Honolulu, Hawaii

Pearl Harbor National Memorial

The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, brought the United States into World War II. The USS Arizona Memorial stands over the sunken battleship, where more than 1,100 crew members died.

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The story

Military History & Remembrance

Why it matters

The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, brought the United States into World War II. The USS Arizona Memorial stands over the sunken battleship, where more than 1,100 crew members died.

Why it may matter to you

The memorial is a place of remembrance for people from both sides of the war, and a reminder of Hawaii's role in American history.

The fuller story

After the attack, Japanese Americans — including many in Hawaii and most on the West Coast — faced suspicion, and about 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry were forcibly incarcerated.

Plan your visit

Hours, prices, reservations, and closures change. Check the official visitor website.

Time to allow: Half a day (our estimate)
Setting: Indoor and outdoor
Tickets and reservations: USS Arizona Memorial programs use timed reservations. Check the official visitor website.
Getting there: On an active military base area near Honolulu; driving or tours are common.
With family: No bags are allowed; check the bag policy before you go.
Seasons and weather: Warm year-round.
Accessibility: Accessibility information from the operator(opens nps.gov in a new tab)

Times are estimates and distances are straight-line. Citizen Navigator is an independent educational resource. Visitor access and conditions change. Confirm current details with the destination's official operator.