The Gathering Place, is what the island Oahu is more popularly known as And probably it is the most suitable name for an island that is not only one of the largest of the Hawaiian islands but also the most populated, and extremely popular among tourists on Hawaii vacations Oahu is also home to Honolulu which is the capital of the state of Hawaii With a total area of approximately 1545 kilometers, the island is also one of the largest islands in the United States The highest point in Oahu, Mt Ka'ala rises 1220 meters above sea level and is situated in the Wai'anae range With so many tourists visiting Oahu every year, there are many things to do on Oahu We list out some of the most popular activities among tourists

Things to do on Oahu at Night :-

The island of Oahu at nighttime is beautiful and thankfully, there are many things to do on Oahu Hawaii at nighttime Given below are some of the most exciting things that you can do

* A trip to Oahu is incomplete if you do not attend a Luau and a Luau at night is something that you will never forget There are many popular destinations for Luaus Find out when the next Luau is scheduled as soon as you reach the island and do not miss this Hawaiian tradition
* Take an evening off to take a walk through the streets of Waikiki You cannot miss the local street entertainers, some of whom can give even the most popular international stars a run for their money Also walk around the International Market which is a flea market of sorts with clothes, jewelry and souvenirs for you to pick to take back home
* A trip to the Kapahulu Pier is a must as you cannot miss the spectacle that is Sunset on the Beach, wherein the pier takes on the look of a movie theater with food booths and best of all, Hollywood films for free
* If you are visiting the island in the month of December, you will definitely catch the marvelous sight that is Honolulu city lights The entire city, from the financial district to downtown Honolulu in Hawaii is illuminated to celebrate the festive seasons
* A trip to Oahu is incomplete without a stopover at the Sheraton Waikiki for the spectacular view that you will behold from the Hanohano Room there
* Every Friday evening the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa burst fireworks and color the sky to celebrate Kink Kalakaua's jubilee Do not miss the sight
* Go for the Hula performance and torch lighting near the Duke Kahanamoku statue at Waikiki beach
* If there is one thing that you definitely cannot miss among the many things to do on Oahu, then that is the watching the Friday night boat races from Magic Island

Fun Things to do on Oahu with Kids :-

If you are on a family vacation, then you will want to indulge in activities that the kids enjoy Let us take a look at some of the things you can do on Oahu when you are there with children

* Are you making a trip to Oahu in the month of April? Do not miss the International Bed Race festival where people race with beds down Kalakaua Avenue There is also a parade of decorated beds
* Whatever time of the year you visit Hawaii, there are always festivals and parades that you and the kids can enjoy including the Aloha festival, Honolulu Festival, and Chinese New Year celebrations
* The Kapiolani park in Waikiki is popular with most tourists There are many activities for kids and adults from soccer games to kite flying and musical activities
* Want to do something different from the tried and tested method? Take your family and explore the different neighborhoods in Hawaii The people are friendly and will definitely tell you a lot more about the history of the place
* One of the best places to go on Oahu for kids is the Children Discovery Center Other equally interesting places are the Hawaii State Art Museum (HiSAM) and the Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial
* The Waikiki historic trail is also a great way of learning more about the place and interesting way to spend the day
* If your kids love puzzles, then definitely tale a trip to the Dole Plantation which is home to the world's largest maze
* Do not end a trip to Oahu without visiting the Honolulu zoo and the Waikiki aquarium The aquarium has quite a rich history being one of the oldest aquariums in the country

Romantic Things to do on Oahu :-

If you are taking a trip to Oahu with your loved one and this is intended to be a romantic vacation, then you definitely want to stay away from the crowds Here are some of the things to do on Oahu for you

* Take a drive with your partner There are many scenic routes that you can opt for One of the popular ones is the Pali highway Another route that you can opt for is the drive to Oahu's North Shore
* If you have taken a trip to Oahu, you cannot come back without trying diving and snorkeling at least once Take a trip to Hanauma Bay and try this fun activity
* A hike to the summit of Diamond Head is a must on your itinerary The view from the top makes the hike worth all the exertion, with its 365 degree of the entire island
* If your budget allows it then, book a helicopter ride to see the islands like never before The aerial view of the islands will give you a completely new perspective
* No trip to Oahu is complete for couples without one of the famous side by side massage packages for couples that most hotels have on offer The best part; the massages are on the beach with you relaxing and rejuvenating to the blissful sounds of the waves crashing on the shore