Pearl Harbor National Memorial

Pearl Harbor National Memorial is a national memorial run by the National Park Service in Hawaii.

In the park service’s words

At Pearl Harbor National Memorial, we honor the lives affected by the December 7, 1941, attack. This pivotal moment in global history marked the United States' entry into World War II, impacting nations and communities worldwide. Join us in reflecting on this shared history and its lasting significance in the pursuit of peace.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Things to do

• Visit the USS Arizona Memorial (30 to 45 Minutes): A white monolithic structure sits in Pearl Harbor spanning the width of the sunken USS Arizona battleship.
• Visit the Museums (5 to 300 Minutes): After you pass the Security check point, walk about 30 yards turn towards your left, walk another 80 yards and the museums will be on your left.
• Pacific Historic Parks - Bookstore: A bookstore and gift shop where visitors can purchase Pearl Harbor memorabilia.
• Visit the USS Oklahoma Memorial: The USS Oklahoma Memorial stands to honor the 429 men who lost their lives aboard the Oklahoma on December 7th, 1941. These men were not only sailors and Marines, they were 429 brothers, sons, husbands, and fathers.
• Become a Jr. Ranger at Pearl Harbor National Memorial: This program is a wonderful way to connect and engage children with the often complex themes and issues presented at Pearl Harbor National Memorial.

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee. Parking: Parking is available for $7 per day using the QR codes provided in the parking lot. Parking cannot be paid in advance. It can only be paid on the day of your visit. Please scan the QR code located on one of the many signs in the parking area.* If you are having issues with the pay.gov QR code, please clear your cache and try again or use the link below.

Hours: Daily, 7:00AM - 5:00PM. Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are open from 7 AM to 5 PM seven days a week. Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are closed on Thanksgiving, December 25th, and January 1st.

Getting there

Please input our address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu HI 96818 Rather than just "Pearl Harbor," as this will take you to the active military base, not the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

• Pearl Harbor National Memorial Visitor Center: Daily, 7:00AM - 5:00PM. The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The visitor center, two museums, and USS Arizona Memorial program are free for all visitors. The visitor center is closed three days a year: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. For every other day, including all other holidays, we are open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with no shortened hours.

Weather

Hawaii has two seasons, winter (ho'oilo) and summer (kau wela), and temperatures don't change drastically the way they do in the mainland United States. During the day, expect temperatures in the mid-70s to the mid-80s all year around. Expect lows in the winter months (November to March) to be around 60 degrees. The Hawaiian winter is also considered the rainy season, and flash floods are not uncommon. You can expect to see lots of rainbows as the rain clears.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Haleakalā, about 122 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

• National Park Service Data API: Pearl Harbor National Memorial (public domain)
• Official website

Last checked 1 November 2026.