Bishop Museum
Honolulu's state museum of Hawaiian history with a walk-through erupting volcano, planetarium, and koa-wood Hawaiian Hall.
The state museum of Hawaiian history and natural science, and the first thing to reach for when a beach day on Oahu gets rained out. Hawaiian Hall is three koa-wood galleries of chiefly regalia, feather capes and a whale hanging from the ceiling. The Science Adventure Center has a walk-through volcano with a lava-flow demonstration that erupts on a schedule and genuinely startles kids. There is a planetarium running Polynesian wayfinding shows about how navigators crossed the Pacific by stars. Plan three hours and check the daily schedule of hula and science demonstrations on arrival.
Pricing
Paid admission; kamaaina and military rates offered, check current rates (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does Bishop Museum cost?
- Admission to Bishop Museum is paid. Paid admission; kamaaina and military rates offered, check current rates (verify)
- What ages is Bishop Museum good for?
- Bishop Museum is best for kids ages 3 to 18+.
- Is Bishop Museum stroller friendly?
- Yes, Bishop Museum is stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to Bishop Museum?
- No, dogs are not allowed at Bishop Museum.
- How hard is Bishop Museum?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is Bishop Museum free?
- No, there is a cost to visit Bishop Museum. Paid admission; kamaaina and military rates offered, check current rates (verify)
- What should I bring to Bishop Museum?
- Comfortable shoes, light rain jacket for moving between buildings
- How long does Bishop Museum take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at Bishop Museum.
- When is the best time to visit Bishop Museum?
- Year-round. The obvious pivot when Oahu rain shuts down beach plans.
- Is there parking at Bishop Museum?
- Free on-site lot off Bernice St