Stop 01
15 Min · Photo Stop
Stop 01 · 15 minutes · Southeast Oahu
Diamond Head Lookout
Oahu's most iconic natural crown
No image of Hawaii is more iconic. Diamond Head's dramatic volcanic tuff cone has guided sailors to Honolulu for centuries, and today it provides the most photographed panoramic view on the island. This 300,000-year-old volcanic crater rises 760 feet above sea level, backdropping Waikiki's glittering skyline in a scene of breathtaking beauty.
Your guide shares the fascinating geological story of how this ancient crater formed in a single, explosive volcanic event, its history as a US Army command post, and why it was considered sacred to native Hawaiians.
- Panoramic ViewsThe definitive Oahu photograph: Waikiki skyline behind Diamond Head's volcanic slopes.
- Geological WondersFormed 300,000 years ago in a single eruption. Your guide makes the science fascinating.
- WWII Military HistoryDiamond Head served as the US Army's Hawaii observational command post during WWII.






