Make the Drive: 3 Free Things to Do Near Waipahu, HI
1. Visit a Pristine Park
This stunning locale is a practical paradise of parks where you can enjoy Mother Nature free of charge. The most expansive offering spans nearly 270 Acres at 94-801 Kamehameha Hwy.’s Central Oahu Regional Park. Jog, walk, ride your bike, or take your dog for a stroll around the easily accessible paved trail. If you’re looking for some sports action, options run the spectrum from archery to baseball to soccer to taking a dip in the Olympic-sized swimming pool.
Or, for a more leisurely outing, hang out at one of the park houses. Other smaller but no less inviting park picks include Waipio Gentry Park Path’s Waipio Neighborhood Park, 94-870 Lumiaina St.’s natural playground Waikele Community Park, and picnicking and BBQ haven Crestview Community Park on Lumikula St. For indoor athletic fun free to the public, visit Paiwa St.’s Waipahu Recreation Center.
2. Commemorate Pearl Harbor History
The bombing of Pearl Harbor marked one of the most significant events in American history. A national memorial honors the lives lost on December 7, 1941. Several individual memorials pay tribute to the USS Arizona, the USS Oklahoma, and the USS Utah. An open-air visitor center is staffed by park officials equipped with all the historical information you need.
Two incredible and free museums are also on-site, which provide an even more intimate glimpse of this pivotal moment during World War II with artifacts and stirring accounts. Step back in time at 1 Arizona Memorial Place near Waipahu. And ride back in time with a Hyundai classic. The midsize Sonata and Sonata Hybrid prove that sedans are still going strong with innovation and efficiency.
3. Celebrate Hawaii’s Rich Culture
Waikiki Beach Walk Plaza in Honolulu hosts a full menu of amazing cultural entertainment activities. At any given time, you might find yourself rocking along to a free Hawaiian concert or learning how to make feather flowers for free. One of the most popular offerings is the location’s free hula classes that take place during the morning.
Learn the steps and the storied history of the state’s most iconic dance at no cost. For a true crowning achievement, visit America’s only officially designated royal landmark. Iolani Palace at 364 S. King St. While a tour comes with a small admission fee, you can behold the splendor of this architectural wonder for free. And score free admission for your youngest kids at Waipahu St.’s Plantation Village: a living history museum and garden replicating the sugar plantation era.
Experience island life in laid-back comfort and sleek style. Stop by Tony Hyundai Waipio and browse an inventory that embodies affordable luxury.
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