About Polynesian Cultural Center - Admission Packages
The Polynesian Cultural Center is one of Oahu’s top attractions, offering an immersive journey through the cultures of Polynesia across six island villages. Guests can enjoy hands-on activities, canoe rides, cultural presentations, buffet dining options, and the spectacular Ha: Breath of Life evening show. With a variety of packages and optional transportation add-ons, it is a great choice for couples, families, and groups looking for a full cultural experience on Oahu.
A full day at the Polynesian Cultural Center opens the door to the music, traditions and everyday life of the Pacific Islands. Spread across 42 acres, this open-air cultural park invites guests to explore six island villages, meet performers and cultural ambassadors, try hands-on activities and enjoy presentations that bring Polynesia to life.
Often described as a living museum, the Polynesian Cultural Center offers much more than a single show. Visitors can paddle canoes, watch traditional cooking demonstrations, test their skills in island games and travel across the lagoon by canoe. Depending on the package selected, the day may also include a buffet or luau dinner, guided touring and the spectacular “Ha: Breath of Life” evening production.
Polynesian Cultural Center Experiences
Islands of Polynesia
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Self-guided exploration of the park
- Hands-on cultural activities, games, canoe paddling, cooking demonstrations and more
- Canoe ride through the park and across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages after the initial visit
Alii Luau Package
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Group-guided tour through the park
- Hands-on cultural activities and village presentations
- Canoe ride across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages
- Alii Luau buffet with live entertainment
- Flower lei greeting and smoothie
- Gold-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Gateway Bronze Package
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Self-guided tour
- Hands-on cultural activities and village presentations
- Canoe ride across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages
- Gateway buffet with live music and Polynesian-inspired Asian and American cuisine
- Bronze-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Gateway Silver Package
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Self-guided tour
- Hands-on cultural activities and village presentations
- Canoe ride across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages
- Gateway buffet with live music and Polynesian-inspired Asian and American cuisine
- Silver-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Gateway Deluxe Package
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Private tour guide
- Reserved seating at village presentations
- Kukui nut lei greeting
- Hands-on cultural activities throughout the park
- Reserved canoe ride across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages
- Gateway buffet with live music and Polynesian-inspired Asian and American cuisine
- Platinum-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Super Ambassador Package
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Private tour guide
- Reserved seating at village presentations
- Kukui nut lei greeting
- Hands-on cultural activities throughout the park
- Canoe ride across the lagoon
- Complimentary three-day return pass to the island villages
- Alii Luau buffet with live entertainment
- Reserved luau seating, flower lei greeting and smoothie
- Platinum-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Islands of Polynesia and Ha: Breath of Life
- Day admission to all six island villages
- Self-guided exploration of the park
- Bronze-level seating for “Ha: Breath of Life”
Ha: Breath of Life Show Only
- Bronze-level seating for the “Ha: Breath of Life” evening show
- Does not include transportation, Circle Island add-ons or admission to the Islands of Polynesia
Transportation and Touring Add-ons
Waikiki Roundtrip Transportation
Add roundtrip motorcoach transportation between Waikiki and the Polynesian Cultural Center for a convenient way to travel to and from the park.
Circle Island Add-on
Turn the journey to the Polynesian Cultural Center into a scenic Oahu sightseeing tour. This option includes transportation and a Circle Island tour before arriving at the park.
Typical sightseeing stops may include Diamond Head Crater, Hanauma Bay Lookout, Dole Plantation, Makapuu Lookout and Lighthouse, Pali Lookout and North Shore beaches.
Where & When
Driving Out:
Check in at or after 12:00 pm.
Waikiki Transportation:
If you selected Waikiki roundtrip transportation, pick-ups begin around 10:00 am. Your exact pick-up time will be emailed with your confirmation. Returns to Waikiki around 7:00 pm (not attending evening show) or around 10:30 pm (attending evening show).
Circle Island Add-on
If you selected the Circle Island Add-on, pick-ups begin around 6:45 am. Your exact pick-up time will be emailed with your confirmation. Returns to Waikiki around 7:00 pm (not attending evening show) or 10:30 pm (attending evening show).
Show Only Package
Waikiki Transportation and Circle Island Add-on is NOT available for this package. Check in at 7:00 pm.
Located in Laie at 55-370 Kamehameha Hwy.
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Parking at the Polynesian Cultural Center is $8 per vehicle.
Restrictions
No alcohol policy: Due to the Polynesian Cultural Center being a family attraction which is closely associated to and predominantly an employer of college students, alcohol is not served or allowed to be consumed anywhere on the premises.
Designated smoking areas are available.
Flash photography is not permitted during the evening show performance.
If driving there is a parking fee per vehicle paid directly to Polynesian Cultural Center.
Special Notes
There are limited wheelchair, scooter & locker rentals. It is best to book them in advance of the day you are going (no reservations are taken for lockers).
Children ages 0-3 years are not charged for entrance to any of the ticketed activities, including entry to the Polynesian Cultural Center Villages, attendance at the Ha: Breath of Life evening show, and dining at the Alii Luau or Gateway Buffet.
Because many of the dining facilities can be sold out, we cannot guarantee extra seating for children ages 0-3 years who do not have a paid ticket. Please plan on holding your child on your lap or utilizing one of our highchairs (limited availability).
Children ages 0-3 years who do not have a paid ticket will need to sit on an adult's lap while attending the Ha: Breath of Life evening show.
Motorcoach and Circle Island transportation to and from the Polynesian Cultural Center requires children ages 0-2 years who do not have a paid ticket to sit in an adult's lap.
Operation Days
Daily, except Wednesdays, Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
Duration
varies
