Iolani Palace DescriptionIolani Palace in Honolulu is Hawaiian national treasure and the only official state residence of royalty in the United States. It was the official residence of the Hawaiian Kingdom's last two monarchs - King Kalakaua, who built the Palace in 1882, and his sister and successor, Queen Liliuokalani. The design of the palace was influenced by King Kalakaua's world travels. The palace was the first to be equipped with telephones and electric lights. During the period of monarchy, Iolani Palace was the center of social and political life in the Kingdom of Hawaii.
Though after the overthrow of the monarchy the palace was neglected, its restoration began in the 1970s through efforts of many concerned individuals. As a result, today's visitors to this National Historic Landmark in downtown Honolulu can enjoy one of the most precise historic restorations and learn much about Hawaiian history and culture.
Operating HoursTour Hours: 9 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.
45-minute Guided Tour starts every 15 minutes.
Entrance FeeAdults - $15.
Children (5-12 years) - $5.
Children Under 5 not admitted.
Getting ThereIolani Palace is located in Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, in the downtown Capitol District, at 364 South King Street - the corner of King and Richards Streets.
By bus: on Kuhio Avenue heading away from Diamond Head, board the 2 School Street-Middle Street or 13 Liliha-Puunui Avenue bus. Ride to Hotel and Alakea streets and walk to the palace grounds.
Phone: (808) 522-0822
Fax: (808) 532-1051
For tickets and reservations:
(808) 522-0832
(808) 532-0823
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