Pearl Harbor National Memorial - National Park Directory

An evening photo of the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Complex looking towards the museums.

Pearl Harbor welcomes approximately 1.2 million visitors annually from around the world.

The USS Arizona Memorial in front of the USS Missouri.

About 1.4 million people from all over the world visit the USS Arizona Memorial every year.

The USS Arizona is the final resting place for many of the ship's 1,177 crewmen who lost their lives on December 7, 1941. The memorial

The USS Utah off the coast of Ford Island

The USS Utah lays where she fell on the north side of Ford Island. This decision was made in 1944 after several attempts at raising the ship failed. The quiet decision was made to leave the bodies of 58 crewmen onboard, considering them buried at sea.

USS Arizona Memorial and turret

Daily visitation to the USS Arizona Memorial is often more than 4,000 visitors.

After receiving seven to nine torpedo hits on the port (left) side, the USS Oklahoma capsized in roughly 20 minutes after the attack began. Over 400 men were trapped inside, of which only 32 were rescued.

Photos: National Park Service

About Pearl Harbor National Memorial

At Pearl Harbor National Memorial, we honor the lives affected by the December 7, 1941, attack. This pivotal moment in global history marked the United States' entry into World War II, impacting nations and communities worldwide. Join us in reflecting on this shared history and its lasting significance in the pursuit of peace.

Quick Facts

State Hawaii

Designation National Memorial

State Code HI

Weather Hawaii has two seasons – winter (ho'oilo) and summer (kau wela) – and temperatures don't change drastically the way they do in the mainland United States. During the day, expect…

Location & Map

Pearl Harbor National Memorial is located in Hawaii.

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Operating Hours

Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are open from 7 AM to 5 PM seven days a week. Pearl Harbor National Memorial, Visitor Center and parking lots are closed on Thanksgiving, December 25th, and January 1st.

Wednesday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Monday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Thursday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Sunday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Tuesday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Friday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Saturday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Auto Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

Getting There

Please input our address: 1 Arizona Memorial Place, Honolulu HI 96818 Rather than just "Pearl Harbor," as this will take you to the active military base, not the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center.

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Contact & Address

Address National Park Service, Honolulu, HI, 96818

Phone 8084223399

Email nps_valr_visitor_services@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Aviation Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite Incarceration Maritime Ships and Shipwrecks Military US Army US Navy US Marines US Coast Guard US Air Force (Army Air Corps) Monuments and Memorials Schools and Education Science, Technology and Innovation Wars and Conflicts World War II

Things To Do

Visit the USS Arizona Memorial

A white monolithic structure sits in Pearl Harbor spanning the width of the sunken USS Arizona battleship.

Gather at the Pearl Harbor Theater to have your advance reservation validated. Conditions permitting view the 23-minute park film. Then…

Visit the Museums

After you pass the Security check point, walk about 30 yards turn towards your left, walk another 80 yards and…

Take 5 minutes or 5 hours. There are many educational and insightful exhibits found throughout.

Pacific Historic Parks - Bookstore

A bookstore and gift shop where visitors can purchase Pearl Harbor memorabilia.

Pacific Historic Parks is an official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service dedicated to supporting the educational, interpretive, and…

Visit the USS Oklahoma Memorial

The USS Oklahoma Memorial stands to honor the 429 men who lost their lives aboard the Oklahoma on December 7th,…

Become a Jr. Ranger at Pearl Harbor National Memorial

This program is a wonderful way to connect and engage children with the often complex themes and issues presented at…

All ages can complete this Junior Ranger Program. Upon completion ask a Park Ranger to complete the process by swearing…

Visitor Centers

Pearl Harbor National Memorial Visitor Center

The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The visitor center, two museums, and USS Arizona…

Hours: The Pearl Harbor Visitor Center is open seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The visitor center, two museums, and USS Arizona Memorial program are free for all visitors. The visitor center is closed three days a year: Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1. For every other day, including all other holidays, we are open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with no shortened hours.

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