty and excitement of Polynesia on Oahu’s historic North Shore! Book any one of our three luau packages for admission into the lush Waimea valley. Set aside ample time in the day to walk through the fragrant flower lei gardens or hike among some of Hawaii’s most diverse plant life and even swim at the refreshing Waimea falls. The epitome of your visit happens with TOA at Oahu’s newest Polynesian luau! Complete with authentic interactive cultural demonstrations, island feast and a sampling of Polynesian dances from all over the Pacific. Your time with us will be one to remember long after you leave our beautiful islands. Natural wonders, traditional cooking demonstrations, and thrilling entertainment … There’s Something for everyone when you spend an adventurous day with TOA LUAU in alluring Waimea.
Reviewed By Theboringone - Walla Walla, United States
If you're looking for an authentic, interactive, fun, family Luau with the BEST food, Toa is the one. Its also the best value. We received flower Leis, admission to Waimea Valley Gardens ( for the day), free easy parking, interactive lessons on weaving, pom pom making, how to open coconuts, taro bundles, food demonstrations, cultural education, three drinks each (not watered down), better than restaurant food, desserts, kava ceremony, gifts and top notch authenticate entertainment . I've been to the other larger Luaus on the island that left me feeling like just one person in a large crowd. With the Toa Luau, they only host a small number of guest , who immediately become family. I've been lucky enough to have visited the islands over 10 times, and this stands out as one of those memorable moments. Mahalo!
2. Pupukea Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 188 reviews
This location is great for children to swim.
Reviewed By 896ricn
Pupukea tide pools to the left, Shark's Cove to the right. Pools are not deep, mostly walkable - but bring water shoes. Shallow, and barefoot can hurt. Can be hard to maneuver in Snorkel gear. Saw the prettiest little Snowflake eel here, about 18 inches, lots of endemic fish. Really a great spot for kids and little ones. Shark's Cove is to the right of the restrooms. Better depth here and therefore better to Snorkel, or dive. Fish were incredibly abundant: some massive schools of 500 (or so), Green Sea Turtles, eel, and a nice array of Parrot Fish. Visibility to about 60 feet. Visited Thanksgiving week and were told to select a day with little to no surf, as it can make swimming difficult, reduce visibility and possibility cause injury. Picked the right day apparently as it was absolutely fantastic... One of the best I've experienced in the Islands. Notes: go early to get a decent parking spot. The small lot fills up early, by 10am or so. Across the street are several eateries, and a market just next door.
3. Waimea Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,245 reviews
A popular surfing area located on the North Shore of Oahu.
Reviewed By amysun2016 - Fairfield, United States
Waimea valley is beautiful. The big is big and is on the 7 miles miracle, north shore in general is very nice in the winter with big waves and you can watch surfers.
4. Banzai Pipeline
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By psudino - Weehawken, United States
We drove past the southern end and stopped at the Northern end of the pipeline at Sunset Beach. The entire length of the pipeline is residential and the beach looks untouched. On the day we visited it was rainy so the waves were actually smaller because the wind was blowing the out, according to our tour driver. Either way, the beach was untouched and beautiful.
5. Waimea Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,434 reviews
Experience Hawaiʻiʻs Living Culture in Waimea Valley, deeply rooted in authentic Hawaiian History, Culture, Spirituality and Tradition. Waimea Valley is a world apart from Waikiki, be in the quiet of nature, beautiful flowers, rare plants, cultural sites and a beautiful waterfall for swimming.
6. Sunset Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 903 reviews
Reviewed By travelcentric103 - Los Angeles, United States
Sunset Beach is stunning and beautiful Spend a moment watching the surfers and drive on 5 minutes to Pipeline - all the beaches on the North shore well worth seeing
7. Mokuleia Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By Traveler553162
If you like pounding surf, and less people, this is the place to go. Miles of beach and very few people on it. The surf pounds the shore and it is very peaceful to sit and stare at the ocean.
8. Sharks Cove
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 750 reviews
Reviewed By June_HTK19
My family went to several places during our stay in Oahu for snorkeling and our favorite spot is definitely Shark’s Cove! Deeper and more interesting undersea terrain to explore than Hanauma Bay, lots lots of fish and some corals, and we also saw a turtle! We prefer early morning snorkeling and when we arrived from Waikiki at around 8am, there were only a few cars in the parking lot, way less crowded than Hanauma Bay. As others suggested, wear marine shoes, be careful when you enter the rocks, do not step on or touch the reef and you should be fine!
9. Laniakea Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,208 reviews
Reviewed By debregehr
We drove to this beach to see turtles that usually arrive around 11 am. The first time we went it was very cool temperatures and rain - there were two people watching for the turtles but told us most likely they would not come to shore due to the tempertures. We returned the next day and were not disappointed. Laniakea Beach has a small parking area which has you crossing a very busy road I would highly recommend going early and being patient if you want to see turtles.
10. Ehukai Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Kawikamf - Honolulu, United States
Since "tripadvisor.com" states that Ehukai Beach Park is in Pupukea,Oahu,HI, then to find Ehukai Beach Park, most Tourists would ask a local the question: "Where is Pupukea" with the hope of narrowing down the location. BUT, do not ask a local: "Where is Pupukea?" Why? A local would probably send you up to the residential village area of Pupukea, which is NOT close to Ehukai Beach Park. Instead, a visitor should ask either: "Where is Sunset Beach Elementary School?" or "Where is Banzai Pipeline?". On the makai or ocean side of Kam Hwy, you will find Ehukai Beach Park. During the surf season (winter) do not swim, unless you ask the lifeguard,as to where it is safe to swim.
