With back to back trips to Hawaii these last couple weeks for work (and a little exploring), I thought we’d do a couple consolidated Hawaii weeks on Land of Marvels! So look forward to finding out all the inside tips you need to know before a trip to the Islands all this week and next!
One of the things Hawaii is known for are its sunsets. The islands are obviously set on the ocean, making them a prime spot to find a beautiful spot under palm trees and watch as the sun sets over the horizon. Though there are certain spots around the island that offer a better view of the sunset than others, so if you’re looking to witness some amazing sunsets during your time in Hawaii on Oahu, here’s where I would suggest. Here is where to watch the sunset on Oahu!
There isn’t really a beach here, but find a restaurant with a view of the Harbor or wander China Town and watch as the colors light up the sky. I witnessed one of the most incredible sunsets of my life here last year (see photo above) and while it’s sort of a weird place to watch the sunset, if you’re in that general area, don’t miss it!
On the Western side of Oahu, past Wainae, is a spot on Yokohama Bay that offers a pretty stunning view as the sun is setting. Bring some beach chairs and set up a spot as the sun sets behind the ocean, with a stunning array of mountains behind you.
One of the most famous spots to watch the sunset, I like to head to the far Western side of Waikiki and watch the sunset from there. It’s less crowded with tourists and offers a pretty amazing backdrop of the whole strip of Waikiki.
If you drive out to the Eastern end of Oahu, you’ll arrive in the local area of Hawaii Kai. My parents lived there for a while when they first moved to Oahu and there are some spectacular sunsets from the area. There are a lot of great restaurants with lanais in this area, so enjoy a leisurely dinner and watch at the colors spill across the Hawaiian sky.
The Ala Moana Mall and beach park offer a great spot to watch the sun go down. Grab a spot in one of the restaurants at the mall or head to the beach park across the street and watch as the colors light up the sky at dusk.
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Kristin says
My latest favorite is Buho Cocina y Cantina, a great little restaurant on top of the Royal Hawaii shopping center. You can go up there, get a table with friends, get tasty food and drinks, and on a Friday if you time it right, you can see the sunset over the water and the fireworks from the Hilton Hawaiian Villages from up there!
Casey says
Good to know! I used to live not far from the Hilton Hawaiian Village (right near Don Quijote) and I could see the fire works from them every Friday… I always loved that!
Christine Everyday says
You need to stop posting these pics because I am getting so jealous. 😉
Casey says
HAha! Jump on a plane 🙂
Deepti @ Endless Postcards says
I love Hawaii and I can’t wait to visit again. Why does it always seem like the sky is 100x more beautiful in Hawaii? Beautiful photos!!
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Casey says
It really is so blue in Hawaii… not sure if it’s the reflection off all the water or what, but you’re totally right! And then creates such beautiful colors in the evening!
Happy Car says
The Sunset from Aloha Tower looks amazing *-*
Lisa
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Casey says
That was seriously one of the most amazing sunsets of my life!