Oahu Money Saving Tips

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Here are 11 ways to save money on your trip to Oahu.

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	​The GoOahu card can save you a ton of money on attractions. The pass gets you access to tons of top attractions, like the Polynesian Cultural Center, a catamaran tour, Pearl Harbor, Waimea Valley, activities at Kualoa Ranch, classes, tours, and more. If you do a pass for 3+ days, you also get one premium attraction included. (Things like a Circle Island Tour, Private Surf Lessons, etc.)
	​Save money and also room in your suitcase by renting all the kid gear you can. BabyQuip is like Airbnb for kid stuff. Rent pack ‘n plays, strollers, carriers, beach toys, beach tents, etc. from local families.
	​Hawaii Beach Time will deliver snorkel gear, umbrellas, coolers filled with ice, beach chairs, you name it to the beach you want to go to. Then they’ll come pick it up when you’re done with it.
	​Food and groceries are more expensive in Hawaii, but you can save money if you stock up at Foodland or Costco.
	​All beaches in Oahu are free and open to the public.
	​Most Oahu hikes (with the exception of ones like Diamond Head) are free.
	​Pay attention to resort fees. Most Oahu hotels charge a per night fee and it tends to be $30-$45 / night. Make sure you’re getting something for your money.
	​Sometimes it’s cheaper to book a tour that provides transportation than it is to rent a car and pay for parking.
	​Visit during the off season (February and March minus spring break, September through October, and most of November) for deals on hotels and activities. It’ll be less crowded too.
	​If you plan to snorkel more than once or twice, it might be cheaper to bring your own snorkel gear than renting it each time.
	​TheBus and the Waikiki Trolley will get you to all the major attractions and are way cheaper than renting a car or getting a taxi / Uber / Lyft.