Bishop Museum
Museum · Kalihi
1525 Bernice St, Honolulu, HI 96817
Highlights
Learn Hawaiian, Polynesian & Pacific Island history and culture
Learn Hawaiian, Polynesian & Pacific Island history and culture
"A prominent cultural and historic museum singled out among the city's attractions, noted by readers as one of the destinations that showcases local history and enriches the area's cultural offerings for visitors." - Elizabeth Cantrell
"A Honolulu museum dedicated to Hawaii’s cultural history, presenting exhibits and collections that focus on the islands’ people, traditions, and past—recommended as a place for visitors to learn more about local heritage." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Founded in 1889 and the largest museum in the state, this Honolulu institution houses an extensive collection of Hawaiian art, royal heirlooms from the monarchy era, and millions of Pacific-focused objects and photographs. Private, temperature-controlled storage holds many more treasures than are displayed; behind-the-scenes docent-led tours can provide close, sometimes hands-on access to stored items and be followed by guided visits to the museum’s recreated ancient dwellings, full sperm whale skeleton, and planetarium." - John Wogan
"Within the historic Kalihi district of Honolulu, you’ll find the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Museum, often shortened to the Bishop Museum. Here, Domingo says, you’ll “learn about true Hawaiian, Polynesian, and Pacific Island history.” It’s open daily, and you can view the current exhibits and programs online." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"The Bishop Museum in Honolulu offers tourists the chance to learn about Indigenous Hawaiian history and culture." - Travel + Leisure Editors
